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Plan ahead now for smoother Memorial Day travel
OLYMPIA – With Memorial Day just around the corner, now’s the time to make a travel plan for this traditionally busy travel weekend.
Learn more about Washington State Ferries’ early plans to replace the 70-year-old Fauntleroy terminal
SEATTLE – The aging Fauntleroy ferry terminal needs to be replaced to maintain safe and reliable ferry service for people who travel between West Seattle, Vashon Island, the Kitsap Peninsula and beyond. Washington State Ferries will share information on why the project is needed, planning considerations and what…
Once more, we plan lane reductions on southbound I-5 in Seattle
We’re planning to reduce lanes on southbound I-5 from I-90 to Spokane Street this weekend to replace old expansion joints.
WSDOT’s safety rest area free coffee program returns May 20
OLYMPIA – After more than two years, volunteer groups across the state can once again participate in the state’s free coffee program at selected safety rest areas, providing coffee to the traveling public.
Construction returning to SR 113 near Beaver for slope stabilization work
Olympic Peninsula travelers near Beaver will want to plan extra time into their commutes over the next few weeks.
Online open house highlights a busy 2022 construction season on I-90 from North Bend to Ellensburg
Approximately seven construction projects through multiple construction areas are slated on I-90 for 2022 through this 75-mile corridor. Delays will primarily occur weekdays. During summer weekends, there are delays as well due to traffic increases on Sundays.
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.
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.