February 2013
- Construction on Phase 1 - wetlands and stormwater ponds - is complete.
- Construction on Phase 2 is expected to begin in summer 2013.
- The Right-of-Way Acquisition process continues.
Overview
This project widens State Route 502 from two to four lanes from I-5 east into the City of Battle Ground. Median barrier will also be installed to help reduce the severity of collisions along the corridor.
Additionally, crews will construct 10-foot-wide shoulders for pedestrians and bicyclists along both sides of SR 502 for the entire length of the corridor.
Sidewalks and bike lanes will be built in the commercially zoned area near Dollars Corner, located at the intersection of SR 502 and NE 72nd Avenue.
For more information on the associated SR 502 interchange project, please visit: www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/SR502/Interchange
Why is WSDOT
widening State Route 502?
Central Clark County has been growing for decades, bringing more traffic to SR 502 and local roads. SR 502 needs to be wider and safer to support traffic needs and reduce the risk of collisions.
The End Result
Safer, faster trips on SR 502 between I-5 and Battle Ground. SR 502 will be a four-lane highway with median barrier and 10-foot shoulders for bicycle and pedestrian travel. Traffic signals will help drivers more safely access or cross SR 502 at NE 29th, NE 50th, NE 72nd and NE 92nd avenues.
Project Benefits
- Congestion Relief: Improves mobility and provides better access from I-5 to the city of Battle Ground.
- Safety: Adds two additional lanes and controls access onto and off of the highway. Median barrier will help reduce the severity of collisions.
What is the project timeline?
2003: Early design and environmental review began.
2007: Scoping meetings, public involvement, and design work continued.
2008-2009: Federally required environmental analysis.
2009 - 2012: Right-of-Way process and final environmental permitting and design process.
July 2012: Phase 1 construction began.
November 2012: Phase 1 construction complete.
Summer 2013: Phase 2 construction scheduled to begin.
2015: All phases of construction expected to be complete.
Financial Information
Project signage will reflect the cost of construction engineering, project bid award and sales tax.
| Financial Data for PIN 450208W |
| Funding Source |
Amount ($ in thousands) |
| 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) |
$7,763 |
| 2005 Gas Tax (TPA) |
$79,816 |
| Pre-Existing Funds (PEF) |
$200 |
| Total |
$87,779 |
|
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Area Engineer Chris Tams
WSDOT Columbia Gorge Area Project Office
PO Box 1709
Vancouver, WA 98668-1709
Phone: 360-759-1310
E-mail: swGorge@wsdot.wa.gov
or
Abbi Russell
WSDOT Communications
PO Box 1709
Vancouver, WA 98668-1709
Phone: 360-905-2057
E-mail: Russela@wsdot.wa.gov
or access our project feedback form.
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