November 2009
- We are in the process of designing this project.
- If you have questions or comments about the project, please feel free to contact Project Engineer Chris Damitio - contact information at bottom of page.
Overview
We will improve the I-5, D Street interchange in Blaine. We will build two roundabouts, one at each on-/off-ramp intersection, to improve safety and relieve congestion. We will also make modifications to I-5 itself, near the interchange, to help slow drivers down as they approach the border.
Why is WSDOT
modifying I-5 and the D Street interchange?
The General Service Administration is rebuilding the I-5, Peace Arch Border crossing and making some modifications to I-5. They're improving and expanding the U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities. As a result, we will improve the I-5, D Street interchange to match the changes GSA is making.
The End Result
Improvements to I-5 and the interchange will help with traffic flow and inspections at the border crossing, while meeting current highway safety standards.
Project Benefits
This project will provide a safer entrance to and from the Peace Arch border crossing and works in conjunction with a federal construction project to increase border security.
What is the project timeline?
- 2009, April 22 - open house from 6-8 p.m. at Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street.
- 2009, April 29 - open house starts at 6 p.m. and access hearing starts at 7 p.m. at Blaine Senior Center, 763 G Street.
- 2010, spring - start construction.
- 2010, fall - finish construction.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following fund sources:
- Other funds - $13.2 million Federal funding
- Total funding available from all sources - $13.2 million
How can I get more information?
Contact:
WSDOT Project Engineer Chris Damitio
460 Stuart Road
Bellingham, WA 98226
Phone: 360-788-7400
E-mail: damitic@wsdot.wa.gov
WSDOT Communications Dustin Terpening
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone: 360-757-5997
E-mail: TerpeniD@wsdot.wa.gov
If you have questions or concerns about current construction at the I-5, Peace Arch border crossing, please contact Ross Buffington with GSA.
GSA Communications Specialist Ross Buffington
GSA project Web page
Phone 253-931-7085
E-mail: ross.buffington@gsa.gov
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