Project overview
This project will make repairs to the roadway on US 101 near Dowans Creek Road in Jefferson County. Work at this site includes stabilizing the slope on the southbound side of US 101. An emergency contract has been issued for this stabilization work.
What to expect
The contractor has completed the soil nail wall, ending the need for nighttime full closures of US 101. The first phase of work is now complete. The timeline for the permanent repairs is not yet finalized.
One lane of US 101 remains open. Travelers will still see one-way alternating traffic controlled by a signal around the clock until permanent highway repairs are made. Contractor and maintenance crews will continue to repair any cracks and potholes that appear in the open lane. A 25 MPH speed limit remains in place.
A landslide on US 101 near Dowans Creek Road in Jefferson County needs to be stabilized.
The Forks area received considerable rainfall and wind during the recent December 2025 storm event. US 101 south of Forks at milepost 184.25 near Dowans Creek Road experienced a landslide that damaged the existing road and embankment.
