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Lane closures coming to Mullan Road bridge over I-90 in Spokane Valley
For the first time since its construction in 1975, the Mullan Road bridge is getting a much-needed facelift. Contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will remove and replace the deteriorating concrete on the bridge deck, preserving the structure and providing a smoother ride to…
Three-week closure of Tacoma intersection starts May 4
Travelers headed to the Tacoma Dome or LeMay America’s Car Museum using East 27th Street and East Wiley Street will want to plan for extra travel time. Construction crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close the intersection of East 27th Street and East L Street from 5 a.m. on…
Paving, barrier upgrade coming to US 101 in Tumwater, Olympia
People who travel south on US 101 in Olympia and Tumwater will soon see orange construction signs, heralding the start of roadway improvements.
WSDOT provides I-405/SR 167 project updates via virtual meeting with Executive Advisory Group
BELLEVUE – The public is invited to attend a virtual meeting with the I-405/SR 167 Corridor Program Executive Advisory Group.
Litter removal requires daytime lane closures on SR 512 near Puyallup
Beginning Monday, April 18, Washington State Department of Transportation maintenance crews will close the left lanes while crews from the Washington State Department of Ecology remove litter from the center median.
Airports can submit grant applications and apply for a new environmentally sustainable grant
It’s time for airports to submit their applications for the second round of 2021-2023 Airport Aid Program grants.
Washington State Ferries teams with Seattle Maritime Academy to address worker shortage
SEATTLE – A worldwide shortage of mariners has resulted in reduced state ferry service and long wait times for customers on multiple routes. Recruiting engine room crews is especially challenging right now and why Washington State Ferries is looking to increase interest and enrollment at Seattle Maritime Academy.
Improvements ahead: contractor chose for I-5 interchange improvements in Marysville
An improved interchange in Marysville and another lane for travelers on northbound Interstate 5 between Everett and Marysville is one step closer to reality with the selection of a project contractor.
Three weekend-options selected for next SR 513 Montlake Bridge closure
SEATTLE – Following last year's successful replacement of the metal grid deck on the Montlake Bridge in Seattle, the bridge will close once more this spring for some final work on this project.
Work Zone Awareness Month kicks off following extremely challenging crash-filled March
Work Zone Awareness Week will be observed April 11-15 this year. So there’s really no better time than now to ask drivers to do their part to keep themselves and everyone else safe.
Slow down – lives are on the line.
In 2023, speeding continued to be a top reason for work zone crashes.
Even one life lost is too many.
Fatal work zone crashes doubled in 2023 - Washington had 10 fatal work zone crashes on state roads.
It's in EVERYONE’S best interest.
95% of people hurt in work zones are drivers, their passengers or passing pedestrians, not just our road crews.