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Project Evaluations: SR 161, 128th to 176th Safety
Pierce County
This 2.9-mile safety project just south of Puyallup (in the South Hill area) is the northern most segment of three recent construction projects along SR161. The project adds curb, gutter, sidewalks, street lighting, signals, stormwater drainage facilities and improves major road intersections with SR 161 between 128th and 176th streets. The roadway will be overlayed with asphalt to preserve its integrity and to give drivers a smooth ride. The project will also plant trees next to the road as directed by Legislature.
Construction Summary
The project is being constructed as designed. The contractor, Tucci & Sons, Inc. of Tacoma, started the work in the fall of 2004, two months later than anticipated, after waiting for the utilities to relocate within the SR 161 corridor. The contract was suspended for the winter months and work resumed in April 2005.
There have been minor changes to the contract, primarily working around utility conflicts. The utilities did not meet their commitment to relocate their facilities as agreed, and these changes have impacted the schedule. Remaining work items include paving and pavement striping, which will be completed in the spring of 2006 when favorable weather necessary for these work items returns. Although the project has extended into another season, the work will be completed within the alloted number of working days.
There is a good working relationship between WSDOT and the contractor, working collaboratively to solve issue before affecting the project. There is a focus on providing the public with a high quality project while keeping safety in mind.
Contact Information:
Prime Contractor:
Tucci & Sons, Inc.
Tacoma, WA
WSDOT Contact:
Troy Cowan, P.E.
(360) 412-3420
cowant@wsdot.wa.gov
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