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Do you drive SR3 in Mason County? Expect daytime delays Monday and Tuesday, WSDOT says

A sign warns of road work.
A sign warns of road work. The Bellingham Herald

Road work is happening this week on state Route 3 between Belfair and Shelton in Mason County, according to the state Department of Transportation.

Crews need to make pavement repairs in the area.

Here’s how it will work:

Shelton

From 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, travelers in Shelton will see a closed center turn lane and shifted travel lane on northbound SR 3 approaching Ellinor Avenue. Access to Ellinor Avenue and Fairmount Avenue from SR 3 will also be closed.

Near Belfair

From 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, travelers south of Belfair will see one-way alternating traffic on SR 3 approaching Lake Devereaux Road.

Work is scheduled during the day when workers are more easily seen, according to WSDOT.

This story was originally published August 4, 2024 at 10:42 AM.

Rolf Boone
The Olympian
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