State Route 702 to shut down in East Pierce County later this week
Drivers traveling on state Route 702 near Eatonville can expect delays later this week while crews replace a failing culvert.
According to a news release from the Washington State Department of Transportation, the following changes will go into effect on Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13:
- Friday: There will be one-way alternating traffic with flaggers near Kinsman Road from 8 a.m. to noon.
- Saturday: State Route 702 will fully close at milepost 7.68 between Kinsman Road and Christensen Muck Road East from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
While state Route 702 is closed on Saturday, drivers will “detour using state Route 7 and state Route 507.”
The News Tribune reached out to WSDOT to ask how much the culvert replacement will cost but did not receive a response.
In the release, WSDOT urged drivers to slow down, pay attention and stay calm.
“Expect delays, leave early or take alternate routes if possible,” the release said.
Isabela Lund
The News Tribune