View entire map. This project addresses guardrail on 4 miles of Bray's Rd. located north of Orondo in Douglas Co. and 19 miles of SR 155 in Okanogan Co.
View entire photo. This project installed guardrail along slopes like the one shown above.
Project Facts
- The project installed guardrail on 4 miles of Bray's Rd. and 19 miles of Highway 155.
- Construction was completed in one month, several weeks ahead of schedule.
- This project improves safety along the highway by reducing the severity of run off the road accidents.
Project was completed May 3rd, 2006.
This Preservation, Safety Restoration, project is located on Bray's Rd. in Douglas County and SR 155 in Okanogan County.
Why is WSDOT
upgrading guardrail?
Sections of SR 155 and Bray's Rd. warranted installation of additional guardrail to improve traveler safety.
The End Result
This project reduces the potential for vehicles to run off the roadway and over embankments.
Project Benefits
- Reduced severity of accidents due to a higher level of protection from guardrail.
What is the project timeline?
Construction began April 3rd and was complete on May 3rd, 2006.
Public Involvement
Your thoughts and opinions are important to us. Please contact us with your questions or concerns.
Environmental Protection
WSDOT is committed to protecting the environment, and makes every effort to assess and minimize negative impacts from its projects.
All environmental laws and guidelines were strictly followed. The following are the permits and/or documentation required for is project:
- Nat. Historic Preservation Act - Section 106
- NEPA - National Environmental Policy ACT of 1969
- SEPA - State Environmental Policy Act of 1971
- TESC - Temporary Erosion Control Plan
Please visit the
WSDOT Environmental
Services Web site for more information.
Increasing safety is one of our priorities
Safety for the public and the construction workers is paramount while the work is underway. A comprehensive traffic control plan and a work zone safety plan was implemented to protect travelers and workers.
Will this project impact tribal resources?
This project is located on the Colville Indian Reservation. A cultural resources survey was conducted prior to construction.
WSDOT seeks to address the concerns of the tribal nations using the process outlined in Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and WSDOT Tribal Consultation Policy adopted in 2003 by the Transportation Commission as part of the WSDOT Centennial Accord Plan.
Financial Information
Three bids on this project were opened on December 15th, 2005. On December 19th, contract # 7070 was awarded to Frank Gurney Inc. of Spokane for $437,072.56, 5% under the engineering estimate.
This project is funded through the following sources:
- Pre-Existing Gas Tax - $540,000
- Total funding from all sources - $540,000
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Mike Fleming, Project Engineer
WSDOT North Central Region Project Office
PO Box 98
Wenatchee, WA 98807
Phone: 509-667-2870 or toll free 1-800-461-8816
Email: fleminm@wsdot.wa.gov
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