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SR 500 - NE 42nd and 54th Intersection Improvements

Project overview

This project will restore the north/south connection across State Route 500 at the Northeast Stapleton Road/Northeast 54th Avenue intersection in Vancouver by constructing a new pedestrian overcrossing that meets the Americans with Disabilities Act. Restoring access across the highway for people who may have no other way to travel, other than on foot or wheels, is the next step towards improved safety and accessibility for all travelers along this stretch of highway.

The new structure will incorporate straight ramps with a gradual incline and wide turning radius so people riding bicycles, using wheelchairs or other mobility devices can easily climb the grade and make the turns while traveling along the structure. The bridge will also include a landing midway along each ramp on both sides of the structure to provide a resting spot, providing users of all ages and abilities safe access across the highway. Travelers will access the bridge via new bi-directional buffered bicycle lanes and a path that ties into the existing sidewalks along Northeast 54th Avenue and Northeast Stapleton Road.

On Northeast Stapleton Road and Northeast 54th Avenue, the project will also construct ADA-compliant curb ramps with tactile warning surfaces, and mid-block crossings with pedestrian refuges, pedestrian push buttons, and rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB.)

Timeline
Summer 2024 - Summer 2025
Project status
Construction
Funding
$8.7 Million

What to expect

Beginning in Summer 2024, contractor crews from Cascade Bridge LLC., started work to construct the walls, ramps and pedestrian bridge spanning over all travel lanes of SR 500 Northeast Stapleton Road/Northeast 54th Avenue intersection.

There will be a winter suspension until crews return in late spring/early summer to complete weather-sensitive paving work.

During construction:

  • Travelers may encounter Northeast Stapleton Road/Northeast 54th Avenue ramp closures to and from SR 500 while the walls are constructed. 
  • A nighttime closure of the highway in both directions will be needed to install bridge girders. 
  • People who walk, bike, and roll, can use a no-fare, on-demand shuttle service provided in partnership with C-TRAN to cross to and from Northeast 54th Avenue to Northeast Stapleton Road across SR 500. Call 360-695-0123 to book your ride.

Image shows the location of the new overcrossing currently being constructed, which will better connect Northeast Stapleton Road and Northeast 54th Avenue across State Route 500.