View entire map The trail connection will pass under US 2/97 at the east end of the Odabashian Bridge at MP 120 in Douglas County.
View entire photo The new trail connection will split north under the roadway, from the existing trail that goes over the bridge.
View entire photo The new trail will run under the east end of the Odabashian Bridge.
View entire photo The trail will extend from the bridge north to 37th Street.
Project Facts
- It will provide a safe connection from the Apple Capital Loop Trail to the local road system,north of the Odabashian Bridge on the east side.
- It will be paid for with pre existing gas tax funds.
- Construction is expected to be complete by Thanksgiving.
Fall 2008
This project's date to be advertised for private contractor bids has been delayed to January 20, 2009 due to funding.
A related project on the west end of the bridge-
US 2 - Wenatchee - Pedestrian and Bike Trail Connection- is now under construction and should be complete by Thanksgiving.
These projects will make significant improvements to the safety and accessibility of the area's trail system.
This project will create a connection from the Apple Capital Loop Trail at the east end of the Odabashian bridge to the local road system north of the Bridge.
Why is WSDOT
constructing this trail connection?
There is no safe access from the Apple Capitol Loop Trail and the north side of the east end of the Odabashian bridge.
The End Result
A safe route for pedestrians and bicyclists, under US 2/97 at the east end of the Odabashian Bridge to access trails, paths and roads to the north.
Project Benefits
Improves safety through the separation of bicyclists / pedestrians and vehicles.
Provides a traffic separated connection between the local street system north of US 2 and the Apple Capital Loop Trail, encouraging non-motorized commuting.
What is the project timeline?
This project's date to be advertised for private contractor bids has been delayed until January 20, 2009, due to funding.
Public Involvement
Your thoughts and opinions are important to us. If you have questions or concerns about this project please contact the Project Engineering Office listed below.
Environmental Protection
The appropriate environmental documentation will be completed to address potential environmental issues for the project. As preliminary designs are refined, environmental issues will be evaluated and appropriate mitigation developed. WSDOT is committed to protecting the environment, and makes every effort to assess and minimize negative impacts from highway improvement projects.
Please visit the
WSDOT Environmental
Services Web site for more information.
Increasing safety is one of our priorities
In addition to the increased safety for bicyclists and pedestrians using the ACLT, the project will include a comprehensive traffic and work zone safety plan when construction is underway.
Will this project impact tribal resources?
Close communication with the tribal nations will continue throughout the project planning now, and as it is constructed. WSDOT seeks to address the concerns of 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.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following sources:
- Pre-Existing Gas Tax - $419,000
- Total funding from all sources - $419,000
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Kevin Waligorski, Project Engineer
WSDOT North Central Region
P.O. Box 98
Wenatchee, WA 98807
Phone: (509) 667-2860 or toll free (888) 461-8816
Email: waligok@wsdot.wa.gov
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