Columbia Heights Road between Fishers Lane and Cascade Drive is a narrow, two-lane minor urban arterial serving as a local connector between residential areas and arterial roads in Longview, Kelso and Cowlitz County. The roadway is located on a steep hillside with sub-standard road condition. The existing pavement is 20 feet wide with 0 to 1-foot gravel shoulders, and the alignment is winding and constrained by topography. A large, unprotected ravine borders the south side of the road, presenting a significant safety hazard due to the absence of guardrail or barriers. On the north side, a deep (approximately 4-foot) open drainage ditch further restricts the roadways functional width and poses a hazard to errant vehicles. The corridor has very limited stormwater infrastructure, resulting in continual surface water issues on the roadway. Poor drainage leads to ponding and creates icy conditions in winter, which contributes to roadway hazards, slippery conditions and maintenance challenges. There are no sidewalks, or shoulders, severely limiting access for pedestrians, school children, and other non-motorized users. Illumination is limited, reducing nighttime visibility and overall corridor safety. Pavement condition is poor resulting in rough ride. This segment is functionally deficient and poses risks to both vehicular and non-motorized users. Improvements are needed to preserve mobility, enhance safety, and maintain the integrity of the corridor as a vital local connector.
Projects — TIB Project Information
TIB Project Information
City of Longview's Columbia Heights Road Improvements
8-5-187(020)-1
8-5-187(020)-1
Columbia Heights Road Improvements
Fishers Lane to Cascada Drive
FY 2027 Urban Arterial Program
Current Phase : Design
Total TIB Funding : $3,000,000
County: Cowlitz | Legislative District: 19 | Project Length: 1.00 | TIB Engineer: Chris Langhoff | Last Payment Date:
Project Information
| Lead Agency | LONGVIEW |
| Funding Year | 2027 |
| Program | UAP |
| Current Phase | Design |
| Legislative District | 19 |
| Congressional District | 3 |
| Federal Route Number | 6758 |
| Project Length | 1.00 mi. |
| ADT | 6,000 |
| Functional Class | Minor |
| Type of Work | Reconstruction |
| Project Contact | Ivona Kininmonth |
| Contact Email | ivonak@ci.longview.wa.us |
| TIB Engineer | Chris Langhoff |
| Last Payment Date | |
| Cultural Resource Assessment | Section 106 |
Project Schedule
| Target Date | Actual Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Project Selection Date | 11/21/2025 | |
| Delayed Project Date | 07/01/2030 | |
| DAHP Assessment Date | ||
| Predesign Approval | ||
| Design Approval | 02/01/2026 | 11/26/2025 |
| Bid Auth. Approval | 10/01/2026 | |
| Construction Approval | 12/10/2026 | |
| Project Closeout | 12/01/2028 | |
| 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 | 0 | 0 |
| Right of Way | 0 | 0 |
| Total Design | 0 | 0 |
| Construction Engineering | 260,000 | 1,300,000 |
| Construction Contract | 2,740,000 | 13,700,000 |
| Other Construction | 0 | 0 |
| Total Construction | 3,000,000 | 15,000,000 |
| Total TIB Funding | 3,000,000 | 15,000,000 |
Local Funding Partners
| Funding Amount | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| LONGVIEW | 4,817,444 | 32.1% |
| WSDOT Funding | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 Congressional Earmark | 4,961,970 | 33.1% |
| Surface Transporation Block | 380,586 | 2.5% |
| Move Ahead WA Capital Project | 1,840,000 | 12.3% |
| Total Local Funding | 12,000,000 | 80.0% |
Project Description
The proposed project will provide the following improvements widen the roadway to 22 feet, or two 11 feet lanes install 4-foot sidewalk with 5-foot sections every 200 feet to meet AFDA requirements install new driveway approaches to meet ADA requirements install guardrail along the ravine side replace the open ditch with closed stormwater conveyance system and provide detention capacity upgrade lighting with new LED fixtures to improve visibility and safety grind and overlay the pavement to extend the life of the roadway by restoring a smoother surface, improve ride quality, and address surface level distress.
Existing Condition
Project Benefits
- Improves pedestrian safety;
- Restores structural condition;
- Removes ADA barriers
Project Pictures
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Project Delays
| Delay Type | Resolution Date | Comments |
|---|---|---|
No delayed project history. |
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