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Overview
Contractor crews from Cadman Inc. have grinded and repaved State Route 96 between Interstate 5 near Mill Creek and State Route 9 near Snohomish. They also:
- Installed a curb in the median of SR 96 at 12th Drive Southeast to increase safety by restricting left turns.
- Rebuilt dozens of curb ramps to improve sidewalk connections for people of all abilities.
- Repaved the SR 96 on-ramps to northbound and southbound I-5.
Up to 45,000 vehicles use SR 96 each day. The area was last repaved between 1996 and 2003.
The End Result
This project will provide drivers with a smoother, safer ride on SR 96. New pavement will preserve the life of the roadway and reduce maintenance needs.
Needs & benefits
- Safety: Improving the highway surface eliminates and helps prevent future potholes, cracks and wheel ruts where water can collect. This gives drivers a safer, smoother ride. Reconstructed ADA-compliant pedestrian ramps create an easier transition between street and sidewalk.
- Economic: Paving reduces the need for emergency pavement repairs, which are costly to taxpayers and can cause additional congestion during peak commute hours.
Timeline
- Spring 2018: Construction began.
- Fall 2018: Construction suspended for winter.
- July 2020: Construction will resume.
- Summer2020: Construction complete.
