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WSDOT seeks feedback on SR 7 safety project in Pierce County

krulism@wsdot.wa.gov — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:23:03 -0800

SPANAWAY – People are invited to weigh in on improvements to a future safety project on State Route 7 near Spanaway.

Community invited to learn about East Wenatchee Corridor Project at public meetings Nov. 20, 21

loebsal@wsdot.wa.gov — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:11:11 -0800

WENATCHEE – The Washington State Department of Transportation is inviting people who travel on or live near State Route 28 in East Wenatchee to learn more about the SR 28 East Wenatchee Corridor Project.

Busy 2024 construction season wraps for I-90 between Easton and Vantage

derreys@wsdot.wa.gov — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:06:40 -0800

SNOQUALMIE PASS – From Easton to Vantage, crews made significant progress on Interstate 90 construction in 2024. Here is and update on the I-90 Snoqualmie Pass East Project, the South Cle Elum Bridge Project, and the I-90 Vantage Bridge Project.

State ferries to honor veterans with whistle tribute, flying of US military service flags

vailbri@wsdot.wa.gov — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 03:44:19 -0800

SEATTLE – On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, all operating Washington State Ferries vessels will sound their whistles at 11:11 a.m. in tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the people who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

US 101 Chehalis River Bridge preservation work starts mid-November in Aberdeen

cochraa@wsdot.wa.gov — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 07:13:05 -0800

ABERDEEN – People who use the Chehalis River Bridge in Aberdeen will see four nights of ramp closures during preservation work.

SR 410 Chinook Pass and SR 123 Cayuse Pass to remain closed for the season due to heavy snowfall, avalanche danger

LottM@wsdot.wa.gov — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:17:04 -0800

State Routes 410 and 123, including Chinook Pass and Cayuse Pass within Mount Rainier National Park, will remain closed for the season due to heavy snowfall and avalanche danger.

PCC short-line railroad receives $37.7 million federal grant to improve eastern Washington track

matkinj@wsdot.wa.gov — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 03:49:36 -0700

OLYMPIA – A project to improve 34 miles of railroad track between Davenport and Wilbur recently received a $37.7 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration.

Public invited to open house to learn about future improvements on SR 500 in Vancouver, Oct. 29

tiffany.mancillas@wsdot.wa.gov — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 02:28:44 -0700

VANCOUVER – The public is invited to learn more about an upcoming paving and safety improvements project located on State Route 500, between Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard and Northeast 76th Street in Vancouver. An online survey also is available to share additional thoughts.

On Tuesday, Oct. 29, the Washington State Department of Transportation will host an in-person open house to share future safety improvement plans and gather information from the public.

Public invited to celebrate SR 26 passing lanes project ribbon cutting in Whitman County, Wednesday, Oct. 30

OvertRy@WSDOT.WA.GOV — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 02:08:10 -0700

A celebratory ribbon cutting is taking place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, to mark the completion and grand opening of four new passing lanes on State Route 26 between Dusty and Colfax.

First part-time shoulder lane in Vancouver/Portland metro area now open to SR 14 travelers

hannons@wsdot.wa.gov — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 03:50:35 -0700

VANCOUVER – Travelers along State Route 14 now have another option that’s the first of its kind in the Vancouver-Portland metro area: a part-time shoulder lane that can be used during peak congestion.

With more people using SR 14 than ever before, the Washington State Department of Transportation project improves safety and reduces congestion for travelers. It is now available for use during heavy traffic and when signs indicate it is open.