Disruptions at Tumwater’s Capitol Boulevard SE and Trosper Road SW intersection for two weeks

Tumwater is warning motorists that there will be occasional single-land closures at the Capitol Boulevard SE and Trosper Road SW intersection from Tuesday, January 17 to Friday, January 20 and Monday, January 23 to Friday, January 27, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In a press release, the city explained that they would complete site preparations for the I-5, Trosper Road, and Capitol Boulevard Reconfiguration Project, which will include the staging of traffic control equipment, installation of erosion control devices, and potholing for underground utility verification.

“Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction, and two-way traffic will be maintained at all times,” explained Tumwater. “Drivers should expect traffic congestion and delays. Please drive slowly through the work zone, and use alternate routes where possible.”

Community members and motorists may contact the Transportation & Engineering Services Department at 360-754-4140, or go to the city’s Capitol Boulevard Corridor Improvements page for more information.