Date:  Monday, July 28, 2008

Contact: Tom Lenberg, WSDOT Maintenance Superintendent, 509.577-1933
Kara Shute, WSDOT Asst. Maintenance Superintendent, 509.577.1933
Mike Westbay, WSDOT Communications, 509.577.1617

WSDOT Travel Advisory

WSDOT closes lanes on US 395 to repair pavement July 28-31 in Kennewick

KENNEWICK– On Monday, July 28 through Thursday, July 31, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., WSDOT will restrict lanes in each direction on US 395 between 10th Street and Kennewick Avenue while maintenance crews repair damaged pavement. Drivers can expect delays.

Drivers need to slow down and be alert as they approach the orange signs and cones that will direct traffic through the work zone.

Visit our Web site for the complete construction update report: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthCentral/Construction/

Drivers can now get current traffic and weather information by dialing 5-1-1 from most phones. This new traveler information system builds upon the highly successful Washington State Highway hotline that managed 4.6 million calls each year. Callers can also use 5-1-1 to get statewide construction, mountain pass condition, and state ferry system information, as well as toll free numbers for passenger rail and airlines. TTY users can call 1-800-833-6388.

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