Statewide Construction and Travel Updates
WSDOT Construction Activity & Possible Delays for November 19-29, 2009
Spokane Area Projects
I-90/Spokane Area Rut Repair and Ramp Paving (resurfacing MP 281-284 plus ramps MP 275-291)
Traffic Impacts: Some minor cleanup items are possible. Work should wrap up by Friday, November 20.
Project description: Rehabilitate concrete freeway surface from Division Interchange through the Hamilton Interchange. Asphalt paving from Hamilton Interchange to Havana Street. Asphalt on and off ramp paving for selected ramps between Geiger Blvd to Sullivan Road. Asphalt paving on westbound I-90 near Flora Road. Freeway sign replacement.
Project website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/i90/spokanerutrepair
North Spokane Corridor/US 2 Lowering and Bridges
Traffic Impacts: Hauling is underway in several locations. Signs have been placed to warn traffic of trucks entering the roadway. In general, southbound US 2 is still reduced to one lane. The legal speed limit on US 2 from the Farwell Road vicinity to the SR 206 vicinity has been reduced to 45 mph. Southbound wide loads over 10 feet wide must use the signed detour via Market Street to Farwell Rd. Southbound motorists should expect congestion. Also, the contractor is hauling material along the new freeway route from US 2 south and Parksmith Dr. is currently closed to traffic. Pile driving for bridge support structures is underway. Nearby residents may hear the equipment and feel some vibration. Drivers on Farwell Road near the NSC should be alert for flaggers and crossing trucks plus pedestrian bridge construction. Sidewalks on Farwell near the NSC bridges will be closed for pedestrian bridge construction.
Project Description: Excavate US 2 grade to pass under the new freeway alignment. Construct new culvert under US 2 for Deadman Creek. Build six new bridges for US 2/NSC Interchange.
Corridor Website: http://www.nscfreeway.com/
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/US395/NorthSpokaneCorridor/US2_Wand_Low
North Spokane Corridor/US 2 to Wandermere-Lanes and Bridges
Traffic Impacts: No travel lane restrictions on Division Street/US 395. Occasional short-term restrictions on Wandermere Road for entering and exiting trucks traffic are possible.
Project Description: Construct twin bridges connecting the North Spokane Corridor to existing US 395 at Wandermere. Also, grading, asphalt base, and final concrete surface of new freeway.
Corridor Website: http://www.nscfreeway.com/
Lincoln County
US 2/Wilbur Pedestrian Improvements (MP 220)
Traffic Impacts: Pedestrian trail and bridge are open. No work this week.
Project Description: Improve pedestrian trail and build new pedestrian bridge over creek.
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/us2/wilburpedimp
Stevens County
US 395/Kettle Falls-Sidewalks (MP 239)
Traffic Impacts: Minor items. Work should wrap up shortly.
Project Description: The City of Kettle Falls is the lead agency on a project to improve pedestrian safety by constructing a separated sidewalk, curb, and a drainage swale on the south side of US 395 from the east city limits to Juniper Street. For information call (509) 738-6821.
Whitman County, Stevens & Spokane County
US 195/Dry Creek Road to Spangle-Centerline Rumble Strips (MP 44-80)
US 395/Loon Lake to Colville-Centerline Rumble Strips (MP 190-228)
SR 902/Salnave Interchange to Medical Lake Interchange -Centerline Rumble Strips (MP 0-12)
Traffic Impacts: No work this week.
Project Description: Install rumble strips along the centerline.
Project website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/us195/sr271junctioncornwallrd
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Contact: Al Gilson, Public Information Officer (509)324-6000
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Because of the nature of highway construction, work schedules may change without notice affecting traffic patterns, congestion, and delays.
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Washington road condition reports including Mountain Pass conditions are also available by calling Travel Information at 5-1-1.
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The City of Spokane has current street construction listed on their website.
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- Expect delays and congestion in and near construction zones and alternate routes. Please be patient. Leave early for work or other appointments.
- Obey all traffic signs, flagging personnel
- Watch for traffic slowdowns and brake lights farther ahead, especially on high-speed highways such as I-90. Leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front. Rear end collisions are the most common type of accidents in work zones.
- Safety for construction workers, motorists, and pedestrians is our number one concern. It is extremely important to be alert for flaggers and construction workers.
- Please drive cautiously and watch for changes in road surface conditions.
- Please slow down. Remember, traffic fines are double in work zones.
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Remember, please slow down in construction work zones and watch for signs
and instructions from traffic flagging personnel. "A split-second of inattention
on your part can result in the serious injury or death of a highway worker."
Washington State Department of Transportation/Eastern Region
2714 N. Mayfair St.
Spokane, WA 99207
509.324.6000
This page maintained by Al Gilson
WSDOT/Eastern Region Public Affairs
509.324.6015