A section of SR 99 in Fife will close next week while crews remove old bridge

Tacoma, WALocal News

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced significant lane reductions on southbound State Route 99 in Fife due to the demolition of an old bridge. Scheduled from 8 p. m. on January 21 to 3 p. m.

on January 23, the lane closure will impact traffic between 70th Avenue East and the Wapato Way roundabout. While southbound travelers can detour via a recently completed bridge over Hylebos Creek, WSDOT advises allowing extra travel time or considering alternate routes. Following the bridge demolition, southbound SR 99 will fully reopen, ensuring more efficient traffic flow. In addition, northbound traffic is expected to start using the new bridge as early as mid-February. This construction is part of the larger SR 167 Completion Project, which aims to improve regional transportation by creating a tolled highway from Interstate 5 to the Port of Tacoma, with an expected completion date of 2026.

The project addresses critical infrastructure needs and aims to enhance connectivity in the region. WSDOT emphasizes the importance of allowing additional travel time during the construction period to minimize delays.

Related Articles

Free drive-thru grocery giveaway, tax, Easter event on April 9

The Making A Difference Foundation (MADF) and Eloise’s Cooking Pot Food Bank are hosting a special tax and Easter event on April 9, 2025, at the Tacoma Dome. This initiative combines a drive-thru grocery giveaway with tax filing assistance, allowing families to access essential food and financial resources in one visit. Attendees can meet the Easter Bunny and receive help from tax professionals while they wait for groceries, enhancing community support during tax season.

Daffodil Festival kicks off Saturday, April 5

The article announces the upcoming Daffodil Festival, set to begin on April 5, 2025, in Pierce County, highlighting the involvement of high school students as part of the festival's Royal Court. With a history spanning 92 years, the event will feature a Grand Floral Parade through Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting. Daffodil Festival President Marin Sasaki-Boyce emphasizes the importance of the festival in fostering community spirit and tradition.

Streets initiative on the ballot this month

Tacoma voters will decide on the Tacoma Streets Initiative II on April 22, which aims to improve major roadways and enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety. If approved, the initiative will increase utility and property taxes to fund repairs and maintenance, while leveraging federal funds to maximize impact. City officials emphasize the necessity of these improvements for public safety and urban mobility.