US 12/Clear Fork Cowlitz River & US 97/Bickleton Rd – Bridge and Deck Rehab

Project overview

This project will rehabilitate the concrete deck of the US 12 bridge over Clear Fork Cowlitz River near Randle, WA in Lewis County and the US 97 bridge over Bickleton Hwy near Goldendale, WA in Klickitat County. Contractor crews will repair damaged areas and overlay the decks with fresh concrete, as well as replace guardrail runs on both routes. This will help preserve the integrity of the bridges, extend their lifespan, and provide a smoother ride for travelers.

What to expect

Starting Monday, April 22, Washington State Department of Transportation contractor crews will utilize daytime and nighttime single lane and shoulder closures along US 97 approaching and departing the bridge over Bickleton Highway between mileposts 12-13 to begin concrete deck repair work.

During construction, contractor crews will use a temporary traffic signal to safely guide travelers through the work zone. The signal will function like a regular traffic light, letting multiple vehicles pass through the intersection simultaneously when it’s on. Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic during the temporary traffic signal installation and intermittently throughout the duration of the project. Travelers should expect delays of up to 20 minutes when flaggers are present.