Statewide Construction and Travel Updates
WSDOT/Eastern Region Construction Activity & Possible Delays for June 13-23, 2013
I-90/Westbound US 2 off-ramp (MP 278)
Traffic Impacts: On Sunday, June 16, from about 6 a.m. to as late as noon, the westbound Interstate 90 off-ramp to westbound US 2 & Garden Springs will be reduced to one lane. Drivers should expect possible slow traffic and congestion on this ramp. No mainline freeway impacts and all ramps will be open.
Project description: Overhead sign work.
I-90 Westbound/Near Barker Road (MP 293-294)
Traffic Impacts: On Thursday and Friday, June 20 & 21, from about 7:30 p.m. to as late as 6 a.m. the following morning, westbound Interstate 90 will be reduced to one lane in the vicinity of the Greenacres (Business Route) and Barker Road Interchanges. Drivers should be alert for possible slow traffic and congestion. Also on Monday, June 17, crews will be making cable barrier repairs in this area with shoulder restrictions.
Project description: Overhead sign work.
SR 27/32nd Ave. to Trent Ave. (MP 83-87)
Traffic Impacts: NEW!! Beginning on Monday June 17, drivers should be alert for lane restrictions between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. Pedestrians also should be alert for sidewalk restrictions when ADA ramp work is under construction or curing. Grinding and paving operations will take place during evening and overnight hours.
Project Description: Grind out top layer of roadway and resurface with Hot Mix Asphalt. Construct ADA sidewalk ramps.
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR27/32ndAveToSR290/
SR 291/Division Street to the Stevens County Line (MP 0-11)
Traffic Impacts: Sidewalk, roadway crack-sealing, and utility cover work is on the schedule over the next couple weeks. Drivers should be alert for lane restrictions between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. Pedestrians should be alert for sidewalk restrictions near intersections when ADA ramps are under construction or curing. Grinding and paving work may be underway between Royal Drive and Nine Mile Falls. All major roadwork on this project will be underway during evening and overnight hours. No major daytime restrictions planned.
Project Description: Grind out top layer of roadway and resurface with Hot Mix Asphalt. Construct ADA sidewalk ramps.
Project Website: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr291/divststevenscoline/
North Spokane Corridor/Francis Avenue Bridge and Intersection Improvements
Traffic Impacts: HIGH IMPACT!!! In general, left turn movements at the Market/Francis intersection are not allowed. Access available for all businesses on Francis and Market. At times, Market Street may be reduced to single lane alternating traffic, directed by flaggers, intermittently for some work items. Motorists should also watch for right-turn restrictions. Drivers should expect congestion and long delays near the Francis Avenue and Market Street intersection, especially during the morning and afternoon commute hours. In addition, westbound motorists on Francis should be alert for flaggers directing traffic near the BNSF railway crossing. The flaggers may be in place to make sure westbound vehicles waiting for the traffic signal don’t block the nearby rail tracks. Drivers should be alert for trucks entering the roadway and occasional train traffic that may cause delays. The south shoulder is designated for pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
Project Description: Remove and replace existing Francis Avenue Bridge over the BNSF Railway with longer structure to accommodate new freeway.
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/US395/NorthSpokaneCorridor/NSC_FrancisAveImprovements
North Spokane Corridor/Market Street
Traffic Impacts: On Wednesday and Thursday, June 19 & 20, Drivers on Market Street (near Hawthorne where the NSC crosses overhead) should be alert for flaggers and lane restrictions. No mainline NSC freeway impacts.
Project Description: Market Street shoulder paving.
I-90/Railroad Bridge Deck Repair (MP 270 just west of the Four Lakes/SR 904 Interchange)
Traffic Impacts: HIGH IMPACT!! Eastbound and westbound freeway traffic is reduced to one lane. Beginning on Saturday, June 15 westbound lane will reduced to 12 feet in width until further notice. Beginning on Monday, June 17, the eastbound lane will be reduced to 12 feet until further notice. Drivers should expect slowing traffic and possible congestion. The legal speed limit will be reduced to 60 mph.
Project Description: Repair and resurface the freeway overpass bridge decks.
I-90/Sunset Hill Pavement Rehab (MP 275-280)
Traffic Impacts: Between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. drivers should be alert for eastbound and/or westbound lane restrictions for lane stripe installation, shoulder work and pavement repair. When work is underway, the legal speed limit will be reduced to 60 mph. Motorists should pay very close attention to speed limit signs as they will change daily depending on the location of the work zone.
Project Description: Final items remaining in this pavement rehabilitation project.
Project website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/I90/GeigerToSpokaneViaductRehab/
I-90/Latah Creek to Division-Illumination Rebuild (MP 279-281)
I-90/Division Street to Liberty Park (MP 281-282)
Traffic Impacts: HIGH IMPACT!! Through Saturday, June 15 the inside lane on eastbound and westbound I-90, between Sherman and Hamilton, will be closed for barrier illumination support base and pole installation. During this work, I-90 will be reduced to two through lanes. Drivers should be alert for slow traffic and possible congestion, especially during commute hours. In addition, some shoulder restrictions may be in place.
Project Description: Replace conduit, poles, wiring, and light fixtures including installation luminaires on I-90 from Latah Creek to the Hamilton Interchange.
US 195/Cheney-Spokane Road Interchange (MP 94)
Traffic Impacts: HIGH IMPACT!! Drivers should be alert for trucks crossing the highway during evening and overnight hours. In general, northbound US 195 is reduced to one through lane in the vicinity of Cheney-Spokane Road. Northbound drivers need to use Qualchan Road to access Cheney-Spokane Road. Northbound drivers should be alert for possible congestion and slowing traffic. The southbound off ramp to Cheney-Spokane Road is now closed so drivers will need to be alert for southbound highway traffic slowing to make right turns into Cheney-Spokane Road. This is a long-term construction configuration. The US 195/Inland Empire Way intersection is now closed. Inland Empire Way traffic is directed to the Thorpe Road intersection. This is a permanent closure to accommodate the new northbound Cheney-Spokane Road northbound on ramp. Special note for bikes: Bicycle riders need to use extreme caution on this section of US 195 as there is limited or no shoulder and be alert for equipment adjacent to the roadway, turning truck traffic, and other construction-related activities and may wish to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. Area residents need to be aware of night work on this project. Residents can call 324-6250 for noise-related information.
Project Description: Construct new full interchange.
Project Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/US195/CheneySpokaneIC/
US 2 @ Spotted Road (MP 281)
I-90 @ Geiger Blvd. (MP 275), Division (MP 281), Custer (MP 284, and University (MP 288)/Variable Message Signs
Traffic Impacts: HIGH IMPACT!! On Monday, June 17th, beginning at 10 p.m. until as late as 5 a.m. the following morning, eastbound I-90 will be reduced to one through lane in the vicinity of Havana Street.Drivers should expect slow traffic, congestion, and possible delays. Also, intermittent shoulder restrictions during daytime working hours at sign locations.
Project Description: Replace 5 existing electronic signs and construct sign bridge across freeway near University Rd.
Project Website: Coming soon.
Spokane County
SR 206/Holman Rd. to Mt. Carlton Rd. (MP 8.75-10)
Traffic Impacts: NEW!! Possible intermittent delays up to 10 minutes with flaggers directing single lane traffic at work location.
Project Description: Utility company work adjacent to highway.
Spokane and Stevens Counties
US 395/Spokane area to Kettle Falls (MP 172-240)
Traffic Impacts: Slow traffic behind moving operation with up to 15 minute delays.
Project Description: Installation of recessed, reflective traffic markers.
Ferry/Lincoln Counties
SR 21/Keller Ferry (MP 106)
General Status: The ferry operates from 6am until midnight, seven days per week. For route status, dial 5-1-1 (in Washington State) or 206-464-6400 and follow the prompts for ferry information. Keller Ferry information is option 6 (or say “Keller Ferry”) when you reach the main Washington State Ferries menu. A replacement vessel for the route is under construction.
Construction Alert: Service on this route will be temporarily suspended from Monday, July 8 until Wednesday, August 14, for terminal construction.
Replacement Vessel Website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR21/KellerFerry/
Pend Oreille County
SR 20/Republic to Sherman Pass vicinity (MP 312-330)
Traffic Impacts: Possible intermittent delays up to 10 minutes with flaggers directing single lane traffic at work location.
Project Description: Utility company work adjacent to highway.
Spokane & Whitman Counties
SR 27/Palouse to Garfield vicinity (MP 15-26)
SR 271/Oakesdale to Rosalia (MP 0-9)
SR 272/Colfax to Palouse (MP 0-19)
SR 274/Tekoa to Idaho Line (0-2)
Traffic Impacts: Intermittent single lane traffic directed by flaggers and/or pilot cars with some delays at various locations.
Project Description: Signage and/or guardrail work at multiple locations.
Project website: www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/EasternRegion/2012Safety/
Adams/Lincoln/Spokane and Whitman Counties
Eastern Region Chip Seal (Multiple Highway Sections as noted below)
Traffic Impacts: Work is underway is some area. See below for work on specific sections.
NOTE: Extremely hot or wet weather will affect these projects. Work may be underway in the highway sections listed below. During operations, motorists should expect delays with flaggers and pilot cars directing single-lane traffic. Advisory speed limits are in place during chip sealing due to loose gravel. Approximate items of work are noted below in the section list. The schedule of work can be very flexible and is subject to possible changes due to hot or wet weather and contractor scheduling.
Project Description: A layer of asphalt oil and gravel (known as “chips”) is applied to the roadway surface. This seals the highway from water seepage that can cause cracking and damage the underlying support layers. “Fog Seal” is a layer of asphalt oil applied to the surface following the chip seal. Over 155 miles of highway will be treated this season.
Work may be underway as noted on the following highway sections on various days within this period.
SR 23/Steptoe to Sprague (MP 0-44)
SR 23/Sprague to Lord’s Creek (MP 44-54)-
SR 231/Sprague to US 2 @ Reardan (MP 0-28)-
SR 231/Reardan to Fisher Road (MP 31-40)-Pavement repair and pre-level paving
SR 902/Interstate 90 to Lakeland Village (MP 0-4)
SR 904/Tyler to Cheney (MP 0-9)-Crack sealing
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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
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WSDOT/Eastern Region Public Affairs
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