Power line replacement means traffic congestion along this Pierce County highway
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- Contractors will replace power lines along SR 512 in Parkland overnight Oct. 2
- WSDOT warns of rolling slowdowns and 10-minute traffic stops in both directions
- Commuters should use WSDOT tools for updates and avoid passing stopped traffic trucks
Work to replace power lines along Washington State Route 512 in Parkland approaching Portland Avenue Thursday night will result in traffic delays and congestion, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
Contractors will be working from midnight on Oct. 2 to 4 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3, WSDOT said in a press release Monday.
Travellers can expect to see intermittent rolling slowdowns and traffic stops of up to 10 minutes in each direction, WSDOT said.
Commuters should not pass trucks that have stopped traffic, as they are there to promote safety for the crews and other vehicles.
Find real-time traveler information on the WSDOT app and WSDOT Travel Center Map.
This story was originally published September 30, 2025 at 5:00 AM.
