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Counterflow Operations


The ministry's maintenance contractors operate the Lower Mainland's provincial counterflow systems. These systems help to keep traffic flowing in both directions during peak weekday morning and afternoon periods. Counterflow timing varies at the operators' discretion, based on traffic demand, visibility and weather conditions

Target counterflow hours, Monday to Friday:

Lions Gate Bridge

  • 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.
  • 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.

George Massey Tunnel

  • 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.
  • 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Pitt River Bridges

  • 5:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
  • 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.