Project Facts
- The project will add an approximately seven-mile lane between Auburn and Sumner.
- Nearly six hours of delays are experienced each day along SR 167.
- The project is part of the SR 167 HOV Lane Extension, which includes completing the HOV system on SR 167 from I-405 to SR 410.
September 2008
- We are currently conducting an environmental analysis to document the effects of the proposed improvements on the surrounding areas.
- Learn about other projects on SR 167.
- Send us your comments.
Crews will widen SR 167 and add a new southbound HOT lane from S. 277th St. in Kent to 8th St. E. in Pierce County. This additional capacity will relieve congestion and improve safety for commuters heading south on SR 167.
The project will include a number of other improvements:
- Ramp meters at the southbound on-ramps at 15th St. SW, Ellingson Road and 8th St. E.
- Bridge work at SR 18
- Intersection improvements at the southbound off-ramps at Ellingson Road and 8th St. E.
Why is WSDOT
building this project?
The project will provide congestion relief for commuters in the southbound direction, particularly in the afternoon rush hour.
The End Result
This project will extend the southbound HOT lane from south of 37th St. NW to 8th St. E. in Pierce County.
The project will provide congestion relief for commuters and freight carriers, improve safety, and provide commuter options. When it opens, the project will also maintain fast, toll-free trips for HOV users (transit, vanpools, carpools, and motorcycles).
Project Benefits
Safety: Safety features include updated elements such as new guardrail, pavement striping, and drainage improvements.
Congestion relief: Extending the HOT lane further south will ease congestion and provide a smoother commute for drivers. It will be especially helpful for southbound commuters heading home during the evening commute.
Environmental Benefits: The project will add stormwater facilities to manage stormwater runoff. These improvements will improve surrounding area streams and wetlands that receive stormwater from the SR 167 roadway.
Wetland mitigation will likely be a part of this project. WSDOT will construct new and/or enhanced wetlands which will improve habitat for wildlife and vegetation.
What is the project timeline?
- Fall 2006 - The project’s environmental document is being prepared to assess the impacts and benefits of the proposed improvements.
- Fall 2008 - Environmental documentation complete.
- Summer 2009 - Acquire right of way.
- Winter 2012 - Advertise for contractors to submit bids for work.
- Spring 2013 - Construction begins.
- Winter 2015 - Project operationally complete.
Public Involvement
Your thoughts and opinions are important to us. Please contact design Project Engineer Jonathon Harris for questions about this project.
Environmental Protection
The project will add stormwater facilities to manage stormwater runoff. These improvements will improve surrounding area streams and wetlands that receive stormwater from the SR 167 roadway.
Please visit the WSDOT Environmental
Services Web site for more information.
Increasing safety is one of our priorities
Safety features include updated elements such as new guardrail, pavement striping, and drainage improvements.
Will this project impact tribal resources?
This project may impact tribal resources mainly in the form of stormwater that leaves the SR 167 facility and flows into surrounding ditches and streams. Such impacts will be documented within the project’s environmental document and mitigated as part of the project’s design and construction.
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.
Financial Information
The project is currently estimated to cost: $85 Million.
This project is funded through the following sources:
• 2005 Transportation Partnership Funding Package -$80 Million
• 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) - $1.52 million
• Total Funding Available from all sources - $81.52 Million
Not funded - $3.48 Million
See our project information sheet (pdf 398 kb) for further information on project cost and funding.
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Jonathon Harris, Project Engineer
WSDOT Urban Planning Office
401 2nd Ave South
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-716-1116
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