WSDOT announced several road construction projects affecting Wenatchee-area highways starting this week. The first project on US 2 near Wenatchee (milepost 118-119) will close the right lane on Sept. 9 from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A second project on US 2 near Orondo (milepost 137-139) will cause alternating traffic on Sept. 8 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Two projects on Chumstick Highway (US 2 to SR 207) will require single-lane closures and pilot cars from Sept. 8-25, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The first project affects Chumstick Highway from milepost 100 to 207, while the second affects the opposite direction from milepost 4 to 100. A separate guardrail replacement project on US 2 near Leavenworth (milepost 90-99) runs until Sept. 4.
Residents should plan for delays on these routes during the specified times. WSDOT advises travelers to allow extra time and follow detour signs.