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We want to hear from you: Improving safety, mobility on SR 512 in Pierce County
PUYALLUP – If you travel on or near State Route 512 in Pierce County, the Washington State Department of Transportation wants to hear from you. People who drive, walk, bike or roll have an opportunity to share their insights. WSDOT wants your feedback for a study that will recommend near-, mid- and long-term corridor…
Public invited to provide feedback on proposed pedestrian route across I-90 in Spokane
SPOKANE – The community is invited to an open house on Wednesday, March 1, to hear and provide feedback about proposed pedestrian routes in Spokane’s East Central neighborhood.
SR 520 closed across Lake Washington this weekend, Feb. 24-27
SEATTLE - Travelers should plan ahead and find alternate routes for their trips across Lake Washington this weekend. At 11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, crews will close both directions of State Route 520. Westbound SR 520 will close between Interstate 5 in Seattle and 92nd Avenue Northeast in Clyde Hill, while eastbound SR…
Repairs beginning soon on SR 410 near Crystal Mountain after November rains caused debris flow
ENUMCLAW – In late February, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will begin repairs to increase stream capacity at Dry Creek at its intersection with State Route 410.
Last section of northbound SR 167 HOV lane now open near Sumner
SUMNER – On Thursday, Feb. 16, the final half-mile section of the new northbound State Route 167 high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane opened near Sumner.
Roadwork ahead: Online open house gives 2023 work zone preview for Jefferson and Clallam counties
PORT ANGELES – Online open house previews 2023 road construction for Jefferson and Clallam counties.
SR 411 Cowlitz River Bridge deck replacement work coming to Castle Rock
CASTLE ROCK – Just in time for its 60th birthday, the State Route 411 Cowlitz River Bridge, also known as A Street, in downtown Castle Rock is getting a much-needed facelift.
Speed reductions on I-5 in Fife begin in mid-February
FIFE – A lower speed limit and shifted lanes in both directions of Interstate 5 in Fife will help protect highway construction crews on the State Route 167 Completion project and people driving through the work zone.
Travelers of SR 503 are invited to provide input during virtual open house
CLARK COUNTY – Those who drive, walk, bike and roll on or near the State Route 503 corridor are invited to share their travel experiences to help inform a future long-term corridor improvement plan. This corridor study plan will address gaps in active transportation facilities, access to transit, vehicle traffic pain…
Northbound I-5 in Seattle to close overnight Feb. 15; express lanes will remain open
SEATTLE – In order to re-stripe lanes on the busiest highway in the state, contractor crews will close the northbound Interstate 5 mainline and collector/distributor ramp that connects from I-90 overnight beginning Wednesday, Feb. 15.
Slow down on ice and snow.
It's easier to skid or lose control traveling at higher speeds. Give yourself more time to stop.
Carry chains, practice installing them.
Winter conditions could mean chains are required on your route. Practice putting them on your vehicle ahead of time.
Pack your winter car kit.
Carry extra supplies like warm clothing, ice scraper and brush, jumper cables and other emergency items.