Overview
This project is the first part of a series of projects to reduce congestion, improve safety and add HOV lanes in Pierce County. In this first contract, crews focused on widening, seismic upgrades and ground improvements to prepare for future projects that will ultimately help improve traffic flow on I-5 through Tacoma.
Project series: I-5 SR 16 Tacoma/Pierce County HOV Program
 | Improves Safety
The I-5 bridges at Portland Avenue and Bay Street now meet current earthquake standards.
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 | Relieves Congestion
Traffic cameras and sensors were installed at strategic locations to inform travelers of traffic conditions on electronic signs, highway advisory radio broadcast transmitters, local television stations and the Web.
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 | Protects Environment
Ground improvements were made in preparation for future Puyallup River Bridge piers, including building temporary erosion and sediment control ponds and constructing earth embankments.
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Partnerships & Cooperation
Funding
| Financial Data for PIN 300509N |
| Funding Source |
Amount ($ in thousands) |
| 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) |
$0 |
| 2005 Gas Tax (TPA) |
$304,664 |
| Pre-Existing Funds (PEF) |
$1,130 |
| Total |
$305,794 |
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Contact Us
Neal Uhlmeyer
Project Engineer
360-412-3420
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