Northbound SR 167 bridge repairs: overnight closures begin Nov. 19; one-lane traffic starts Nov. 20
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Summary
City hosts say permanent repairs to the northbound SR 167 bridge begin with overnight closures starting Nov. 19 (11 p.m. to 5 a.m.). A 24/7 one-lane configuration is expected to begin the morning of Nov. 20 and 3rd Avenue beneath the bridge will remain closed for the duration of repairs.
The City of Auburn discussed permanent repairs to the northbound SR 167 bridge on the Auburn on Main podcast, advising commuters to expect overnight closures and a lane reduction beginning the week the episode aired.
Jonathan Glover said overnight closures would start on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. and that, beginning the morning of Nov. 20, traffic would be reduced to a single lane around the repair site.
He added that 3rd Avenue under the structure will be closed for the duration of the repairs. Hosts warned that the change will affect commute routes and recommended alternate routings or transit when possible.
No firm completion date was given during the episode; one host suggested January as an estimate but staff did not provide an official month or timetable for reopening all lanes. Residents who commute through the affected corridor were advised to consult the Washington State Department of Transportation and local traffic updates for the latest information and detour guidance.
