Tacoma Narrows Bridge Project Frequently Asked Questions

This page contains answers to frequently asked questions about the Tacoma Narrows Bridge Project. To submit a question or comment about the project visit our feedback page.

• Q.  Why do we need to build a second bridge?
• Q.  What is the history of the proposal chosen to build a second bridge as opposed to simply adding another deck to the current 1950 bridge?
• Q.  Why is a suspension style bridge being built at this site?
• Q.  What will happen to the current Tacoma Narrows Bridge (completed in 1950)?
• Q.  How much does the new bridge and the 1950 bridge improvement project cost?
• Q.  How much does the total project cost including financing cost?

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Where to Go to be In the Know

Learn about bridge deck arrival and assembly.

Watch the deck sections being lifted - directions to Narrows Park.

Learn more about SR 16 improvement projects.

Tacoma Area Traffic Incidents.

Learn more about SR 16 ramp meters.

Local Construction Update - Travel impacts due to construction and maintenance work throughout Pierce, Thurston, Kitsap, Mason, Clallam, Jefferson and Grays Harbor counties.

What's New - Find information on upcoming public meetings, recent press releases and updates on contruction projects around the region.

What are we doing about congestion? - WSDOT is developing congestion measurements and benchmarks to present a clear, more accurate picture of what's happening on some of our state's most congested freeways.

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