View entire map This project is located from MP 142.40 to MP 146.37 on US 2, 3-1/2 to 7-1/2 miles east of Orondo in Douglas County.
View entire photo This slope at MP 142.40 is one of three that was cut back.
Project Complete August 2009
Construction began April 6, 2009 and was complete August 3, almost a month ahead of schedule.
This Preservation Program project stabilized six different rock slopes above US 2, between Orondo and Waterville in Pine Canyon.
Why is WSDOT
stabilizing these slopes?
This project will reduce the number of rocks rolling onto the roadway, creating driving hazards.
Stabilization techniques recommended by WSDOT's Geotechnical branch for this project include cutting back the slopes to a flatter angle, removing debris, scaling rocks from the slopes, installing rock bolts and steel cable netting.
The End Result
This project improves safety by reducing the potential for falling rocks to create a hazard on the roadway.
Project Benefits
- Safety - Increasing the stability of these rock slopes provides safer driving conditions on US 2.
What is the project timeline?
Construction began April 6th and was complete August 3, 2009.
Financial Information
This project was advertised for private contractor bids January 26th, 2009. Five qualified bids were opened on February 26th. On March 2nd, constract #7675 was awarded to HI TECH Rockfall Construction, Inc. for $1,096,250.00, 45% under the engineering estimate.
The project is funded through the following sources:
- Pre-Existing Gas Tax - $1.6 million
- Total funding from all sources - $1.6 million
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Eric Pierson, Project Engineer
WSDOT North Central Region
P.O. Box 98
Wenatchee, WA 98807
Phone: (509) 667-2870 or toll free (888) 461-8816
Email: piersoe@wsdot.wa.gov
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