Overview
Smoothed the surface of I-5, giving drivers better control of their vehicles, rebuilt the shoulders, removed outdated gutters, and installed new concrete barrier and cable guardrail.
This section of I-5 was the original roadway built in the 1950s. It served the public well for many years, but was showing its age through settling, cracks and broken panels. Over 50 years traffic slowly rocked the highway panels back and forth, causing them to loosen and create the familiar "bump bump bump" sound motorists heard (and felt) when they drove the highway. This project was needed work to extend the useful life of the roadway.
 | Improves Safety
The improved surface of I-5 gives drivers better control of their vehicles. Rebuilt shoulders, better drainage, and new concrete barrier and cable guardrail also makes the road safer for drivers.
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Partnerships & Cooperation
At WSDOT we seek to address the concerns of the tribal nations using the process outlined in Section 106 of The National Historic Preservation Act and the WSDOT Tribal Consultation Policy adopted in 2003 by the Transportation Commission as part of the WSDOT Centennial Accord Plan.
For more information visit our WSDOT Tribal Liaison website.
Funding
This project is funded through the following fund sources:
- Existing Funds - $13,986,000
- Total Funding Available from all Sources - $13,986,000
Contact Us
Project Engineer Mark Russell
WSDOT Project Construction Office
460 Stuart Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
Phone: 360-788-7403
E-mail: RusselM@wsdot.wa.gov
Public Information Officer Dustin Terpening
WSDOT Mt. Baker Area Headquarters
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101, MS 210
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone: 360-757-5997
E-Mail: TerpeniD@wsdot.wa.gov
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