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Traffic change, project starting next week along Meridian Street

One project is expected to last two years

Cars drive near the I-5 overpass on Meridian. Left turns onto the northbound I-5 from Meridian will be prohibited beginning Oct. 22. (Photo courtesy of City of Bellingham)
By Annie Todd Criminal Justice/Enterprise Reporter

Starting Tuesday, Oct. 22, drivers across Bellingham should be aware of two projects that will impact traffic flow on Meridian Street.

The city will be replacing more than 2 miles of sewer lines along Meridian Street starting on Oct. 22. (Map courtesy of City of Bellingham)

First, left turns onto the northbound I-5 onramp from Meridian Street will no longer be allowed, according to the City of Bellingham Public Works. The change is permanent and is being done to address safety concerns, including a history of traffic collisions at the intersection.

Traffic delays are anticipated as drivers get used to the change. Drivers needing to go north on I-5 can access the interstate either via the Bakerview onramp or take Birchwood to the Northwest on ramp, according to Public Works.

Signs will be posted to direct traffic.

Additionally, the city is embarking on a two year sewer project to replace aging sewer mains along Meridian Street from Orchard Drive to Van Wyck Road. Construction will take place at night between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. to minimize traffic disruptions, but some daytime work may lead to delays.

Work will start just south of Orchard Drive and work northward, according to the city. Access to businesses and emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout the project.

The project will replace more than 2 miles of sanitary sewer pipe under Meridian, according to the city.

Annie Todd is CDN’s criminal justice/enterprise reporter; reach her at annietodd@cascadiadaily.com; 360-922-3090 ext. 130.

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