The document outlines the planned improvements and stabilization of Hawk Creek Road in Lincoln County, Washington, under federal project WA FLAP Lincoln 57860(1) and WA NPS LARO 208(1). It details the construction activities, including grading, pavement, drainage, and the installation of safety features following federal highway specifications. Key components include a bank stabilization plan, soil erosion control, drainage systems, and traffic management measures to ensure the roadway's integrity and safety for projected traffic increases (ADT 2024 and 2044). Prepared by Jacobs for the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Park Service, the preliminary plans serve as a foundational guide for contractors and stakeholders, emphasizing environmental considerations through stabilization techniques, such as employing willow pole cuttings and root wads. This initiative reflects governmental efforts to enhance public infrastructure while maintaining ecological balance and safety standards.
The Western Federal Lands Highway Division has issued a notice to prospective bidders for the improvement and stabilization of Hawk Creek Road in Lincoln County, Washington, referenced under Solicitation No. 69056725F000004. The project aims to enhance access to the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, with a specific focus on reconstructing a 0.68-mile segment of Hawk Creek Road. Key project elements include paving the road, upgrading roadway geometry, improving drainage facilities, installing guardrails, and creating soil nail retaining walls for bank stabilization. Bidders are advised to inspect the site in fall, considering potential snow cover during the solicitation period. Additionally, all materials used in the project must be inspected for noxious weeds, requiring contractors to arrange inspections this fall. Solicitation documents will be available in winter 2024/2025, and all interested parties are encouraged to monitor the SAM website for updates. This notice underscores the federal commitment to infrastructure development and compliance with environmental standards.
The Hawk Creek Road Improvement and Stabilization project aims to enhance and stabilize Hawk Creek Road, located approximately 30 miles northwest of Davenport, Washington. The scope includes earthwork, grading, paving, drainage, soil nail retaining walls, and guardrail installation over a project length of 0.68 miles, with an estimated cost between $5 and $10 million, targeted for completion in Summer/Fall 2025.
The project is structured into multiple divisions:
- **Division 150** includes requirements for construction survey, quality control, and erosion control.
- **Division 200** focuses on earthwork tasks such as clearing, excavation, and embankment.
- **Division 250** pertains to slope reinforcement through riprap and retaining walls.
- **Divisions 300 to 600** cover aggregate, asphalt pavement, incidental construction tasks, including culvert installation, traffic control measures, and environmental mitigation procedures.
Overall, this document outlines the technical specifications needed to solicit bids and manage construction efficiently, reflecting the project’s significance in infrastructure improvement funded through federal and state initiatives. Compliance with regulations and quality assurance throughout the construction process is emphasized.