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Washington State Department of Transportation – NEWS
Olympic Region – P.O. Box 47440 - Olympia, WA 98501-7440 – 360-357-2600
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Feb. 15, 2023
Contacts: Mark Krulish <mailto:mark.krulish@wsdot.wa.gov> , communications, 360-819-0375
Roadwork ahead: Online open house gives 2023 work zone preview for Jefferson and Clallam counties
Busy construction season requires extra planning for travelers
PORT ANGELES – Travelers near and far with Washington’s majestic Olympic Peninsula in their sights will want to plan ahead and stay engaged as the 2023 construction season begins.
From February through fall, a multitude of preservation, safety and culvert replacement projects will take place on US 101 and State Routes 104, 19, 20 in Clallam and Jefferson counties.
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during their journey.
“We recognize the number of work zones that drivers will navigate this year is more than what people are used to,” said Region Administrator Steve Roark. “This year it’s critical for
travelers to plan ahead and be prepared for extra travel time.”
The online open house provides a forum for travelers to gather information and ask questions. The open house offers links to sign up for updates, as WSDOT will share details about each
specific project before and during construction.
North Olympic Peninsula online open house information
When: February 2023 to January 2024
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Access for participation
Free, temporary internet access is available to those who do not have broadband service in locations throughout the state. To find the nearest Drive-In WiFi Hotspot visit: www.commerce.wa.gov/buildin
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Work zone safety
With over 20 potential work zones across the Olympic Peninsula, travelers are encouraged to:
* Slow down – drive the posted speeds, they're there for your safety.
* Be kind – our workers are out there helping to keep you safe and improve the roadways.
* Pay attention – both to workers directing you and surrounding traffic; put your phone down when behind the wheel.
* Stay calm – expect delays, leave early or take an alternate route if possible; no meeting or appointment is worth risking someone's life.
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