November 2009
Current work includes purchase of right of way.
Stage 1 of this project advertises for construction bids in November 2009. Stage 1 constructs a new roadway from Mud Run Road to Cullens Road.
Why is WSDOT
making this improvement?
To reduce congestion on Yelm Avenue and First Street, improve freight mobility and safety and improve traffic circulation through the City of Yelm. The new road allows traffic to move more efficiently between Spanaway, Roy and McKenna in Pierce County and destinations in Thurston County.
The End Result
Reduced congestion on SR 510 in the Yelm area.
Project Benefits
- Safety. Improved safety through downtown core due to less congestion and fewer conflict points. Separated pathways will enhance bike and pedestrian mobility.
- Congestion relief. Motorists using Yelm Avenue and First Streets will benefit from significant improvements in traffic mobility.
What is the project timeline?
- 2004 - WSDOT began updating the environmental assessment and preliminary design prepared in 2000 for the City of Yelm; a property owners forum was conducted; and a cost-risk assessment was completed.
- 2005 - The Legislature provided additional funding for the project; design and environmental work resumed, including a Biological Assessment in compliance with the Endangered Species Act.
- 2006 - An access hearing was conducted.
- 2009 - Legislature funds construction of stage 1; right of way purchases continue; stage 1 advertises for construction bids in November.
Stage 2 remains unfunded.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following fund sources:
- 2005 Gas Tax (Partnership Funding) - $33,000,000
- Existing Funds - $1,200,000
- Other Agency Funds
High Priority - SAFETEA-LU ($1,713,274)
- Total Funding Available From All Sources - $35,913,274
Unfunded Amount Remaining - $56,059,900
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Dennis Engel, Project Engineer
WSDOT Olympic Region Plans Office
PO Box 47440,
Olympia, WA 98504-7440
Phone: 360-357-2682
Fax: 360-357-2688
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