Thurston County, Olympia, and Tumwater are warning motorists of traffic disruptions begin today and tomorrow
Thurston County Public Works is alerting the public about upcoming traffic delays at the intersection of Sleater Kinney Road NE and 15th Avenue NE, beginning Monday, July 15.
This marks the start of a project to create a new signalized intersection.
The work will include underground utility installation and widening the intersection to add accessibility ramps, turn lanes, and crosswalks.
The initial phase of construction is anticipated to last 4-6 weeks, with work occurring Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
To keep the public informed, reader boards will be placed along Sleater Kinney Road NE and 15th Avenue NE.
For more information about lane closures, contact Keevan Forbes-Kashani, Thurston County Public Works Traffic Senior Civil Engineer, at 360-870-2345 or via email.
Starting Tuesday, July 16, the Olympia will begin fog sealing on the roadways where chips were applied earlier this week.
This process will seal the road surfaces and prepare them for the installation of permanent pavement markings.
The work is expected to continue through July 17, weather permitting.
Travelers should anticipate lane restrictions and possible traffic delays.
It is recommended that alternate routes be chosen if possible.
Flaggers will be present to guide motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists through the construction zones.
Access to driveways may be temporarily disrupted during the fog sealing process.
The affected streets are Harrison Avenue from Cooper Point Road to Division Street and Olympic Way from Harrison Avenue to the 4th/5th Avenue roundabout.
Starting today, July 15, Israel Road SW between Capitol Boulevard SE and Linderson Way SW in Tumwater will experience intermittent one-lane restrictions.
These restrictions will occur daily from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. until Friday, July 19.
Following the recent Israel Road/Linderson Way Water Main Replacement project, the lanes in these areas will be closed for private utility crews to complete underground utility conversion work.
Despite the restrictions, access to Tumwater High School, Timberland Library, local businesses, and residences will be maintained, although there may be occasional impacts on InterCity Transit bus stops.
Crews will work in various locations along Israel Road, ensuring all lanes are open by the end of each day.
Drivers should be cautious of steel plates that may be left in place overnight and adhere to instructions from flaggers.
For more information or concerns, call (360) 252-5408 or email Tumwater Communications.
Please be aware that all scheduled road construction is subject to change due to weather, equipment, or project delays.
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JnNwmn
A traffic light at Sleater and 15th is really needed. North on 15th is the back way to the dump.
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CleeClee33
15th runs east/west my guy.
Sleater Kinney runs north/south.
I agree a light is needed there.
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