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Pedestrian safety improvements coming to SR 503 near Prairie High School in Vancouver

New pedestrian signal brings better connectivity for people crossing SR 503

VANCOUVER – People who walk or roll will soon have a safer way to cross State Route 503 with the help of a new signal and crossing location.  

The Washington State Department of Transportation plans to build a HAWK (High intensity Activated crossWalK) pedestrian signal, creating safer access for pedestrians crossing SR 503 to and from Prairie High School and the nearby transit stop.

Emergency contract to begin culvert repair on SR 503 Spur near Cougar starts Dec. 14

COUGAR – Following a culvert failure and washout on State Route 503, also called Lewis River Road, work to reestablish two-lane access will begin today.

On Thursday, Dec. 14, contractors working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will begin a 30-day emergency contract for slope stabilization, culvert installation and rebuilding of the roadway near Cougar in Cowlitz County.

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