Date:  Saturday, August 16, 2008

Contact: Contact: Steve Peer, WSDOT Communications, (425) 301-2023 (Bellevue)
Stacy Trussler, I-405 Deputy Project Director, (206) 437-4870 (Bellevue)

BELLEVUE – Demolition crews made a major breakthrough today when they brought down the roof of the Wilburton Tunnel on southbound I-405.

“We reached a milestone this morning when crews completed removing the roof,” said I-405 Deputy Project Director, Stacy Trussler. “Next, we’re going to focus on demolishing the tunnel’s sidewalls and abutments, and that will take longer than the roof.”

There are more than hundred feet of sidewalls that will need to be removed. Crews must also haul away tons of concrete and rebar.

You can learn more about our I-405 widening project by visiting the project page www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/i405/112thAvetoSE8th/Default.htm

Know before you go

Southbound I-405 between SE 8th Street and the I-90 interchange will remain closed until 5 a.m. Monday. Drivers should continue using alternate routes and check the WSDOT Web site www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle/ for the most up-to-date traffic information. 

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Drivers can now get real time traffic and weather information by dialing 5-1-1 from most phones. This new traveler information system builds upon the highly successful Washington State Highway hotline that managed 4.6 million calls each year. Callers can also use 5-1-1 to get statewide construction, mountain pass condition, and state ferry system information, as well as toll free numbers for passenger rail and airlines. TTY users can call 1-800-833-6388.

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