February 2010
- We awarded this $2.8 million project contract to Interwest Construction, Inc. of Burlington.
- Construction will begin after the Olympics, some time in March.
- If you have questions or comments about the project, please feel free to contact Project Engineer Chris Damitio - contact information at bottom of page.
Overview
We will improve the I-5, D Street interchange in Blaine. We will build two single-lane roundabouts, one at each on-/off-ramp intersection, to improve safety and relieve congestion. We will also make modifications to I-5 itself, near the interchange, to help slow drivers down as they approach the border.
Why is WSDOT
modifying I-5 and the D Street interchange?
The General Service Administration is rebuilding the I-5, Peace Arch Border crossing and making some modifications to I-5. They're improving and expanding the U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities. As a result, we will improve the I-5, D Street interchange to match the changes GSA is making.
The End Result
Improvements to I-5 and the interchange will help with traffic flow, pedestrian safety, and inspections at the border crossing, while meeting current highway safety standards.
Project Benefits
The roundabouts will help improve safety and mobility at the interchange for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists within the city of Blaine.
What is the project timeline?
All construction work will begin after the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, B.C.
During construction of the roundabouts, we will close D Street between the on- and off-ramps to help expedite construction. We know that it will be an inconvenience for downtown businesses and residents, but closing the road will allow us to finish building the roundabouts considerably faster.
We will close lanes for the work on I-5, but it is expected to cause little or no delays for drivers.
- 2009, April 22 - open house from 6-8 p.m. at Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street - completed.
- 2009, April 29 - open house starts at 6 p.m. and access hearing starts at 7 p.m. at Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street - completed.
- 2009, Dec. 21 - advertise project to contractors - completed.
- 2010, spring - start construction.
- 2010, fall - finish construction.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following fund sources:
- Other funds - $13.2 million Federal funding
- Total funding available from all sources - $13.2 million
How can I get more information?
Contact:
WSDOT Project Engineer Chris Damitio
460 Stuart Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
Phone: 360-788-7400
E-mail: damitic@wsdot.wa.gov
WSDOT Communications Dustin Terpening
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone: 360-757-5997
E-mail: TerpeniD@wsdot.wa.gov
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