http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthWest/news/ Copyright WSDOT 2006. All rights reserved. Traveler information and News for Southwest Region of Washington State. Washington State Department of Transportation Tue, 13 May 2008 18:26:07 GMT 15 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Public/images/nav/wsdot2g4.gif http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthWest/news/ Wed, 14 May 2008 00:37:27 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/13_I5NE78thRampClosures.htm VANCOUVER – Motorists can expect closures of the I-5 north and southbound off-ramps at NE 78th Street in Hazel Dell beginning Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The closures are necessary for the safety of motorists and pedestrians during the annual Hazel Dell Parade. Tue, 13 May 2008 23:21:47 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/US395LaneRestrictedonWednesdayMay14.htm US 395: Right lane restricted Wednesday, May 14 between 7th Street and Kennewick Ave. in Kennewick Tue, 13 May 2008 06:28:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/12AmtrakCascadesNewbusservice.htm Amtrak Cascades offers new connecting bus service for Everett, Mt. Vernon, and Bellingham communities Tue, 13 May 2008 00:03:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/I90_oneLaneRestrictedEastboundatCleElum.htm I-90: WSDOT restricts one lane eastbound near Cle Elum Sat, 10 May 2008 04:18:16 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/09_SR503LaneClosures.htm VANCOUVER – Installation of median rumble strips on SR 503 from Brush Prairie (milepost 4.68) to Battle Ground (milepost 8) will begin on Tuesday, May 13, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Sat, 10 May 2008 02:28:15 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/09_I5LaneClosures.htm CHEHALIS – Motorists should expect alternating single lane closures on I-5 north and southbound in Lewis County between Rush Road (mile post 72) and the 13th Street Interchange (mile post 76). Fri, 09 May 2008 01:46:53 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/08_502WideningScopingOpenHouse.htm VANCOUVER - The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) invites the public to a project scoping meeting for the SR 502 widening project. Thu, 08 May 2008 05:08:44 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/07_SpeedLimitRevisiononSR502.htm BATTLE GROUND – Beginning May 7, motorists will notice new speed limit signs denoting a speed limit revision on SR 502 in Battle Ground. Tue, 06 May 2008 21:28:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/Exploratorywork+beginsonI-90.htm Sun, 04 May 2008 04:18:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/HOTLanesOpening.htm SR 167 HOT Lanes Pilot Project begins tolling operations with Transportatioh Secretary Paula Hammond proclaiming all systems are Good To Go! Sat, 03 May 2008 02:01:24 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/02_TruckParkingSurvey.htm The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) surveyed more than 450 truck drivers and nearly 100 trucking companies to get feedback on truck parking in Washington. Fri, 02 May 2008 00:29:47 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/01_campaign_sign_remind.htm As local and national elections heat up across the state and country, more and more political signs start appearing along Washington roadsides. WSDOT reminds campaigners that it’s illegal to post campaign signs on the state highway right-of-way. Signs (other than those used for traffic control) within the right-of-way are prohibited. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 07:00:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/04-28-08_GeeCreekClosuresContinue.htm RIDGEFIELD – The northbound Gee Creek Safety Rest Area on I-5 in Clark County will remain closed until noon on Friday, May 2 due to weather-dependent construction work. The southbound rest area will remain open to travelers. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:15:02 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/28_RushRdLaneClosuresPostponed.htm VANCOUVER – Work that would have resulted in lane closures on I-5 north and southbound in Lewis County between Rush Road (milepost 72) and the 13th Street Interchange (milepost 76) on Monday Night, April 28 has been postponed due to anticipated wet weather. Sat, 26 Apr 2008 03:05:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/25_SnoqualmiePassControlWork.htm It seems spring has finally arrived on I-90 Snoqualmie Pass, and with the warm temperatures forecasted for the weekend, WSDOT Avalanche Specialists will need to conduct avalanche control work on Saturday afternoon. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:01:26 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/23_I5ChehalisSingleLaneClosure.htm CHEHALIS – Motorists should expect alternating single lane closures on I-5 north and southbound in Lewis county between Rush Road (milepost 72) and the 13th Street Interchange (milepost 76). Closures are will take place between 9 p.m. on Monday evening April 28, and 3 a.m. Tuesday morning, April 29. Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:13:22 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/18_CWWideningOpenHouse.htm CAMAS – An opportunity for the public to learn more about the updated design of the SR 14 Camas-Washougal Widening & Interchange Project will take place April 22, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:11:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/WeatherChangesOnMountainPasses.htm Weather forecasters are still predicting heavy snowfall in the mountain passes this weekend, which could make driving a challenge. Lowland drivers could also face freezing temperatures. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:56:06 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/I90_SpringSnowStorms.htm Spring snow storms continue on I-90 Snoqualmie Pass; Drivers should prepare for delays Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:59:16 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/15_GeeCreekRestAreaClosure.htm RIDGEFIELD – The Gee Creek Safety Rest Areas on I-5 in Clark County will be closed alternately between Monday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 30, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Wed, 09 Apr 2008 06:11:47 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/08_SR14OpenHouse.htm CAMAS – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) would like to invite the public to an open house to learn more about the updated design of the SR 14 Camas-Washougal Widening & Interchange Project. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 06:03:53 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/02_stud_tire_remind.htm OLYMPIA – With short and long-term weather forecasts indicating more typical April weather, WSDOT reminds drivers it’s time to remove studded tires. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 05:49:07 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/02_I-5LaneClosureWoodland.htm WOODLAND – Motorists traveling I-5 northbound over the North Fork Lewis River Bridge (milepost 19.87) will encounter right and center lane closures on Thursday night and early Friday morning for bridge maintenance activities, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 05:30:31 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/02_MilestoneReachedonUS97.htm GOLDENDALE – The project replacing the US 97, Biggs Bridge concrete deck has reached the important milestone of completing the pour of the Washington approach span of the bridge, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:33:49 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/01_WashingtonStateBicycleFacilities.htm OLYMPIA – What do Washington’s communities need when it comes to bicycle and pedestrian transportation? How can the state help to meet those needs? What would encourage people to walk or bicycle more often? Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:25:58 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/01_ToutleRestAreaClosures.htm CASTLE ROCK – The Toutle River Safety Rest Areas on I-5 in Cowlitz County will be closed Monday, April 14 through Wednesday, April 16, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Fri, 28 Mar 2008 01:20:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/27_stud_tire_extension.htm OLYMPIA – The studded tire deadline is extended through April 5. Sun, 23 Mar 2008 05:35:48 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/22avalanchecontrolwork.htm Drivers heading westbound over I-90 Snoqualmie Pass should expect delays. Fri, 21 Mar 2008 06:17:26 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/20_SR504_Reopens.htm CASTLE ROCK – Section of State Route 504 (Spirit Lake Highway) from mile post 34 to mile post 43 reopened to traffic Thursday, March 20, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Fri, 14 Mar 2008 04:48:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/13_SR6_Reopens.htm CHEHALIS – Contractor crews will complete repairs and reopen State Route 6 near Pe Ell (milepost 27) to traffic on Sunday, March 16, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Thu, 13 Mar 2008 05:27:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/12_I-5LaneClosedonCowlitzRiverBridge.htm CHEHALIS – Motorists traveling I-5 southbound over the Cowlitz River Bridge (milepost 59.06) will encounter a right lane closure on Saturday and possibly Sunday for bridge inspection activities, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation. Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:45:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/10_wheelopitionsparis.htm "Ohh la la!" That’s what a commuter could be saying if they win the trip for two to Paris, France during this spring’s Wheel Options campaign. When commuters participate in Wheel Options at least twice from March 9 - 22, they will be eligible to win a trip to Paris for two, including airfare, lodging and a Rick Steves' Best of Paris Tour. Anyone who shares the commute to work in the state of Washington may participate. Share your commute by carpool, vanpool, bus or train or do anything other tha Sat, 01 Mar 2008 01:46:48 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/29_LewisCountySpeedRevision.htm CHEHALIS – Beginning the evening of Friday, February 29, the speed limit returned to 60 mph on I-5 near the Rush Road (milepost 72) to 13th Street (milepost 77) work zone, announced the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:12:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/28_WSDOT_QPR.htm The December 31, 2007 edition of the “Gray Notebook” includes annual performance reports for pavement conditions, highway maintenance, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and environmental programs. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:49:56 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/27_work_zone_cameras.htm OLYMPIA – WSDOT will begin a six-month pilot project for the 2008 Construction Season to see how new technology can slow drivers to make work zones safer for workers, drivers and passengers. Sat, 16 Feb 2008 07:50:30 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/15_SR6MP20.6Repairs.htm FRANCES – Contractor crews anticipate repair work to begin at an unstable slope on SR 6, this time near Elk Prairie Road (milepost 20.60), as early as Tuesday, Feb. 19, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). The repair work is scheduled for completion in April 2008. Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:18:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/15_sr20reopens.htm NEWHALEM - WSDOT crews reopened State Route 20 between Newhalem and Diablo Friday after clearing the final snow slide that had been blocking the highway. Thu, 14 Feb 2008 02:57:06 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/13_RightLaneClosureonI-5.htm CHEHALIS – Motorists traveling I-5 southbound in Lewis County over the Cowlitz River Bridge (milepost 59.06) will experience a right lane closure today as crews replace a steel beam underneath the bridge, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 02:35:36 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/12_SR6LiftNighttimeClosures.htm CHEHALIS – State Route 6 near Pe Ell will reopen to traffic during night time hours starting on Wednesday evening, February 13, announces the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:08:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/021008StevensOpens.htm The third east-west pass over the Cascades that was closed last Friday, US 2 Stevens, finally opened Sunday afternoon. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 07:49:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/10_us2toreopensunday.htm WSDOT crews making progress in the mountains; continue to fight to re-open US 2 Stevens Pass. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 02:31:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/10_US12ReopensSundayMorning.htm CHEHALIS – After 57 hours of extensive snow removal, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews successfully reopened US 12 in the vicinity of White Pass. Sat, 09 Feb 2008 05:17:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/8_1pmmountainpassupdate.htm Blizzard-like conditions have led the Washington State Department of Transportation to close all three of Washington's primary mountain pass highways at this hour. Sat, 09 Feb 2008 02:58:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/8_11ammountainpassupdate.htm US 2 Stevens Pass and US 12 White Pass are closed at this hour. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:04:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/7_mountainpassafternoonupdate.htm Working throughout the day to get roadways safe and open to traffic, WSDOT crews currently have I-90 Snoqualmie Pass and US 2 Stevens Pass open. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 03:14:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/07_heavyovernightstorms.htm After a very short break in the weather, WSDOT is again fighting snow, wind and avalanche dangers in many parts of the state. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 01:47:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/07_US12WhitePassClosed.htm CHEHALIS - The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) closed approximately 50 miles of US 12 early today, February 7, due to snow slides in multiple areas near White Pass. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:41:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/07_snoqualmiereopeninginam.htm WSDOT avalanche control crews worked through the night and plan to open Snoqualmie Pass this morning. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:50:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/06_SnoqualmiePassPM.htm I-90 Snoqualmie Pass may temporarily close for avalanche control; Drivers advised to prepare for possible delays Wed, 06 Feb 2008 21:52:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/06_SnoqualmieWedAM.htm Crews and drivers get a brief respite this morning on I-90 at Snoqualmie Pass with just four inches of snow falling Tuesday night. However, forecasters expect the next round of heavy snow to start this afternoon, with a possible 13 to 19 inches of more snow arriving overnight.