http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/ Copyright WSDOT 2008. All rights reserved. bertraj@wsdot.wa.gov (Jeremy Bertrand) Washington State Department of Transportation Fri, 24 May 2013 03:49:39 GMT 15 http://wsdot.gov/Public/images/nav/wsdot2g4.gif http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/ Tue, 03 May 2011 01:15:37 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/SR520PCPCastingBasin.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/SR520PCPCastingBasin.htm ABERDEEN – Today crews started excavating more than a quarter-million cubic yards of dirt for a casting basin here – a crucial step for building concrete pontoons to replace the aging and vulnerable State Route 520 floating bridge in the Seattle area. Sat, 30 Apr 2011 04:25:13 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/29_SR500StJohns_Award.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/29_SR500StJohns_Award.htm VANCOUVER –A long-awaited freeway-style interchange designed to ease congestion and improve safety at State Route 500 and St. Johns Boulevard took an important step forward today. Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:10:23 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/29NewSR520TollSystemPutToTest.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/29NewSR520TollSystemPutToTest.htm Testing starts today on the all-electronic SR 520 toll system. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will spend at least the next six weeks confirming that the system can process tens of thousands of daily transactions and track revenue that will provide $1 billion in funding to replace the State Route 520 bridge. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 02:33:35 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/27SR150SpeedLimitChange.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/27SR150SpeedLimitChange.htm The speed limit at the west entrance to Chelan on SR 150 goes down to 25 mph for an extra quarter-mile on Monday Thu, 28 Apr 2011 01:14:00 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/27_Rumble548.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/27_Rumble548.htm Starting Monday May 2, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will install five miles of rumble strips near Ferndale on State Route 548 between Vista Drive and Kickerville Road to help keep drivers on the road. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 04:47:46 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/25_SR520_EastsideDemolition.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/25_SR520_EastsideDemolition.htm BELLEVUE – Demolition crews tore down a half-century-old toll administration building on State Route 520 today, removing the last relic of cash toll collections on this highway and launching three years of major construction on the Eastside. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 04:36:05 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/25_sr546badgerroundabouts.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/25_sr546badgerroundabouts.htm While they’re still not the norm, roundabouts are increasing in number across the state because they make travel safer. Two more roundabouts are planned for busy intersections along Badger Road (State Route 546) in Lynden. Sat, 23 Apr 2011 04:08:32 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/22_2011lakeeastondelays.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/22_2011lakeeastondelays.htm For the next five weeks drivers traveling over I-90 between Easton and Cle Elum will experience delays associated with traffic restrictions. Sat, 23 Apr 2011 00:54:20 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/22_studdedtiresoffApril25.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/22_studdedtiresoffApril25.htm Drivers should remove studded tires by the end of the day Monday, April 25, or risk a fine from law enforcement. Sat, 23 Apr 2011 00:46:33 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/22_SR516RumblestripsInstallation.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/22_SR516RumblestripsInstallation.htm KENT – Have you ever seen a car or truck drift off the highway then suddenly and dangerously correct itself? It’s a serious hazard that soon should become less common on State Route 516. Thu, 21 Apr 2011 06:19:08 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/AviationEmergencyServices.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/AviationEmergencyServices.htm The goal is to provide a seamless, coordinated emergency response. To do that, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) combined its Aviation Emergency Services with its Office of Emergency Management. Wed, 20 Apr 2011 01:06:02 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/19_2011ConstructionKickoff.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/19_2011ConstructionKickoff.htm The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) officially kicked off the 2011 construction season in Lynnwood today at the site of the $33 million Interstate 5 braided-ramp project. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 22:12:53 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/19_SR14OpenHouse.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/19_SR14OpenHouse.htm CAMAS – Construction begins this summer on a Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) project to widen State Route 14 and eliminate two of the three remaining highway traffic signals between Vancouver and Bingen. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 03:34:26 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_I-5BJGMTrafficShift.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_I-5BJGMTrafficShift.htm CENTRALIA – New lanes and a wider Interstate 5 are just ahead for people traveling or commuting between Centralia and Grand Mound. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 01:54:00 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_us195collisionanalysis.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_us195collisionanalysis.htm There's still time to share your comments about the US 195 corridor between Spangle and Idaho Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:15:27 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_2011StripingSeasonBegins.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_2011StripingSeasonBegins.htm Did the wet winter fade the stripes along your favorite commute? It might be time for a makeover to brighten those yellows and whites and make your trips safer. Mon, 18 Apr 2011 22:25:04 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_i90spokaneopenhouse.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/18_i90spokaneopenhouse.htm Valley residents to discuss options for a wider, more efficient I-90 at open house on April 28 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 04:23:00 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/15_sr20pavingprojectinjune.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/15_sr20pavingprojectinjune.htm The busiest stretch of State Route 20 on Whidbey Island will get a much needed makeover this summer when crews repave through downtown Oak Harbor. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 03:02:44 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/13_2neweastsidetraveltimesigns.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/13_2neweastsidetraveltimesigns.htm Two new travel time signs will turn on Thursday afternoon, April 14 on westbound SR 520 in Bellevue and westbound SR 522 in Woodinville. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:38:00 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/13_KellerFerryrestart.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/13_KellerFerryrestart.htm The Keller Ferry on SR 21 is back on schedule and sailing again after crews repaired the north-shore loading ramp. Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:20:01 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/Salish_041311.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/Salish_041311.htm New ferry Salish begins sea trials April 13 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 06:30:41 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/11_studdedtire_extend3.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/11_studdedtire_extend3.htm Drivers have through April 25 to remove their studded tires. Tue, 12 Apr 2011 22:26:17 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/12_520TollingDateRequirements.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/12_520TollingDateRequirements.htm At least six weeks of rigorous testing of equipment and systems for tolling of the SR 520 bridge are planned to begin next week, and if successful, a toll start date will be set, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) said today. Sat, 09 Apr 2011 21:38:00 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/09_WSDOTReopensSR4.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/09_WSDOTReopensSR4.htm STELLA – The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will reopen State Route 4 near Germany Creek Road (milepost 50) at 7 p.m. today, a few days earlier than expected. Sat, 09 Apr 2011 00:55:58 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/08_sr21kellerferryout.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/08_sr21kellerferryout.htm The Keller Ferry on SR 21 is currently out of service due to problems with the north shore vehicle loading ramp and dock. The ferry itself is operational, but without a loading ramp, vehicles can’t board the vessel. Fri, 08 Apr 2011 23:50:12 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/8_WASecuresOHWIRailFunding.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/8_WASecuresOHWIRailFunding.htm Federal and state officials signed documents today that guarantee Washington state will get $145 million in high-speed-rail funding originally intended for Ohio and Wisconsin. Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:55:46 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/07_us195openhouse.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/07_us195openhouse.htm Open house set for US 195/Cheney-Spokane Road Interchange project A congested Spokane-area intersection will get a major safety overhaul beginning next spring. Area residents and business owners can find out more about the design and construction of the new US 195/Cheney-Spokane Road Interchange at an open house Thursday, April 14. Thu, 07 Apr 2011 06:08:04 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/06_SR4CleanupBeginsApril7.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/06_SR4CleanupBeginsApril7.htm STELLA – Work will begin Thursday to reopen a stretch of State Route 4 near Stella closed by a landslide that covered the highway Tuesday, April 5. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 23:01:14 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/6_SR9Pilchuckopenhouse.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/6_SR9Pilchuckopenhouse.htm WSDOT has completed the preliminary design for the new State Route 9 Pilchuck Creek bridge and invites local drivers and residents to an open house Wednesday, April 13, 2011. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 03:47:40 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/5_5_38thRampCloses.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/5_5_38thRampCloses.htm WBNV work closes 38th street ramp to I-6 and SR 16. Tue, 05 Apr 2011 06:11:55 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/NE12BridgeRemovalPerformance.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/NE12BridgeRemovalPerformance.htm During a 49-hour complete closure of Interstate 405 in Bellevue over the weekend, the public responded to help minimize traffic congestion and crews completed a long list of work. Tue, 05 Apr 2011 05:00:13 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/StudTireDeadlineApril14.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/StudTireDeadlineApril14.htm Studded tire deadline extended another week Tue, 05 Apr 2011 04:05:57 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/04_HSRFLApplication.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/04_HSRFLApplication.htm Washington state applied today for approximately $120 million in federal high-speed-rail stimulus money, part of $2.4 billion returned by Florida. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will use the money to continue improving and expanding Amtrak Cascades service between Portland, Ore., and Vancouver, B.C. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 11:30:32 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/03_I405SBReopensEarly.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/03_I405SBReopensEarly.htm Southbound I-405 in Bellevue opened just after 9 p.m. - several hours ahead of schedule after crews removed the old N.E. 12th St. bridge. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 04:23:00 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/03_12thStreetBridgeReopensMonday.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/03_12thStreetBridgeReopensMonday.htm Engineers have inspected the damage to the new NE 12th Street bridge in Bellevue and determined it can be opened to traffic on Sunday, April 3 at 6 p.m. but traffic will be limited to one westbound lane only. Sat, 02 Apr 2011 03:44:14 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/405_12thBridgeRemoval.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/405_12thBridgeRemoval.htm Interstate 405 will close tonight at 11 p.m. for 53 hours between N.E. Eighth Street and State Route SR 520 in Bellevue until 4 a.m., Monday, April 4. Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:28:19 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/UnionGaptoGrangerstarts.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/UnionGaptoGrangerstarts.htm Drivers can say goodbye to the bumpy ride they experience daily on Interstate 82 between Union Gap and Granger. Starting Monday, April 4, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and contractor, Interstate Improvement Inc. (Minnesota), will improve 19 miles of eastbound and westbound I-82. Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:04:07 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/clearingeffortsonCayuseandChinookpasses.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/clearingeffortsonCayuseandChinookpasses.htm Spring has officially arrived and maintenance crews are getting Chinook and Cayuse passes ready for summer travel. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 23:01:52 GMT http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/01_i5rampworkresumes.htm http://wsdot.gov/News/2011/04/01_i5rampworkresumes.htm Drivers should plan for nightly lane and ramp closures next week in downtown Bellingham as crews resume Interstate 5 ramp improvements.