WSDOT I90 Avalanche Control Towers
Installation of 7 avalanche control towers along I-90 in King County. Towers will replace aging/decommissioned howitzer program to increase program operator and traveling public safety in winter conditions.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
5 towers on Granite Mtn and 2 towers on Denny Mtn in King County, WA. Upslope from Interstate 90 in known avalanche chutes between MilePost 50 and 52.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 08/01/2024 |
| Decision | 10/2024 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Snoqualmie Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Special Use Management
Project Activity:
Special Use Authorizations
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
WSDOT I90 Avalanche Control Towers
Decision Signed Date: 10/21/2024
Forests:
Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Districts:
Snoqualmie Ranger District
States:
Washington
Counties:
King
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Eric Ozog
902 S.E. North Bend Way, Bldg 1
North Bend, WA 98045
425-888-1421
comments-pacificnorthwest-mtbaker-snoqualmie-snoqualmie@usda.gov
Last Updated: 10/21/2024