View entire map The orange line shows the 9 miles over the summit of Stevens pass that got the new plastic edge lines.
View entire photo. (Before) The edge lines are ground down and a plastic line then fills the groove.
View entire photo.(Before) A close up of the old fog stripe.
The project installed recessed plastic edge lines to increase safety and improve the life of the edge lines from MP 60.80 to MP 69.40.
Why is WSDOT
installing recessed plastic edge lines?
Painted edge lines (sometimes called fog stripes) were being worn off by snowplows and traffic during the winter season. Wet pavement conditions and temperatures prevent striping crews from re-painting the lines until late spring. These edge lines give drivers directions on the proper lane in which to drive and indicate the edge of the driving lane. When they are worn and hard to see, driving over the Stevens pass summit can become more difficult and potentially dangerous.
The End Result
The edge line now consists of a thicker, recessed edge line that will be more resistant to snow plow blades and traffic.
Project Benefits
This project provides an edge line that will last longer than a painted edge line, enhancing safety over Stevens Pass.
What is the project timeline?
Work began August 1 and was complete August 4, 2011.
Financial Information
Project signage will reflect the cost of construction engineering, project bid award and sales tax.
| Financial Data for PIN 200204N |
| Funding Source |
Amount ($ in thousands) |
| 2003 Gas Tax (Nickel Funding) |
$0 |
| 2005 Gas Tax (TPA) |
$0 |
| Pre-Existing Funds (PEF) |
$319 |
| Total |
$319 |
|
This project was advertised for private contractor bids Oct. 10, 2010. On Nov. 18 two qualified bids were opened. On Nov. 22, Contract #8041 was awarded to Specialized Pavement Marking Inc. for $287,168.00, 25% under the engineering estimate.
The project is funded through the following sources
- Federal Grants - $476,000
How can I get more information?
Contact:
Eric Pierson, Project Engineer
WSDOT North Central Region
P.O. Box 98
Wenatchee, WA 98807
Phone: (509) 667-2870 or toll free (888) 461-8816
Email: piersoe@wsdot.wa.gov
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