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Pre-winter maintenance will close US 2 Tumwater Canyon west of Leavenworth on September 25 City of Leavenworth

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The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced a temporary closure of US 2 Tumwater Canyon west of Leavenworth on September 25, aimed at conducting vital pre-winter maintenance. The closure will take place from 8 a. m. to 3 p. m.

and includes essential activities such as hazard tree removal, shoulder and ditch clearing, and guardrail and pavement repairs. During this time, passenger vehicles will be directed to detour via Chumstick Highway, while freight traffic requiring access east of Leavenworth will need to take I-90 to US 97. WSDOT stresses the importance of safety for both crews and the public, urging all travelers—including bicyclists and pedestrians—to stay clear of the closure area. The maintenance work is crucial in preparing the highway for the winter months, ensuring safer travel conditions. For real-time travel information, users can visit the WSDOT real-time travel center.

This proactive maintenance reflects WSDOT's commitment to maintaining and improving the state’s transportation infrastructure. As winter approaches, such initiatives are vital for the safety and efficiency of travel in the region.

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