Watch for messages on changeable message signs. A new northbound detour is now in place. Heavy equipment will be crossing SR 26 in the new interchange area. Expect traffic revisions, flaggers and short delays on SR 26 during daylight hours. This project constructs a new grade separated interchange replacing a dangerous stop-signed intersection.
Work includes a new bridge, earthwork, asphalt paving, guardrail, signing, illumination and fencing.
Work on the project began in January and is scheduled for completion by November. On and off ramps will be constructed first, then traffic will be routed onto the ramps while a bridge over SR26 is constructed. SR26 between 20 and 40 miles west of Othello for chip sealing. No work on Friday, May 25, 2001. Guardrail work on SR 17 from MP 76.1 to MP 90.2 and SR 2 in the vicinity of MP 188.0.