View entire map A 2-1/2 mile long passing lane will be built between Turtle Rock Road on US 2/97 at MP 133.58 and Whitebird Place at MP 136.09, between Lincoln Rock State Park and Orondo, on the East Bank of the Columbia River in Douglas County
View entire photo The passing lane will begin here at Turtle Rock Road.
View entire photo The passing lane will end at Whitebird Place.
View entire photo The passing lane will be added to the west side of the current roadway for southbound drivers.
This safety project constructs a passing lane on US 2/97 from MP 133.58 to MP 136.09 in western Douglas County.
Why is WSDOT
constructing a passing lane on US 2/97?
There have been numerous passing related collisions along this corridor due to limited passing opportunities. This project will provide a new and safer place to pass.
The End Result
A safer and more efficient roadway. This Project will reduce the risk of head on collisions by providing additional passing opportunities.
Project Benefits
- Creates a safe passing opportunity for motorists
- Reduction in crossover accidents in this corridor.
- Increased mobility in the corridor.
What is the project timeline?
Construction started June 8 and should take 70 working days - approximately 3-1/2 months to complete (by October).
Financial Information
This project was advertised for private contractor bids on March 23rd, 2009, renamed the Baker Flats to Orondo Paving and Passing Lane project. Two qualified bids were opened on April 30. On May 4 contract #7718 was awarded to Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. for $3,546,628.13, 31-1/2% below the engineering estimate.
This project is funded through the following sources:
- Transportation Partnership Account (TPA) - $3.36 million
- Total funding from all sources - $3.36 million
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Bob Romine , Project Engineer
WSDOT-North Central Region
P.O. Box 98
Wenatchee, WA 98807
Phone (509) 667-2880 or Toll Free (888) 467-8816
Email: rominer@wsdot.wa.gov
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