Project Title & Location
SR 17/Moses Lake to Ephrata-Widening

Project Description
The project consists of studying the proposed widening of both SR 17 (MP 56.67 to MP 67.73) and SR 282 (MP 0.00 to MP 4.92) from its current two lanes to four lanes. An environmental document will be created, including conducting sufficient design to facilitate analysis, evaluating design alternatives where necessary, and conducting public involvement.

Contractor/Consultant
Project not yet advertised or awarded.

Recent Progress

The scope of work was signed in August 15, 2006 with the consulting firm of David Evans Associates.  The stakeholder's interviews took place in November 2006.  The Consultant and WSDOT Team are preparing for the first of three open houses.  The first one will be held in January in Ephrata and Moses Lake.

Design Construction Impacts

Currently, the construction phase is not funded.  Construction impacts from a two lane highway to a four lane highway will be evaluated in the study and design of this project, from right of way impacts to environmental impacts.

Environmental Impacts / Compliance

This study is to evaluate the environmental impacts, including but not limited to: air quality, water quality, noise, wildlife, fish, vegetation, wetlands, hazardous materials, land use, historic, cultural, and archeological resources.

Impacts to Traffic

No impacts to traffic at this time.

Planned vs. Actual Expenditures
(Total Project Cost)

Nickel funds included in above costs

2005 Transportation Partnership Account