http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/ Copyright WSDOT 2008. All rights reserved. bertraj@wsdot.wa.gov (Jeremy Bertrand) Washington State Department of Transportation Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:15:21 GMT 15 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Public/images/nav/wsdot2g4.gif http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/ Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:18:21 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/30_ViaductInspection.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/30_ViaductInspection.htm WSDOT bridge inspection crews report that they found no new settlement or structural damage during last week's inspection of the State Route 99 Alaskan Way Viaduct. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:52:34 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/29_509WeekendPlanChanges.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/29_509WeekendPlanChanges.htm Rain in the forecast prompted WSDOT engineers to change plans for a weekend closure of State Route (SR) 509 in Tacoma. The new plan is for a shorter duration closure, from 11 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31 to 4 a.m., Monday, Nov. 2. Previously, the plan was to begin the closure Friday night. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:39:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/St2_102909.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/St2_102909.htm Port Townsend / Keystone ferry service restored Friday, Oct. 30. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:51:48 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/WSDOTwrapsupbusyI-90constructionseason.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/WSDOTwrapsupbusyI-90constructionseason.htm Motorists driving on I-90 east of Snoqualmie Pass will experience a smoother, safer ride as WSDOT and contractor crews wrap up construction on the first phase of the Lake Easton to Bullfrog project this week. The $18.4 million concrete rehabilitation project is one of five American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)-funded projects on I-90 this year. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:55:58 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/Meetings_102809.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/Meetings_102809.htm WSDOT Ferries Division announces fall 2009 community meetings Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:11:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/EastsideCorridorOpenHouse.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/EastsideCorridorOpenHouse.htm WSDOT invites residents and drivers to share their thoughts about the possibility of adding an additional lane on I-405 that, combined with the existing HOV lane, could operate as two express toll lanes. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 03:48:16 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/27_2009meetandgreet.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/27_2009meetandgreet.htm WSDOT holds Contractor Meet and Greet event Oct. 30 in Seattle Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:44:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/27_bikeandpedestriansafety.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/27_bikeandpedestriansafety.htm Winter days and darker evenings mean a greater risk to pedestrians and bicyclists Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:38:15 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/27_sr539cablemedianbarrier.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/27_sr539cablemedianbarrier.htm Crews will install cable median barrier along Guide Meridian (SR 539) in a continued effort to improve safety and relieve congestion between Bellingham and Lynden. The barrier will help prevent dangerous crossover and t-bone collisions. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:10:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/10_sr21ferryengineswap.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/10_sr21ferryengineswap.htm SR 21 Keller Ferry service to be interrupted for repairs Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:51:53 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/26-awv-firms.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/26-awv-firms.htm WSDOT issued an advertisement for bids on Oct. 26 to replace the southern mile of the seismically vulnerable Alaskan Way Viaduct. The construction contract is expected to cost more than $200 million and sustain an estimated 1,017 jobs. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:33:14 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/I405Construction.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/I405Construction.htm On Monday, WSDOT celebrated with morning and afternoon commuters as work on I-405 and SR 167 reached major milestones. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 05:29:42 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/23_509FireRepairsStart.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/23_509FireRepairsStart.htm Tacoma, Fife and Federal Way drivers should expect delays and increased congestion on State Route 509 near the Port of Tacoma as an eight-month project to repair damage from a December 2002 rail-car fire gets under way. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:41:35 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/23_SR520WLSPramp.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/23_SR520WLSPramp.htm WSDOT rebuilds SR 520 West Lake Sammamish Parkway off-ramp in Redmond Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:26:28 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/Vashon_102309.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/Vashon_102309.htm Vashon Island ferry schedule changes for terminal construction project November 2-15 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 00:00:08 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/23-WSDOT+begins+building+SR+410+detour.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/23-WSDOT+begins+building+SR+410+detour.htm WSDOT and contractor crews started construction on the SR 410 temporary winter-durable detour around a section of SR 410 that was damaged by a massive landslide on Oct. 11. The new route will replace the emergency detour on Nile Loop Road. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 04:22:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/22-520bridge.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/22-520bridge.htm WSDOT begins work in Lake Washington and Portage Bay on Oct. 23 to study potential noise reduction measures during in-water pile driving. A pile is a circular steel column that is driven into the ground to provide support for bridge structures. This study will help determine the best pile installation methods that minimize effects on the surrounding communities, as well as fish and wildlife in this area. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:45:28 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/22_winter_driving_chains.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/22_winter_driving_chains.htm When the 80, 90 and 100-degree days are replaced with wind and record-setting rain, it’s clear fall has arrived and winter is just around the corner. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:45:51 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/22_SR531roundaboutopenhouse.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/22_SR531roundaboutopenhouse.htm The public is invited to review the Washington State Department of Transportation’s plans for a new roundabout at the intersection of State Route 9 and 172nd Street (SR 531) near Arlington at an open house next week. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:40:53 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/21US97BorderCameras.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/21US97BorderCameras.htm Four new traffic cameras are now available to see traffic conditions for those heading to Canada through the US 97 Oroville border crossing. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:30:14 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/21_sr539RoundaboutOpen.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/21_sr539RoundaboutOpen.htm For the third time in less than six months, WSDOT opened another new roundabout on the Guide Meridian (SR 539) between Bellingham and Lynden. Crews opened the roundabout at the intersection of Wiser Lake Road on Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 21, helping improve safety. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:07:38 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/21_I-5_SR432_TalleyWayInterchangeOpenHouse.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/21_I-5_SR432_TalleyWayInterchangeOpenHouse.htm LONGVIEW – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) invites the public to attend an open house to learn about construction and traffic impacts for the I-5, SR 432 Talley Way Interchange project. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:59:36 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchSuspended.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchSuspended.htm WSDOT has suspended the air search for missing Lake Roesiger pilot, Gordon Last, 51, and his Taylorcraft two-seat airplane. Last has been missing since Saturday, Oct. 10. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:11:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/20SR17_282RibbonCut.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/20SR17_282RibbonCut.htm A ribbon cutting ceremony marks completion of a 13 mile paving and passing lane project between Moses Lake and Ephrata. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 02:32:56 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/20_SR410update.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/20_SR410update.htm WSDOT and contractor crews today opened the emergency route around the landslide closure on SR 410 to all drivers. Previously only local residents with identification could use the emergency route on Nile Loop Road. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:48:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchUpdate1019.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchUpdate1019.htm OLYMPIA – Air search and rescue crews are based at the Olympia Airport again today (October 19) to search for missing Lake Roesiger pilot, Gordon Last, 51, and his Taylorcraft two-seat airplane. Last has been missing since Saturday, Oct. 10. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:41:19 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/19_AWVSemiAnnualInspection.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/19_AWVSemiAnnualInspection.htm SEATTLE – WSDOT maintenance crews will close the SR 99 Alaskan Way Viaduct for its semiannual inspection this weekend, Oct. 24 and 25. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:36:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/19_sr21kellerferrybackinservice.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/19_sr21kellerferrybackinservice.htm Keller Ferry back in service Sat, 17 Oct 2009 07:45:38 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/landslideupdate.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/landslideupdate.htm Five days after a massive landslide blocked SR 410 with millions of cubic yards of debris, WSDOT and contractor crews continue work to build a temporary emergency access road for local residents of the Nile Valley and have accelerated plans for a new, more durable detour route around the SR 410 landslide. Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:54:29 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/16_smarterhighways.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/16_smarterhighways.htm Innovative traffic technology is about to make Puget Sound highways smarter and more efficient than ever. The new system, active traffic management (ATM) features a network of sensors and electronic signs on northbound I-5, SR 520 and I-90 that automatically responds to traffic conditions and gives drivers information that will result in a safer and smoother trip. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:43:20 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchOct13.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchOct13.htm The search resumes today (Oct. 13) for a missing Lake Roesiger pilot, Gordon Last, 51, and his Taylorcraft two-seat airplane. Last has been missing since Saturday, Oct. 10. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 05:15:08 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/410telephonehotlineandclosureinfo.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/410telephonehotlineandclosureinfo.htm Hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts will be happy to know WSDOT has shortened the SR 410 closure from 47 miles to four miles after a massive landslide on October 11, 2009. Currently, SR 410 is closed from milepost 104, the west intersection of the Nile Loop Road, and at milepost 108, the east intersection of the Nile Loop Road. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:22:40 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/13_SR410Proclamation.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/13_SR410Proclamation.htm Gov. Chris Gregoire today proclaimed an emergency in Yakima County because of damage to State Route 410 west of Naches. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 03:13:24 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/16thAvenuestopsignlocation.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/16thAvenuestopsignlocation.htm On Wednesday, Oct. 14, WSDOT traffic engineers, in agreement with the City of Yakima and the Washington State Patrol, will remove the stop sign at the end of the westbound off-ramp from US 12 to 16th Avenue, and install a new stop sign on 16th Avenue where it intersects with the US 12 off and on-ramps. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:48:43 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/64Bid_101309.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/64Bid_101309.htm WSDOT Ferries Division awards bid to construct additional 64-car ferries Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:53:54 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchContinues.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/AirSearchContinues.htm ARLINGTON - The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation continues the air search for missing pilot, Gordon Last, and his Taylorcraft two-seat airplane. Last has been missing since Saturday, Oct. 10. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:24:05 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/12_SR410_eve_update.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/12_SR410_eve_update.htm WSDOT crews are working to re-establish a temporary route around the damaged section of SR 410 west of Naches, with the goal of safe access to Yakima for the 600 homes and businesses along SR 410. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:08:55 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/12_112thConnectorOpens.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/12_112thConnectorOpens.htm VANCOUVER – Drivers destined for NE 112th Avenue from I-205 northbound will enjoy a safer and faster commute as the Washington State Department of Transportation opens the I-205 – Mill Plain Exit – 112th Connector project after a ribbon cutting this afternoon. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 22:01:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/12_101_ARRAbegins.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/12_101_ARRAbegins.htm WSDOT begins an ARRA project in Hoquiam Oct. 12. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:19:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/LandslideclosesSR410Chinook+Pass.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/LandslideclosesSR410Chinook+Pass.htm Landslide closes section of SR 410 Chinook Pass Mon, 12 Oct 2009 03:08:18 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/SBI405RentonOpen.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/SBI405RentonOpen.htm Crews in Renton reopened the right lane on southbound I-405 at 11 a.m. this morning, before the Seahawks game and a day ahead of schedule. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 03:00:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/09_AmtrakSecondTrainEvent.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/09_AmtrakSecondTrainEvent.htm In an effort to promote cross border travel and a long standing partnership, Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire and British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell joined together to celebrate the start of the long awaited second Amtrak Cascades train service to Vancouver, B.C. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:14:50 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/09_SR104GrindingCommences.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/09_SR104GrindingCommences.htm Motorists who use the SR 104 Hood Canal Bridge can look forward to a smoother ride next week as WSDOT and crews from contractor Kiewit-General of Poulsbo begin grinding operations on the east half concrete bridge deck. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 06:26:21 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/09_kellerFerry.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/09_kellerFerry.htm The Keller Ferry service across the Columbia River on State Route 21 has been suspended until further notice. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 04:44:26 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/Newbids_100809.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/Newbids_100809.htm WSDOT Ferries Division opens bids for more new ferries Thu, 08 Oct 2009 04:32:26 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/07_16_BOopens.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/07_16_BOopens.htm WSDOT is opening the new SR 16 Burley Olalla interchange today under budget and ahead of schedule. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:31:20 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/07_no_signs_in_rightofway.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/07_no_signs_in_rightofway.htm The Washington State Department of Transportation reminds candidates and supporters to watch where they post political campaign signs: only traffic control signs are allowed in the right-of-way. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:00:50 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/07_US101PaverComplete.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/07_US101PaverComplete.htm RAYMOND –WSDOT’s contractor in north Pacific County delivered a smoother, safer drive in the fall sunshine as WSDOT wrapped up the US 101, SR 6 to Grays Harbor County Line paving project this week. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:48:46 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/06_I-405WeekendClosure.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/06_I-405WeekendClosure.htm RENTON – Major delays are expected this weekend (Oct. 9-12, 2009) on southbound I-405 as crews narrow traffic to just two lanes for highway construction. Drivers should prepare to use alternate routes or expect lengthy backups between SR 167 and Southcenter. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:15:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/06US97BeebeBridgeReopens.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/06US97BeebeBridgeReopens.htm Repair work will be complete and the US 97 Beebe Bridge at Chelan Falls will reopen to all traffic Friday afternoon, Oct. 9. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:04:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/06_SR531roundaboutselected.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/06_SR531roundaboutselected.htm WSDOT engineers believe that a roundabout is the best solution for improving safety and relieving congestion at the State Route 9/State Route 531 intersection in Arlington. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 04:05:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/05_ARRAPassengerRailTrack2.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/05_ARRAPassengerRailTrack2.htm Washington applies for more than $1.3 billion in second round of ARRA High Speed Intercity Passenger Rail grants Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:07:54 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/FBD_100509.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/FBD_100509.htm WSDOT Ferries Division receives $2.3 million federal grant to improve vessel engine efficiency and air quality Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:46:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/05_US97StimulusPaverComplete.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/05_US97StimulusPaverComplete.htm GOLDENDALE – Drivers on US 97 near Goldendale and Satus Pass will enjoy a safer, smoother ride as the Washington State Department of Transportation wraps up another stimulus-funded preservation project. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:07:49 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/1_US2ARRApaver.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/1_US2ARRApaver.htm Drivers are enjoying smoother, safer pavement and bright new pavement markings on five miles of US 2 between Monroe and Sultan thanks to the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Crews wrapped up the $2.1 million project this week, just in time for the rainy fall season. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:58:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/01_NEChkalovDriveClosure_Oct5-6.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/01_NEChkalovDriveClosure_Oct5-6.htm VANCOUVER – Paving work will close NE Chkalov Drive between NE 112th Avenue and SE Mill Plain Boulevard on the nights of Monday Oct. 5th and Tuesday Oct. 6th. Local detour routes will be available during the closures, which last from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. each night. Drivers will also encounter a right lane closure on westbound Mill Plain Boulevard. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:01:42 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/01_SR14MultipleProjectsOpenHouse.htm http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2009/10/01_SR14MultipleProjectsOpenHouse.htm WASHOUGAL – The Washington State Department of Transportation will host an open house Wednesday, Oct. 7 for three projects scheduled for construction next spring that will improve safety and mobility on SR 14 between Camas and White Salmon.