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Public invited to open house to learn about future improvements on SR 500 in Vancouver, Oct. 29
Posted 10/29/2024
VANCOUVER – The public is invited to learn more about an upcoming paving and safety improvements project located on State Route 500, between Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard and Northeast 76th Street in Vancouver. An online survey also is available to share additional thoughts.
On Tuesday, Oct. 29, the…
Public invited to celebrate SR 26 passing lanes project ribbon cutting in Whitman County, Wednesday, Oct. 30
Posted 10/29/2024
A celebratory ribbon cutting is taking place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, to mark the completion and grand opening of four new passing lanes on State Route 26 between Dusty and Colfax.
First part-time shoulder lane in Vancouver/Portland metro area now open to SR 14 travelers
Posted 10/24/2024
VANCOUVER – Travelers along State Route 14 now have another option that’s the first of its kind in the Vancouver-Portland metro area: a part-time shoulder lane that can be used during peak congestion.
With more people using SR 14 than ever before, the Washington State Department of Transportation…
Major construction completed on SR 109 in Grays Harbor County
Posted 10/21/2024
HOQUIAM – State Route 109 travelers saw a lot of construction over summer. After five total closures over four months between Seabrook and Hoquiam, major work to remove several fish barriers is now done.
Snow and ice preparations underway
Posted 10/21/2024
OLYMPIA – While leaves are just starting to fall in many places, Washington State Department of Transportation crews have been preparing for winter for several months.
Public invited to weigh in on the future of SR 162 between Orting and Sumner
Posted 10/21/2024
ORTING – Community members are invited to participate in an online open house to leave their feedback about the future of State Route 162 between Sumner and Orting.
Temporary changes coming to I-5 in DuPont
Posted 10/21/2024
DUPONT – If the weather cooperates, the project making upgrades to Interstate 5 through DuPont and Joint Base Lewis-McChord will enter into a new phase of construction.
Preserving the road: Paving project at 54th Avenue East over I-5 in Fife complete
Posted 10/18/2024
FIFE – A project that preserves the roadway on the 54th Avenue overpass and northbound I-5 ramps in Fife wraps up.
New sailing schedules coming to Anacortes/San Juan Islands this winter
Posted 10/17/2024
SEATTLE - A new sailing schedule that better reflects the needs of the Anacortes and San Juan Islands communities is about to set sail. Beginning Oct. 29, reservations will open for an updated winter sailing schedule. The new schedule will change for the island communities beginning on Dec. 29. This is the first…
SR 542 Road to Artist Point has closed for the season
Posted 10/17/2024
GLACIER – The final 2.7 miles of State Route 542/Mount Baker Highway, also known as the Road to Artist Point, closed for winter at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16.
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.