Kelly Lake Transfer Station re-opening next week

KELLY LAKE, B.C. — The Kelly Lake Transfer Station is set to reopen next week after being closed for more than a year due to break-ins.

Peace River Regional District (PRRD) announced the waste transfer station will reopen on May 13th after addressing mitigation strategies from several break-ins in past years. 

The break-ins resulted in diesel gas being stolen from the site’s generator, which led the PRRD to convert the site to run off propane and install a propane-powered generator.

“This upgrade reflects our commitment to providing reliable waste management services to the Kelly Lake community and surrounding area,” said the PRRD. 

After the closure, the district launched a survey seeking public input on enhancing security and safety at the station.

The Kelly Lake station will resume its regular hours of operation: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays.

The station will be closed on Sunday, Monday and Thursday.

More information on the site’s accepted materials and facility operations can be found at the PRRD’s website. 

General inquiries about waste facilities and programs can be answered by contacting the Environmental Services Department at environmental.services@prrd.bc.ca or 250-784-3200.