Planning study news
The online open house for this pre-design is now live. A link to the online open house is available in the Purpose section. As part of the pre-design, we are collecting traffic information and will work with project partners and the community to inform the design of the roundabout.
Purpose
The online open house for this pre-design is now available through Wednesday, August 20.
In a pre-design, the goal is to complete early design work and get local feedback. WSDOT works with the community and tribal governments on the proposed changes. This helps create a baseline scope and cost estimate. The project is then given to a WSDOT design office.
Target Zero is the Washington State Department of Transportation’s safety improvement program. It aims to reduce serious and fatal crashes on state highways. The program focuses on two aspects: crash reduction and crash prevention.
Studies show that roundabouts are safer than traditional traffic signals or stop signs. They accommodate vehicles of various sizes. This includes emergency vehicles, buses, bicycles, semi-trucks with trailers, and farm and logging equipment.
WSDOT routinely reviews rural area intersections on state highways. We look for locations that are at the highest risk for severe crashes. Once we identify those intersections, WSDOT develops a plan to reduce crash potential.