http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthCentral/news/ Copyright WSDOT 2006. All rights reserved. Washington State Department of Transportation Tue, 13 May 2008 18:04:34 GMT 15 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Public/images/nav/wsdot2g4.gif http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Regions/SouthCentral/news/ Tue, 13 May 2008 23:21:47 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/US395LaneRestrictedonWednesdayMay14.htm US 395: Right lane restricted Wednesday, May 14 between 7th Street and Kennewick Ave. in Kennewick Tue, 13 May 2008 07:05:32 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/US12_SnakerRiverBridgeInspection.htm US 12: WSDOT crews close lanes on Snake River Bridge for bridge inspection, expect delays near Burbank Tuesday through Friday, May 13-15 Tue, 13 May 2008 06:28:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/12AmtrakCascadesNewbusservice.htm Amtrak Cascades offers new connecting bus service for Everett, Mt. Vernon, and Bellingham communities Tue, 13 May 2008 00:03:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/I90_oneLaneRestrictedEastboundatCleElum.htm I-90: WSDOT restricts one lane eastbound near Cle Elum Tue, 06 May 2008 21:28:45 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/Exploratorywork+beginsonI-90.htm Sun, 04 May 2008 04:18:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/HOTLanesOpening.htm SR 167 HOT Lanes Pilot Project begins tolling operations with Transportatioh Secretary Paula Hammond proclaiming all systems are Good To Go! Sat, 03 May 2008 02:01:24 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/02_TruckParkingSurvey.htm The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) surveyed more than 450 truck drivers and nearly 100 trucking companies to get feedback on truck parking in Washington. Fri, 02 May 2008 00:29:47 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/01_campaign_sign_remind.htm As local and national elections heat up across the state and country, more and more political signs start appearing along Washington roadsides. WSDOT reminds campaigners that it’s illegal to post campaign signs on the state highway right-of-way. Signs (other than those used for traffic control) within the right-of-way are prohibited. Thu, 01 May 2008 07:00:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/05/US12_closednearAlpowaSummit_Thrusday.htm WSDOT Travel Advisory WSDOT and WSP to close US 12 near Alpowa Summit for several hours on Thursday Sat, 26 Apr 2008 03:05:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/25_SnoqualmiePassControlWork.htm It seems spring has finally arrived on I-90 Snoqualmie Pass, and with the warm temperatures forecasted for the weekend, WSDOT Avalanche Specialists will need to conduct avalanche control work on Saturday afternoon. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 04:54:57 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/SR224_laneRestrictionsThursday_Richland.htm SR 224 (Van Giesen) : lane restrictions Thursday will delay traffic at intersection with SR 240 in Richland Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:11:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/WeatherChangesOnMountainPasses.htm Weather forecasters are still predicting heavy snowfall in the mountain passes this weekend, which could make driving a challenge. Lowland drivers could also face freezing temperatures. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:56:06 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/I90_SpringSnowStorms.htm Spring snow storms continue on I-90 Snoqualmie Pass; Drivers should prepare for delays Sat, 12 Apr 2008 01:45:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/SnoqualmiePassControlWork11.htm It may feel like spring in the mountains today, but winter is still lingering around. In the last two weeks, I-90 Snoqualmie Pass has received about five feet of fresh snow, add that to a forecast predicting warm temperatures this weekend, and you get conditions ideal for natural avalanches. Thu, 03 Apr 2008 06:03:53 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/02_stud_tire_remind.htm OLYMPIA – With short and long-term weather forecasts indicating more typical April weather, WSDOT reminds drivers it’s time to remove studded tires. Wed, 02 Apr 2008 01:33:49 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/04/01_WashingtonStateBicycleFacilities.htm OLYMPIA – What do Washington’s communities need when it comes to bicycle and pedestrian transportation? How can the state help to meet those needs? What would encourage people to walk or bicycle more often? Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:38:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/31ValleyMallRoundabouts.htm It seems WSDOT has gone round and round when it comes to public opinion about roundabouts. However, at an open house in Union Gap, the public seemed to be ready to embrace the idea that roundabouts will make driving through this interchange much easier. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 01:20:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/27_stud_tire_extension.htm OLYMPIA – The studded tire deadline is extended through April 5. Sun, 23 Mar 2008 05:35:48 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/22avalanchecontrolwork.htm Drivers heading westbound over I-90 Snoqualmie Pass should expect delays. Sat, 22 Mar 2008 04:42:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/21SR28RockIslandClosure.htm Rock Slope Stabilization across from Rock Island Dam between Wenatchee and Quincy will close SR 28 from Friday night, March 28th through Wednesday morning, April 2nd. Mon, 17 Mar 2008 19:47:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/lanesrestrictedonUS395BlueBridge.htm US 395: WSDOT restricts traffic on Blue Bridge near Pasco during inspection Fri, 14 Mar 2008 23:39:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/14_US12Construction.htm US 12 construction permanently closes a portion of Dell Avenue in Walla Walla Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:19:39 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/I82_exit_ramp_closed.htm I-82: westbound exit ramp into Yakima closed for guardrail repair Thu, 13 Mar 2008 01:44:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/I82lanerestricion.htm I-82: One eastbound lane restricted for guardrail repair near Union Gap On Wednesday, Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:45:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/03/10_wheelopitionsparis.htm "Ohh la la!" That’s what a commuter could be saying if they win the trip for two to Paris, France during this spring’s Wheel Options campaign. When commuters participate in Wheel Options at least twice from March 9 - 22, they will be eligible to win a trip to Paris for two, including airfare, lodging and a Rick Steves' Best of Paris Tour. Anyone who shares the commute to work in the state of Washington may participate. Share your commute by carpool, vanpool, bus or train or do anything other tha Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:12:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/28_WSDOT_QPR.htm The December 31, 2007 edition of the “Gray Notebook” includes annual performance reports for pavement conditions, highway maintenance, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and environmental programs. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:49:56 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/27_work_zone_cameras.htm OLYMPIA – WSDOT will begin a six-month pilot project for the 2008 Construction Season to see how new technology can slow drivers to make work zones safer for workers, drivers and passengers. Wed, 20 Feb 2008 05:25:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/I-182bridgeinspectionPasco.htm WSDOT restricts traffic on I-182 for bridge inspection between Richland and Pasco Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:18:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/15_sr20reopens.htm NEWHALEM - WSDOT crews reopened State Route 20 between Newhalem and Diablo Friday after clearing the final snow slide that had been blocking the highway. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:08:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/021008StevensOpens.htm The third east-west pass over the Cascades that was closed last Friday, US 2 Stevens, finally opened Sunday afternoon. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 07:49:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/10_us2toreopensunday.htm WSDOT crews making progress in the mountains; continue to fight to re-open US 2 Stevens Pass. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 02:31:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/10_US12ReopensSundayMorning.htm CHEHALIS – After 57 hours of extensive snow removal, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews successfully reopened US 12 in the vicinity of White Pass. Sat, 09 Feb 2008 05:17:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/8_1pmmountainpassupdate.htm Blizzard-like conditions have led the Washington State Department of Transportation to close all three of Washington's primary mountain pass highways at this hour. Sat, 09 Feb 2008 02:58:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/8_11ammountainpassupdate.htm US 2 Stevens Pass and US 12 White Pass are closed at this hour. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:04:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/7_mountainpassafternoonupdate.htm Working throughout the day to get roadways safe and open to traffic, WSDOT crews currently have I-90 Snoqualmie Pass and US 2 Stevens Pass open. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 03:14:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/07_heavyovernightstorms.htm After a very short break in the weather, WSDOT is again fighting snow, wind and avalanche dangers in many parts of the state. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 01:47:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/07_US12WhitePassClosed.htm CHEHALIS - The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) closed approximately 50 miles of US 12 early today, February 7, due to snow slides in multiple areas near White Pass. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:41:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/07_snoqualmiereopeninginam.htm WSDOT avalanche control crews worked through the night and plan to open Snoqualmie Pass this morning. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:50:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/06_SnoqualmiePassPM.htm I-90 Snoqualmie Pass may temporarily close for avalanche control; Drivers advised to prepare for possible delays Wed, 06 Feb 2008 21:52:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/06_SnoqualmieWedAM.htm Crews and drivers get a brief respite this morning on I-90 at Snoqualmie Pass with just four inches of snow falling Tuesday night. However, forecasters expect the next round of heavy snow to start this afternoon, with a possible 13 to 19 inches of more snow arriving overnight. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 05:37:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/05_SnoqualmiePassWinterStorm.htm Just as one winter storm moves out another one moves in. Forecasters predict another four feet of snow will fall on Snoqualmie Pass in the next 48 hours, which will bring the total snowfall on Snoqualmie Pass to 34 feet. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 03:40:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/05_DavidMoseley.htm OLYMPIA – Gov. Chris Gregoire, Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen and Rep. Judy Clibborn joined Transportation Secretary Paula Hammond today as she announced David Moseley as the new Washington State Department of Transportation Assistant Secretary for the Ferries Division. Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:48:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/I-90SnoqualmiePassopen.htm WSDOT uses brand new method to bring down avalanches near I-90 Snoqualmie Pass Eastbound traffic opens at 3:21 p.m. Westbound traffic opens at 3:35 p.m. Sun, 03 Feb 2008 07:13:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/02_power_on_snoqualmie.htm OLYMPIA – WSDOT continues monitoring avalanche danger in the Cascades. Sat, 02 Feb 2008 20:30:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/02/2_snoqualmiepassopen.htm Cars, trucks and semis may now cross Snoqualmie Pass on Interstate 90 for the first time since avalanche dangers closed the pass Wednesday afternoon. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 08:27:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/01/28_moresnowandice.htm WSDOT is ready for round two of the January snow and ice. Are you? Snow blanketed most of the state overnight and forecasters anticipate another round of cold weather and snow accumulations Monday night into Tuesday morning. The hardest hit areas include Stevens and Snoqualmie passes and parts of eastern Washington. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 21:51:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/01/28_snowmorningcommute.htm OLYMPIA – Extra WSDOT crews are out all over Washington this morning, preparing roads for the morning commute. As more cars hit the roadway today, WSDOT is asking drivers to slow down and prepare for winter driving conditions. Sat, 26 Jan 2008 03:27:52 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/01/OnelanerestrictedonSR823inSelah.htm WSDOT closes one northbound lane on SR 823 (North Wenas Road) in Selah Drivers should expect delays Monday - Friday Fri, 25 Jan 2008 01:26:49 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/01/TRBAwardsJan08.htm WSDOT won top honors on Jan. 14 at the 87th annual Transportation Research Board meeting in Washington D.C. Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:25:00 GMT http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/News/2008/01/14_BlackIceAndSnowInPugetSound.htm Early morning commuters north of Seattle could wake up to black ice and snow on the roads.