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Multiple I-5 Lane Closures on Federal Way Link Extension Project

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Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority (Sound Transit) is issuing a construction advisory regarding the Federal Way Link Extension.

Sound Transit contractor teams will implement a nighttime right lane closure on southbound I-5 to facilitate crucial landscaping efforts. This lane restriction will occur nightly from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. across approximately five evenings, commencing Monday, January 5, and concluding Friday, January 9. Motorists are advised to adhere to posted detours for safety.

I-5 Closure Details:

  • Duration: Monday, January 5 to Friday, January 9
  • Timing: Nightly operations from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m.
  • Exclusions: No activity will take place during weekends
  • Location: Right lane of southbound I-5, immediately south of exit 147. The remaining three left lanes will remain accessible.

Additional Information:

  • Efforts will be made to mitigate noise levels wherever feasible.
  • The utilization of cranes, trucks, and other heavy machinery is anticipated.

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