Definition Alberta Highway 855 is a provincial secondary highway located in central Alberta, Canada. It serves as a north-south connector route within the province's extensive highway network.
Overview Highway 855 commences its southern terminus at Highway 13, approximately 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) east of Camrose, near the hamlet of Armena. From this point, it proceeds northward through predominantly agricultural terrain, passing through several rural communities. The highway concludes its course at its northern terminus with Highway 28, situated near the community of Brosseau. Its primary function is to provide local and regional access, linking a number of small towns and farming areas to the larger provincial highway system.
Etymology/Origin The numbering scheme for Alberta's highways assigns three-digit numbers to secondary highways, which often serve as collector roads or provide local access. The "800 series" highways, such as Highway 855, typically represent routes that have been upgraded from former municipal roads or are designated to connect primary highways and communities within specific regions. This specific route has been integrated into the provincial highway system to formalize and maintain these important local connections.
Characteristics Highway 855 has a total length of approximately 111 kilometers (69 miles). For most of its length, it is a two-lane undivided highway. The speed limit generally adheres to provincial standards for secondary highways, typically 100 kilometers per hour (60 mph) in rural sections, with reductions in developed areas.
Notable communities and major intersections along Highway 855 include:
- Southern Terminus: Highway 13 (east of Camrose, near Armena)
- Daysland: The highway passes through this town, providing local access.
- Viking: Highway 855 intersects with Highway 14 in Viking.
- Holden: It passes west of the village of Holden, intersecting with Highway 610.
- Mundare: The highway passes through Mundare, intersecting with Highway 15.
- Northern Terminus: Highway 28 (near Brosseau)
The landscape traversed by Highway 855 is characteristic of the Central Alberta parkland region, featuring extensive agricultural fields, mixed forests, and gently rolling hills.
Related Topics
- Alberta Provincial Highway Network
- Highway 13
- Highway 14
- Highway 15
- Highway 28