Project Facts
- More capacity
- Safer truck turning
- Construction in 2008
This project extends the right-turn lane on the westbound off-ramp and upgrades the turn radius on the north side intersection.
Why is WSDOT
improving this interchange?
Increased traffic volume and large truck usage at this interchange is afffecting traffic movements.
The End Result
The extended right-turn lane provides more capacity for larger vehicles on the westbound off-ramp. This, in-turn, saves time as lleft-turning vehicles are not blocking right-turning traffic. Improving the turning radius on the north intersection provides for improved truck turns.
Project Benefits
Adds traffic capacity at the westbound off ramp and improves safety at the north intersection.
What is the project timeline?
The project was completed in early September, 2008.
Public Involvement
Your thoughts and opinions are important to us. If you have any questions or concerns about this project please contact Al Gilson, WSDOT Public Information Officer or the project engineer listed below.
Environmental Protection
All environmental laws and guidelines are followed through construction of this project.
Please visit the WSDOT Environmental
Services Web site for more information.
Increasing safety is one of our priorities
Both a comprehensive traffic control plan to protect motorists as well as a work zone safety plan to protect construction workers are part of the contract.
Will this project impact tribal resources?
WSDOT seeks to address the concerns of tribal nations using the process outlined in section 106 of The National Historical Preservation Act and the WSDOT Tribal Consultation Policy adopted in 2003 by the Transportation Commission as part of the WSDOT Centennial Accord Plan.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following sources:
ยท 2005 Gas Tax (Partnership funding) - $120,000-150,000
Total Funding Available from all sources - $120,000-150,000.
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Acting Project Engineer, Kate Stewart
WSDOT Project Office
2714 N. Mayfair
Spokane, WA 99207
Phone: (509) 324-6140
E-mail: stewark@wsdot.wa.gov
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