Rockwood Blvd. Construction Near Hospital

Spokane, WALocal News

The Rockwood Boulevard construction project begins September 2, impacting traffic flow and parking near Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. The initiative includes pavement rehabilitation, intersection redesign at Rockwood Blvd. and Cowley St. , and utility upgrades, including replacing old water main pipes. The project is scheduled for completion by mid-October.

Drivers will experience reduced on-street parking on both 9th Ave. and Rockwood Blvd. between Grand Blvd. and Cowley St. Sidewalk detours may affect pedestrians, while local access will be preserved.

The city urges drivers to slow down for safety and support local businesses impacted by the construction. Current obstruction information is available on the city’s construction webpage. This project responds to long-standing infrastructure needs in the area, ensuring improved safety and accessibility.

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