Utilities Accommodation Policy

Publication Number
M 22-86
Publication Version
M 22-86.04
Publication Date
Manual Manager
Greg Gachowsky
Originator
Design Office, Development Division
Subject
Utilities and railroads

The Utilities Accommodation Policy was established in cooperation with the utility industry. The Utilities Accommodation Policy addresses:

  • AASHTO policy guidelines on accommodating utilities within highway rights of way.
  • State laws and regulations governing the accommodation of utility facilities.
  • Compliance with federal-aid policies and procedures.

166,800 electric vehicle

registrations in Washington in 2023, up from 114,600 in 2022.

87 wetland compensation sites

actively monitored on 918 acres in 2023.

25,000 safe animal crossings

in the Snoqualmie Pass East Project area since 2014.