WSDOT to host March 21 open house for two-year I-5 construction project Cascadia Daily News

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will host an open house on March 21 to present details about a major construction project on Interstate 5 near Lake Samish. This project, which has a budget of $160 million, focuses on replacing six outdated culverts that hinder fish passage in Friday Creek, Lake Creek, and Chuckanut Creek. Construction is set to begin in spring 2025 and is expected to be completed by 2027, aligning with the state's commitment to restoring salmon migration routes. The open house will provide crucial information about the project timeline and its implications for local traffic, including nightly lane closures and temporary road closures. Residents will have the chance to engage with WSDOT team members and ask questions about the construction phases.

The funding for this initiative comes from the federal American Rescue Plan Act and state transportation resources. WSDOT aims to improve environmental sustainability while minimizing disruption to local communities during the construction period. This project not only addresses vital ecological concerns but also aims to enhance infrastructure resilience in the region.