Maintenance Work Brings Daytime Ramp Closures on I-705 and SR-509 in Tacoma March 24 – 28
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~ Tacoma, WA - The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced that maintenance work will be taking place on northbound Interstate 705 and under the State Route 509 interchange in Tacoma from March 24 to March 28. This will result in ramp closures from 8 AM to 3:30 PM during those days.

According to WSDOT, the maintenance work will include vegetation management, graffiti removal, pavement repairs, and sign maintenance. To ensure smooth traffic flow during this time, the City of Tacoma's Public Works crews will manage detour routes within city limits.

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In order to minimize disruptions for drivers, WSDOT and the City of Tacoma are recommending that alternate routes be used or that trips be scheduled before or after work hours. Carpooling is also encouraged as well as postponing non-essential trips.

The City of Tacoma's Homeless Engagement Alternatives Liaison (HEAL) team will continue to provide outreach services in the area throughout the duration of this maintenance work. For more information, please contact Maria Lee at maria.lee@cityoftacoma.org or (253) 591-2054.

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