Project Title & Location
US 97 - Satus Creek Bridge - Bridge Replacement

Project Description
This project will replace the Satus Creek Bridge on US 97 south of Toppenish with a new, wider bridge that meets current design standards. Replacing the bridge and realigning this stretch of roadway will improve safety and reduce collisions.

Contractor/Consultant
Project not yet advertised or awarded.

Recent Progress
This project has been put on hold until decisions are made as to how to proceed with the cultural issues. 
Rights of entries have not been obtained to proceed with drilling for the design work needed for the proposed bridge.

Design Construction Impacts
A land ownership dispute in the area of the project has delayed the start of the cultural report. This report is key to the delivery of this project. Several milestones may be delayed.
The previous design concept has been eliminated due to a land dispute and cultural issues. The current design concept proposes moving the existing alignment toward a large steep hillside and constructing a new bridge north of the existing bridge. This option would improve safety by increasing the roadway width and sight distance, but may require additional funding beyond the current budget.
Another design concept under consideration would construct a detour bridge and replace the existing bridge at its current location. This would improve safety by increasing the roadway width, but would only provide minimal improvements to sight distance. The current $10.4 million budget would likely cover this concept.

Environmental Impacts / Compliance
Cultural and habitat impacts are likely.

Impacts to Traffic
A detour bridge is planned be used.

Planned vs. Actual Expenditures
(Total Project Cost)

Nickel funds included in above costs

2005 Transportation Partnership Account