Overview
We will build a noise wall in front of the West View Elementary School along Interstate 5 in Burlington.
Why is WSDOT
building a noise wall along I-5 in Burlington?
The original construction of I-5 did not consider noise impacts at the time that it was built, so locations along the I-5 corridor are ranked by priority on a statewide retrofit list.
Since 1976, WSDOT has been required to take noise levels into consideration during design of highway projects.
Highways built prior to 1976 can qualify for noise reduction projects. Currently 72 sites have been identified and ranked, including the West View Elementary School. Walls are built according to rank, as funds are available.
We use a cost/benefit calculation that includes:
- Noise level before and after reduction.
- Number of sensitive receivers, including residents and residential equivalents, like churches and schools, built prior to May 14, 1976.
- Preliminary cost estimates.
Noise walls are being designed and constructed to improve the noise environment both for residents and for outdoor enthusiasts. Everyday activities like walking, working in the yard or leaving a window open at night will become more enjoyable.
The End Result
Installing a noise wall along this busy corridor will noticeably reduce noise from I-5 for the school and outdoor area behind the wall.
Project Benefits
- Noise Reduction - This project will noticeably reduce freeway noise in school rooms and outdoor areas behind the wall.
What is the project timeline?
- Oct. 13, 2008 - advertise project to contractors
- Dec. 8, 2008 - awarded project to Interwest Construction Inc. of Burlington, WA
- June 2009 - start construction after school gets out.
- Summer 2009 - finish construction before school resumes.
Financial Information
This project is funded through the following fund sources:
- Existing Funds - $1.9 million
- Total Funding Available From All Sources - $1.9 million
The information shown reflects the current proposed project budget and schedule. The 2009 Legislature may consider changes to the transportation budget that may include adjustments to some project budgets and schedules.
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Communications Dustin Terpening
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98233-3415
Phone: 360-757-5997
E-mail: terpenid@wsdot.wa.gov
or
Project Engineer Mark Hammer
1415 Pacific Drive
Burlington, WA 98233
Phone: 360-757-5832
E-mail: hammerm@wsdot.wa.gov
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