May 2012
- We advertised this project to contractors in March and will select the lowest qualified bidder this month.
- Construction will begin in August.
Project overview
We will repave three miles of Mount Baker Highway east of Glacier between Fossil Creek and Wells Creek Road (mileposts 38-42).
Why is WSDOT
repaving Mount Baker Highway?
Repaving the highway preserves our valuable infrastructure and also creates a smoother roadway.
The End Result
Along with repaving, we also will upgrade a number of the safety features along the highway like striping, reflectors, markers, signs and guardrail. This stretch of highway gets hit pretty hard during the winter months with snow, plowing, sanding and other winter road maintenance activities. The effort it takes to keep this road open during the winter takes a toll on the highway. A fresh layer of asphalt and new striping and reflectors will help rejuvenate this stretch of road.
Project Benefits
- Smoother highway
- Brighter lane lines
- Brighter reflectors and markers
- Updated road safety features like guardrail
What is the project timeline?
- March 2012: Advertise project to contractors
- April 2012: Award project to contractor
- Aug. 2012: Build the project
Financial Information
| Financial Data for PIN 154238B |
| Funding Source |
Amount ($ in thousands) |
| 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) |
$0 |
| 2005 Gas Tax (TPA) |
$0 |
| Pre-Existing Funds (PEF) |
$1,890 |
| Total |
$1,890 |
|
- Total funding: $1.9 million (existing funds)
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Project Engineer, Chris Damitio
460 Stuart Road,
Bellingham, WA 98226
360-788-7403
Chris.damitio@wsdot.wa.gov
Communications, Dustin Terpening
1043 Goldenrod Road, Suite 101
Burlington, WA 98233
360-757-5997
Dustin.terpening@wsdot.wa.gov
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