Overview
The I-5 Fairhaven to Slater Master Plan (pdf 8.7 mb) analyzed current and future traffic conditions on I-5 and maderecommendations for improvements to the interstate, including interchanges and connected local roads, from Fairhaven Parkway (exit 250) to Slater Road (exit 260) in Whatcom County. The plan includes a list of short- and long-term improvements to address safety problems, help relieve congestion and increase freight mobility through the year 2035. Improvements will be implemented as funding becomes available. We have $14 million currently earmarked to design and build projects identified within the Master Plan.
 | Improves Safety
The Master Plan will identify and prioritize improvements to I-5 and the on- and off-ramps from Fairhaven Parkway to Slater Road. Improving this stretch of I-5 will enhance safety and truck mobility by providing more room for vehicles to gain speed or slow down when entering and exiting I-5.
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 | Relieves Congestion
The Master Plan will identify improvements that respond to growth and economic development in this area of Whatcom County. Improving I-5 and the on- and off-ramps will allow this stretch of interstate to carry more people, freight and vehicles efficiently as the region continues to grow.
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 | Protects Environment
While reconstructing on- and off-ramps, WSDOT upgrades culverts and ditches to help minimize erosion during large storms. WSDOT builds stormwater treatment facilities to filter contaminants out of highway stormwater.
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Partnerships & Cooperation
In spring 2006, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) asked WSDOT to develop a Master Plan that would analyze the current and future interstate system and recommend a comprehensive strategy for making I-5 improvements from Fairhaven Parkway to Slater Road.The Master Plan was developed with input from local public agencies and the community.
Funding
This project is funded through the following sources:
- 2005 Gas Tax (Transportation Partnership Account Funding) - $1,000,000
- 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) - $875,000
- Total Funding Available From All Sources - $1,875,000
Contact Us
Project Manager, Tom Stacey
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98223
Phone: 360.757.5981
Email: StaceyT@wsdot.wa.gov
Communications, Dustin Terpening
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98223
Phone: 360.757.5997
Email: TerpeniD@wsdot.wa.gov
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