Project Title & Location
SR 522 - Snohomish River Bridge to U.S. 2 Widen to 4-Lane Divided Highway, Monroe

Project Description
The project will widen SR 522 to four lanes between the Snohomish River and US 2 in Monroe. The project also builds five bridges for the new roadway, including a 1/3 mile bridge across the Snohomish River.

Contractor/Consultant
Project not yet advertised or awarded.

Recent Progress
Environmental Assessment hearing held on May 8, 2008 and a Value Engineering study was completed on May 16, 2008.  Current estimates for the completing the Preliminary Engineering to a 50% level of design exceed the budget by $5.8 to $7.1 million.  Right of Way acquisiton savings will provide an additional $2.6 million for Preliminary Engineering  and further savings are anticipated from the Value Engineering Study.  Ultimately a Cost Risk Assessment will be conducted in the Fall of 2008 to verify the adequacy of current funding levels.  No additional funding is being requested at this time.   

Design Construction Impacts
Acquisition of right-of-way for flood plain mitigation and stormwater treatment facilities may impact property zoned commercial uses and property that is being used as farmland.

Environmental Impacts / Compliance

Mitigation efforts will include avoidance measures and adherence to state and federal permit requirements.

This project will construct storm water treatment facilities for both water quality and quantity.  Use of temporary erosion control measures during construction will minimize impacts.

Impacts to Traffic
Construction will start in 2009, traffic will experience narrower lanes & shoulders, slower speeds, and some advanced publicized nighttime and weekend closures may occur (detours will be provided.)  All 4 lanes should be open to traffic by summer 2012.

Planned vs. Actual Expenditures
(Total Project Cost)

Nickel funds included in above costs

2005 Transportation Partnership Account