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Road Work In Olympic National Park Could Cause Some Delays Near Lake Crescent

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By Kurt Repanshek - June 4th, 2010

Heading to Olympic National Park? Then you might encounter some traffic delays on a stretch of Highway 101 near the southern edge of Lake Crescent.

Repairs to a 12-mile stretch of the highway are expected to run on through June 18. Crews will be working 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays to measure sections of road in preparation for chip-sealing work later this summer. There will be no roadwork performed on the weekends of June 5-6 and June 12-13.

While the repairs are being completed, motorists should expect delays of up to 15 minutes.

Motorists may also make use of an optional detour, using Highways 112 and 113 to travel north of the lake and bypass the scheduled roadwork.

Olympic National Park Superintendent Karen Gustin said routine road repairs like this project are typically completed during summer due to warmer temperatures and longer, drier days.

“This project will have a positive impact on improved visitor access and safety around the lake, so we ask for patience and understanding during these short-term delays,” the superintendent said.

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