Close
Friday, June 27, 2025

Powell Spillgate Rehabilitation wins gold

Note* - All images used are for editorial and illustrative purposes only and may not originate from the original news provider or associated company.

Subscribe

- Never miss a story with notifications

- Gain full access to our premium content

- Browse free from any location or device.

Media Packs

Expand Your Reach With Our Customized Solutions Empowering Your Campaigns To Maximize Your Reach & Drive Real Results!

– Access the Media Pack Now

– Book a Conference Call

– Leave Message for Us to Get Back

Related stories

How to Plan Your Home Renovation Timeline: Expert Tips Homeowners Often Skip

Even with a well-planned renovation timeline, unexpected delays and...

CIC Launches Centre for Future Construction in Hong Kong

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) formally opened the 'Centre...

Kiewit’s Powell Spillgate Rehabilitation project received the Gold Award of Excellence from the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA).

Peter Kiewit Sons ULC finished upgrades to the 108-year-old Powell River Dam in British Columbia one month early. The project team removed and replaced 19 radial spillway gates. It installed hoist and spillway control systems for remote control of seven of the gates. These seismic improvements allow the reservoir to be operated at full capacity after years of being limited to lower reservoir elevations.

Crews worked 30,000 man-hours without a lost time or recordable incident. They completed the work on an active reservoir in close proximity to high-voltage, overhead power lines.

Brandon Proc was Kiewit’s project manager and oversaw the work, which stretched over two construction seasons.

“The winter break between the first and second seasons provided an opportunity to regroup and dial in the plan for the remaining work,” Proc said. “The group came together in the second season to complete the project with no recordable injuries, ahead of schedule and under budget. It is very gratifying to see everyone’s efforts acknowledged with this award.”

VRCA is British Columbia’s largest construction association with close to 700 members. The Powell Spillgate project was the top recipient in the up to $15 million category. This is Kiewit’s first award from the VRCA, which is considered British Columbia’s premier construction awards ceremony.

Latest stories

Related stories

How to Plan Your Home Renovation Timeline: Expert Tips Homeowners Often Skip

Even with a well-planned renovation timeline, unexpected delays and...

CIC Launches Centre for Future Construction in Hong Kong

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) formally opened the 'Centre...

Subscribe

- Never miss a story with notifications

- Gain full access to our premium content

- Browse free from any location or device.

Media Packs

Expand Your Reach With Our Customized Solutions Empowering Your Campaigns To Maximize Your Reach & Drive Real Results!

– Access the Media Pack Now

– Book a Conference Call

– Leave Message for Us to Get Back