This project addresses efficiency, safety and resiliency at the intersection of Spurgeon Creek Road and Yelm Hwy, a high-speed intersection in Thurston County. Yelm Hwy is an urban major collector that acts as one of the main east/west connections across the County and is the main route between South Lacey and the city of Yelm. Spurgeon Creek Road is a rural major collector that connects south Thurston County to the Lacey area.
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TIB Project Information
Thurston County's Yelm Hwy and Spurgeon Crk Rd SE Intersection Improvements
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8-5-034(018)-1
Yelm Hwy and Spurgeon Crk Rd SE Intersection Improvements
Spurgeon Crk Rd SE Intersection
FY 2026 Urban Arterial Program
Current Phase : Design
Total TIB Funding : $3,470,000
County: Thurston | Legislative District: 35 | Project Length: 0.10 | TIB Engineer: Chris Langhoff | Last Payment Date:
Project Information
| Lead Agency | THURSTON COUNTY |
| Funding Year | 2026 |
| Program | UAP |
| Current Phase | Design |
| Legislative District | 35 |
| Congressional District | 10 |
| Federal Route Number | 5252 |
| Project Length | 0.10 mi. |
| ADT | 11,250 |
| Functional Class | Principal |
| Type of Work | Traffic Control |
| Project Contact | Matt Unzelman |
| Contact Email | matt.unzelman@co.thurston.wa.us |
| TIB Engineer | Chris Langhoff |
| Last Payment Date | |
| Cultural Resource Assessment | CRA |
Project Schedule
| Target Date | Actual Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Project Selection Date | 11/22/2024 | |
| Delayed Project Date | 07/01/2029 | |
| DAHP Assessment Date | ||
| Predesign Approval | ||
| Design Approval | 12/30/2024 | 12/11/2024 |
| Bid Auth. Approval | 09/15/2027 | |
| Construction Approval | 11/01/2027 | |
| Project Closeout | 11/01/2028 | |
| Audit Date | ||
| Withdrawn Date |
Project Funding
| TIB Funds | Project Costs | |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Study | 0 | 0 |
| Design Study | 0 | 0 |
| Total Predesign | 0 | 0 |
| Special Study | 0 | 0 |
| Design | 150,000 | 300,000 |
| Right of Way | 280,000 | 350,000 |
| Total Design | 430,000 | 650,000 |
| Construction Engineering | 328,000 | 410,000 |
| Construction Contract | 2,712,000 | 3,390,000 |
| Other Construction | 0 | 0 |
| Total Construction | 3,040,000 | 3,800,000 |
| Total TIB Funding | 3,470,000 | 4,450,000 |
Local Funding Partners
| Funding Amount | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| THURSTON COUNTY | 980,000 | 22.0% |
| WSDOT Funding | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total Local Funding | 980,000 | 22.0% |
Project Description
The alternative analysis concluded that the preferred alternative for this intersection is a single lane roundabout with turn lanes. These improvements will include sidewalk, marked crosswalks with rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) and enhanced lighting within the limits of the project area to improve access and accessibility for multi-modal users of this intersection.
Existing Condition
Project Benefits
- Improves pedestrian safety;
- Improves mobility;
- Removes ADA barriers
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Project Delays
| Delay Type | Resolution Date | Comments |
|---|---|---|
No delayed project history. |
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