At 8 a.m. Friday, Sept. 19, Washington State Department of Transportation maintenance crews will close the two right lanes approaching the bridge along with the Jackson Avenue on-ramp to westbound SR 16. During the closure, the HOV lane will open to all travelers. All lanes are scheduled to reopen by 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20.
Once the expansion joint is repaired, crews will pour new concrete. The concrete needs time to cure, so travelers might see lane closures when there appears to be little or no activity in the work zone.
Travelers can expect to see congestion on westbound SR 16 approaching the bridge during the lane closures, and significant congestion approaching the bridge during the afternoon commute Friday, Sept. 19. Drivers should add extra travel time to help prevent delays or consider combining or postponing discretionary trips.
Work zone safety tips
- Slow down – drive the posted speeds; they're there for your safety.
- Be kind – WSDOT’s workers are there to help keep everyone safe and improve the roadways.
- Pay attention – to workers directing surrounding traffic.
- Stay calm – expect delays, leave early or take alternate routes if possible; no meeting or appointment is worth risking someone’s life.
This notice is from the Washington State Department of Transportation. Read the news release.
