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Closures scheduled for SR 522 in Bothell and I-405 in Renton, Feb. 27 - March 2
BOTHELL – From 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27 through 4 a.m. Monday, March 2, travelers should plan for both directions of State Route 522 in Bothell to close at the I-405/SR 522 Interchange. In Renton, there will also be ramp closures on northbound and southbound I-405.
Washington’s third diverging diamond interchange opening soon over I-5 in DuPont
DUPONT – On the heels of opening the new southbound Interstate 5 exit 119 to Steilacoom-DuPont Road, crews are making final preparations to fully open the state’s third diverging diamond interchange. The new I-5 overpass will provide access between DuPont and Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Pierce County. Demolition of…
Fourth community conversation on North Spokane Corridor scheduled Thursday, Feb. 26
SPOKANE – Public and active transportation users are invited to take part in the fourth session of community conversations surrounding the North Spokane Corridor’s final connection project. This fourth community meeting will continue with a focus on planning for community improvements in and around the Interstate 90…
Bridge deck concerns close two lanes of First Avenue South bridge in Seattle
SEATTLE – Two lanes of the northbound State Route 99 First Avenue South bridge over the Duwamish River are closed until further notice following a bridge inspection on Wednesday, Feb. 18, that identified concerns with the steel grid deck.
Nighttime full closures of US 101 south of Forks for slide repair begin Thursday, Feb. 19
FORKS – Emergency repair work is now underway to stabilize the slope beneath US 101 south of Forks in Jefferson County. Heavy rains in December caused a slide that damaged the roadway and embankment above the Bogachiel River.
Northbound I-5 returns to three lanes Friday, Feb. 20, near Stanwood
STANWOOD – The Interstate 5/Secret Creek Fish Passage project near Stanwood will reach a milestone Friday, Feb. 20, as northbound I-5 shifts back into its usual three-lane configuration.
I-405 and SR 522 closures in Bothell begin Feb. 20 to remove ramps and open space for I-405 expansion
BOTHELL – A visible shift is about to take place at the Interstate 405/State Route 522 Interchange in Bothell. Beginning Feb. 20, crews will start removing large flyover ramps that once carried northbound I-405 traffic to SR 522.
Public invited to Commercial Aviation Work Group Feb. 25 meeting in SeaTac: Attendees also may join meeting online
OLYMPIA – The state Commercial Aviation Work Group, which evaluates Washington’s future needs for commercial aviation and transportation, will host its first meeting of 2026 at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, in SeaTac.
WSDOT Aviation accepting airport grant applications: Applications due March 6; $1.1 million to be distributed
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Transportation Aviation Division is accepting applications for the second round of the 2025-2027 Airport Aid Grant Program. WSDOT anticipates awarding approximately $1.1 million in funding.
US 2 Tumwater Canyon reopened to two-way traffic
LEAVENWORTH – Highway has been closed since dramatic damage from December storms; additional work on permanent repairs to come this summer
Slow down on ice and snow.
It's easier to skid or lose control traveling at higher speeds. Give yourself more time to stop.
Carry chains, practice installing them.
Winter conditions could mean chains are required on your route. Practice putting them on your vehicle ahead of time.
Pack your winter car kit.
Carry extra supplies like warm clothing, ice scraper and brush, jumper cables and other emergency items.