Rockwood Blvd. Construction Near Hospital

Spokane, WALocal News

Spokane's Rockwood Boulevard construction project will kick off on September 2, necessitating street closures and limited parking around Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The project will include pavement rehabilitation, utility work, and intersection redesign at Rockwood Blvd. and Cowley St. East/west traffic will be restricted on Sumner Ave. and 10th Ave.

, while 9th Ave. will maintain one lane for healthcare employee access. Metered parking will be unavailable on both 9th Ave. and Rockwood Blvd. for the duration of the project.

Sidewalk detours may affect pedestrians, but local access will be preserved. Residents and visitors are urged to drive cautiously and support local businesses during the construction. The project is anticipated to finish by mid-October, enhancing the infrastructure in this vital area. Current obstruction updates are available on the city's construction webpage.

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