Construct a fiber optic link along I-90 from the Sullivan Interchange to the vicinity of the Idaho border. Add 4 new traffic cameras and upgrade two traffic cameras along I-90 plus a westbound variable message sign near the Port of Entry.
Why is WSDOT
adding this ITS equipment?
These new cameras and variable message sign will expand the traffic monitoring capacity and provide addtional information to motorists.
The End Result
New or updated cameras at Barker Road Interchange, Appleway Interchange, Liberty Lake Interchange, the vicinity of Knox Rd. and near the Idaho border. A new variable message sign for westbound traffic near the Liberty Lake Interchange.
Project Benefits
Safer highway with camera monitoring allowing for faster incident response. Better driver information with the new message sign.
What is the project timeline?
The project will be designed and built during 2009 with cameras and message sign activated later in 2009 or early 2010.
Financial Information
| Financial Data for PIN 609002Q |
| Funding Source |
Amount ($ in thousands) |
| 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) |
$0 |
| 2005 Gas Tax (TPA) |
$0 |
| Pre-Existing Funds (PEF) |
$2,103 |
| Total |
$2,103 |
|
Federal funds - $1.0 million
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Traffic Engineer:
Harold White , P.E.
WSDOT Traffic Office
2714 N. Mayfair
Spokane, WA 99207
Phone: (509) 324-6550
E-mail: whitehl@wsdot.wa.gov
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