North Bend Sidewalk Gap Project Begins July 7 on SE 140th Street

Snoqualmie, WALocal News

Starting July 7, Fury SiteWorks will begin construction to improve pedestrian safety on SE 140th Street in North Bend. The project aims to fill sidewalk gaps and will also install a new asphalt trail to enhance connectivity from 457th Avenue SE. Temporary lane closures will be implemented throughout the summer as construction progresses, with completion projected for early October. This initiative is part of four Sidewalk Gap Removal projects planned for the summer. The city acknowledges the inconvenience caused and thanks residents for their understanding.

Community members can reach out to Project Engineer Mike Mayen for questions or comments. For ongoing updates, residents can subscribe to the Notify Me service on the City of North Bend’s website. This project underscores the city's commitment to improving pedestrian infrastructure and safety.

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