Date:  Friday, July 25, 2008

Contact: Will Smith, WSDOT Project Engineer, 509.577.1840
Bob Hooker, WSDOT Assistant Project Engineer 509.577.1840
Mike Westbay, WSDOT Communications, 509.728.4712

WSDOT Travel Advisory

US 97 traffic back to normal between Wapato and Toppenish

TOPPENISH– WSDOT and the contractor finished the railroad crossing reconstruction at the intersection of US 97 and Branch Road just west of Toppenish and returned traffic to normal at 12:12 p.m. today.

Oversize loads are no longer prohibited.

Northbound and southbound US 97 traffic had been detoured and oversize loads were prohibited on Progressive Road and Olden Way Road, just west of Toppenish since July 21. The only remaining work at this crossing is to install the new cantilever arms which can be done without closing the highway.

Visit our Web site for the complete construction/maintenance update: 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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