Snohomish County To Resurface More Than 90 Miles Of Roads This Summer

Edmonds WA

26 May, 2022

11:14 PM

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Press release from the Snohomish County Government: May 26, 2022 EVERETT, Wash., May 26, 2022 – Wear and tear is a natural byproduct for surfaces that incur heavy traffic, harsh weather, and multi-ton vehicles driving on them day after day. Also, whether it is from snow and ice, flooding, or a natural breakdown during decades of use; roads can begin to crumble if not properly maintained. Snohomish County uses best practice methods to plan the maintenance and preservation of its more than 1,600 miles of roads to help keep rides smooth and safe for drivers. This year, Snohomish County Public Works is improving more than 90 miles of county roads during its annual road resurfacing programs. This year's paving work will take place between May and October. Where applicable, sidewalk ramps will be upgraded to meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. The Paving Program focuses on preserving pavement while it is still in fair condition by placing a new layer of asphalt over the existing one. If a road has too much distress, crews will first grind off 1-2 inches before placing the new layer. A typical paved road has a serviceable life of 15-30 years depending upon location, traffic volumes, weather, and truck or heavy vehicle usage. The work will be completed by paving contractors and county crews. Press Release... This press release was produced by the Snohomish County Government. The views expressed here are the author's own.