http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/ Copyright WSDOT 2008. All rights reserved. bertraj@wsdot.wa.gov (Jeremy Bertrand) Washington State Department of Transportation Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:54:19 GMT 15 http://wsdot.wa.gov/Public/images/nav/wsdot2g4.gif http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/ Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:11:19 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SeattleMarathon112608.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SeattleMarathon112608.htm The Seattle Marathon will affect the express lanes and several freeway off-ramps in the Seattle area on Sunday, Nov. 30. Drivers should plan routes around the following freeway closures: Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:42:25 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/25_us395nscinterim.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/25_us395nscinterim.htm WSDOT identifies interim construction plan to open more sections of the North Spokane Corridor Sat, 22 Nov 2008 03:49:34 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR9ArlingtonComplete112108.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR9ArlingtonComplete112108.htm Crews today completed a $20.7 million project to improve safety on two miles of State Route 9 near Arlington. After reaching several major milestones this summer, crews worked throughout the fall to bring the project to a close. Sat, 22 Nov 2008 03:02:11 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/WSDOT+makes+the+grade+at+Hood+Canal+Bridge+park+and+rides.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/WSDOT+makes+the+grade+at+Hood+Canal+Bridge+park+and+rides.htm SHINE – With the May-June 2009 closure of the SR 104 Hood Canal Bridge roughly six months away, WSDOT is making sure drivers have a smooth commute if they choose to use park and rides at Shine Pit and Port Gamble. Sat, 22 Nov 2008 01:24:57 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/21_BareWetRoadsDelivered.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/21_BareWetRoadsDelivered.htm CHEHALIS – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is enlisting help from local cows to keep southwest Washington roads clear of snow and ice this winter. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:55:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/21SR155BridgeBeacons.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/21SR155BridgeBeacons.htm Flashing beacons on the bridge below Grand Coulee Dam alert motorists that there are snow plows at work. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:34:55 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/20_thanksgiving_08_best_travel_time.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/20_thanksgiving_08_best_travel_time.htm Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the busiest holidays for state highways. WSDOT is suggesting drivers enjoy more time with family friends by checking road reports before leaving home. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 05:07:03 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/20-520costestimates.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/20-520costestimates.htm WSDOT released updated cost estimates today for the SR 520 Corridor Program, including three west side options developed through a mediation process, as well as costs for the Eastside Transit and HOV Project, the floating bridge and the pontoon construction site. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:09:10 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/20-awv-estimates.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/20-awv-estimates.htm WSDOT, King County, and the City of Seattle released conceptual cost estimates today for the elements that make up the eight scenarios being tested for the central section of the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall. The eight scenarios include three surface options, two elevated options, and three below ground options on SR 99, as well as varying levels of investments in I-5, surface streets, transit, and demand management. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:30:35 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/EastboundLaneClosed_on_I82Bridge.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/EastboundLaneClosed_on_I82Bridge.htm WSDOT closes right lane of eastbound I-82 Umatilla Bridge Nov. 20 for annual inspection Eastbound drivers should plan for minor delays. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:34:01 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/19US2PeshastinEastRibbonCut.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/19US2PeshastinEastRibbonCut.htm Secretary Hammond was the Keynote speaker at the US 2/97 Peshastin East Interchange Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held this afternoon in Chelan County. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:23:41 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/19_EasternRegionSnowPlan.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/19_EasternRegionSnowPlan.htm WSDOT Eastern Region crews on the job with winter road duties Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:38:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/111908NCBRRopenhouse.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/111908NCBRRopenhouse.htm WSDOT invites public to open house for proposed Northern Columbia Basin Railroad project. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:19:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/11_FourthChuckanutRockslide.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/11_FourthChuckanutRockslide.htm A new rockslide is restricting access to Chuckanut Drive (SR 11) about four miles south of the Whatcom-Skagit county line at milepost 9.7. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:13:25 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/18_Sea-BremServiceResumes.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/18_Sea-BremServiceResumes.htm Seattle/Bremerton ferry route resumes service Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:17:16 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR169_KummerBridge111808.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR169_KummerBridge111808.htm WSDOT is closing the 80-year-old State Route 169 Green River Bridge for at least six months due to concerns over public safety. After reviewing extensive data gathered by electronic sensors in the landslide zone near the State Route 169 Kummer Bridge in Black Diamond, WSDOT geotechnical engineers have determined the structure is vulnerable to significant land movement. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:30:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_I5Award.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_I5Award.htm WSDOT's campaign to warn commuters of massive lane closures on Interstate 5 in Seattle won the National Partnership for Highway Quality's (NPHQ) 2008 Gold Award for Public Communications. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:36:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/18_539NewLanesOpen.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/18_539NewLanesOpen.htm Crews will open the last one and a half miles of new lanes on the Guide Meridian (SR 539) north of Bellingham on Wednesday morning, Nov. 19, substantially completing the four-mile, $66-million widening and safety improvement project between Horton and Ten Mile roads. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 08:11:48 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/15_SR169Reopens.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/15_SR169Reopens.htm WSDOT bridge experts have determined the SR 169 Kummer Bridge over the Green River is safe for traffic. Sat, 15 Nov 2008 12:08:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_Nov148pmUpdate.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_Nov148pmUpdate.htm Roads in King and Skagit counties remain blocked due to landslides. Sat, 15 Nov 2008 08:51:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_169Closed.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_169Closed.htm Preliminary reports show the SR 169 Kummer Bridge over the Green River is not moving, but must remain closed to traffic while WSDOT geotechnical experts gather more information. Sat, 15 Nov 2008 06:38:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_hood-canal-bridge-bus-schedules.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_hood-canal-bridge-bus-schedules.htm TACOMA – Drivers looking to get out of their cars and into fare-free buses during the May-June 2009 Hood Canal Bridge closure can start getting ready now. Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:22:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_EbeySloughInspections.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_EbeySloughInspections.htm Drivers can expect minor delays on State Route 529 through Marysville this weekend. WSDOT crews are inspecting the Ebey Slough Bridge and will close a lane in order to complete the work. Sat, 15 Nov 2008 03:55:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/Thanksgiving_111408.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/Thanksgiving_111408.htm WSDOT Ferries Division advises travelers to plan ahead for Thanksgiving holiday travel Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:44:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_101_crewsremovetrees.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_101_crewsremovetrees.htm Next week crews will remove danger trees along southbound US 101 near Olympia. Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:06:18 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_i-5projectawardedtoPenhall.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/14_i-5projectawardedtoPenhall.htm Crews will repair and replace cracked and unstable concrete panels on southbound I-5 north of Bellingham next summer. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:22:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_US12Reopens.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_US12Reopens.htm RANDLE - Flood waters have receded relatively quickly allowing WSDOT maintenance crews to reopen US 12 near Randle in Lewis county. The road was closed completely late Wednesday night because of flood waters from nearby Davis Creek and the Cowlitz River. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:18:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/111308_floodUpdate.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/111308_floodUpdate.htm November 13 - 6:15 p.m. update: Floodwaters receding from state highways Fri, 14 Nov 2008 08:24:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_430pm_flood_update.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_430pm_flood_update.htm As rivers receded today, many state highways have re-opened for travel. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:41:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13-AWVchoices.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13-AWVchoices.htm WSDOT, King County, and the City of Seattle released new information today about how the Seattle-area transportation system could operate after the central section of the Alaskan Way Viaduct is taken down. Results show that the transportation system can handle forecasted population growth, there are little changes to travel times on I-5, and trips that continue to use SR 99 to make trips through downtown experience increased travel times. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:08:35 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_election_signs_down.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_election_signs_down.htm While Inauguration Day doesn’t come until January, WSDOT reminds those living adjacent to state highway: it’s time to take down the political signs. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:48:41 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/Unocalpier_111308.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/Unocalpier_111308.htm WSDOT Ferries Division to begin removal of Unocal Pier in Edmonds Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:39:08 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/64Carbid_111308.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/64Carbid_111308.htm Bids opened for contract to build new 64-car ferries for Port Townsend/Keystone route Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:10:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_FloodingContinuestoaffectroads.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/13_FloodingContinuestoaffectroads.htm The heavy rain has passed, but flood waters may continue to rise throughout the day. Drivers are encouraged to slow down, drive for conditions and expect water over several area roads. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:23:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/WSDOTcompletesdrillworkonI90.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/WSDOTcompletesdrillworkonI90.htm WSDOT has completed its geotechnical drilling work for the 2008 season just as winter weather begins reaching the roadway. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:53:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_6pm_flood_update.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_6pm_flood_update.htm The rains my be moving out, but WSDOT is still watching river levels and landslide prone areas overnight. Drivers should slow down, drive for conditions and heed warnings posted on road signs and Highway Advisory Radio. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:23:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_405Girders.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_405Girders.htm A crane parked temporarily on a southbound I-405 exit in downtown Bellevue will resume placing bridge girders Wednesday night. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:29:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_169ClosedFlood.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_169ClosedFlood.htm WSDOT engineers and WSP closed the SR 169 Kummer Bridge over the Green River near Black Diamond Wednesday after geotechnical experts detected small movements in the soil holding up the bridge. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:53:10 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/I82WBLaneRestrictedForGuardrailRepair.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/I82WBLaneRestrictedForGuardrailRepair.htm WSDOT repairs guardrail, closes right lane on I-82 bridges near Selah November 13 One westbound lane restricted. Delays should be minimal. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:19:40 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_sr11chuckanutdriveclosed.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_sr11chuckanutdriveclosed.htm A three-mile section of Chuckanut Drive (SR 11) will remain closed for several weeks after a rockslide Monday, Nov. 10, sent boulders the size of cars crashing on to the road south of Bellingham. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:05:30 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_afternoon_flood_update.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_afternoon_flood_update.htm OLYMPIA – Most fared well, but Nature’s deluge did not spare all state highways. Today coastal areas in Clallam, Grays Harbor, and Pacific counties, in addition to areas in Pierce and Lewis counties, have water over the roadway in places. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:07:36 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_101_NewRampOpen.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/12_101_NewRampOpen.htm Today, Nov. 12, WSDOT opened the US 101 to SR 3 on-ramp in Mason County. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:57:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR22OneWayTrafficNov12_13_Mabton.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR22OneWayTrafficNov12_13_Mabton.htm WSDOT restricts drivers to one-way alternating traffic on SR 22 near Mabton, Nov. 12 and 13 Drivers should plan for delays and consider alternate routes. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:43:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/NewSignsandStripes_SR240_Richland.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/NewSignsandStripes_SR240_Richland.htm WSDOT installs new pavement markings and signs on SR 240 roundabout in Richland Oversize loads are prohibited. Drivers should plan for delays and consider alternate routes. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 06:18:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_11MajorChuckanutRockslide.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_11MajorChuckanutRockslide.htm A second rockslide crashed onto SR 11 (Chuckanut Drive) blocking both lanes at milepost 13.3, near Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:38:28 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_11RockslideClosesChuckanutDrive.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_11RockslideClosesChuckanutDrive.htm A second rockslide is threatening Chuckanut Drive (SR 11), approximately three miles north of a rockslide that closed the road Friday, Nov. 7. The new slide area is at milepost 13.3, near the Whatcom-Skagit county line. Crews will keep the road closed indefinitely as engineers inspect the area. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:18:58 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_I5BridgeRetrofit.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_I5BridgeRetrofit.htm Today, WSDOT and contractor Granite Northwest crews will kick off a two-year project to improve 19 bridges on I-5 from Tukwila to Lynnwood. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 02:30:10 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR16BurleyWestReopens.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR16BurleyWestReopens.htm Traffic shift, speed reduction in place on SR 16 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:54:14 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_MannetteBridgedaytimeClosure.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/10_MannetteBridgedaytimeClosure.htm Manette Bridge closed during daytime commute next week Sat, 08 Nov 2008 02:37:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/NOV07_US101_SR3_On-Ramp_Opens.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/NOV07_US101_SR3_On-Ramp_Opens.htm New US 101 on-ramp near Shelton provides safer access Fri, 07 Nov 2008 08:19:56 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/RevisedStatewideAviationPolicies.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/RevisedStatewideAviationPolicies.htm The Aviation Planning Council, as part of the Long-Term Air Transportation Study (LATS), has been in the process of developing draft statewide aviation policies. The Council has developed revised policy language based on public input solicited in July and August 2008. The Council has preliminarily adopted policies related to capacity, the environment, and land use. It will be reviewing its subcommittee’s recommended policy revisions on safety, stewardship, economy and mobility at its December 4, Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:04:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/RainSnowWindDOTIsReady.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/RainSnowWindDOTIsReady.htm WSDOT crews are ready for wind, snow and rain tonight and tomorrow. WSDOT is reminding drivers to be ready too. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 07:01:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/06_I405GirderSetting.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/06_I405GirderSetting.htm Crews are getting ready to take a major step towards improving access in downtown Bellevue. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 03:08:29 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR16BurleyWestOneLane.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/SR16BurleyWestOneLane.htm SR 16 reduced to one lane this weekend in Kitsap County Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:37:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/AviationPlanningCouncilDec4.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/AviationPlanningCouncilDec4.htm Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:11:00 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/05_SmokeyPointRollingSlowdownsCanceled.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/05_SmokeyPointRollingSlowdownsCanceled.htm SMOKEY POINT – Snohomish County utility crews have finished work ahead of schedule and will not need to a conduct rolling slowdown on Interstate 5 near Smokey Point Thursday morning. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 06:03:46 GMT http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/11_US395NSCnewvideoreleased.htm http://wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/11/11_US395NSCnewvideoreleased.htm The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has released a new video presentation showing the construction progress of the new North Spokane Corridor (NSC) highway.