Statewide Construction and Travel Updates
WSDOT Construction Activity & Possible Delays for January 28-February 7, 2010
North Spokane Corridor/US 2 to Wandermere-Lanes and Bridges
Traffic Impacts: Blasting work continues with preparation then possibly two shots per week on weekdays. During blasting operations, for safety and possible debris cleanup, US 395 traffic will be stopped for around 15 minutes between Wandermere Road and the Little Spokane River Bridge. Traffic on Mill Road and Dartford Drive may also be stopped. Drivers should expect delays following each blast while built-up traffic clears. Subsequent blasts will occur once or twice per week over the next month or so. The exact time of each blast can be variable throughout the day. Blasting is not done during snow storms. In general, Wandermere Road is closed from US 395/Division Street to approximately 50 feet south of the Wandermere Estates and Golf Course entrance through March 1st, 2010. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes via Hastings Road to Mill Road then Dartford Drive or Wandermere Road off of the Hatch Road interchange, to access the golf course or residences in this area. US 395 is open with no travel lane restrictions other than the blasting noted above.
Project Description: Construct twin bridges connecting the North Spokane Corridor to existing US 395 at Wandermere. Also, grading, asphalt base, and final concrete surface of new freeway.
Corridor Website: http://www.nscfreeway.com/
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/US395/NorthSpokaneCorridor/US2_Wand_Low
North Spokane Corridor/US 2 Lowering and Bridges
Traffic Impacts: Major items of work have been suspended for winter, however the construction lane configuration remains in place. Southbound US 2 is still reduced to one lane. The legal speed limit on US 2 from the Farwell Road vicinity to the SR 206 vicinity remains 45 mph and reminder signs are in place. Southbound wide loads over 10 feet wide must use the signed detour via Market Street to Farwell Rd. Southbound motorists should expect congestion. Parksmith Dr. is currently closed to traffic. Sidewalks on Farwell near the NSC bridges are closed near the pedestrian bridge construction.
Project Description: Excavate US 2 grade to pass under the new freeway alignment. Construct new culvert under US 2 for Deadman Creek. Build six new bridges for US 2/NSC Interchange.
Corridor Website: http://www.nscfreeway.com/
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/US395/NorthSpokaneCorridor/US2_Wand_Low
No projects with traffic impacts.
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Contact: Al Gilson, Public Information Officer (509)324-6000
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Because of the nature of highway construction, work schedules may change without notice affecting traffic patterns, congestion, and delays.
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Washington road condition reports including Mountain Pass conditions are also available by calling Travel Information at 5-1-1.
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The City of Spokane has current street construction listed on their website.
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- Expect delays and congestion in and near construction zones and alternate routes. Please be patient. Leave early for work or other appointments.
- Obey all traffic signs, flagging personnel
- Watch for traffic slowdowns and brake lights farther ahead, especially on high-speed highways such as I-90. Leave plenty of room between you and the vehicle in front. Rear end collisions are the most common type of accidents in work zones.
- Safety for construction workers, motorists, and pedestrians is our number one concern. It is extremely important to be alert for flaggers and construction workers.
- Please drive cautiously and watch for changes in road surface conditions.
- Please slow down. Remember, traffic fines are double in work zones.
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Remember, please slow down in construction work zones and watch for signs
and instructions from traffic flagging personnel. "A split-second of inattention
on your part can result in the serious injury or death of a highway worker."
Washington State Department of Transportation/Eastern Region
2714 N. Mayfair St.
Spokane, WA 99207
509.324.6000
This page maintained by Al Gilson
WSDOT/Eastern Region Public Affairs
509.324.6015