City of Olympia, WA

11/10/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/10/2026 15:09

11/10/2026 - Partial Road Closure Friday

Building a Safer Street for Everyone
Partial Road Closure

Due to an unexpected equipment failure last week, one additional day of hydroseeding will occur Friday November 13th. This work will require short sporadic closures south of the Home Depot roundabout. One lane of traffic will remain open at all times south of the roundabout.

Alternative Driving Route Map
What to Expect
  • Local access to Fones Road will be maintained.
  • Emergency vehicles and school buses will be allowed to pass through the work zone.
Thank You

We appreciate your continued patience as we work to make Fones Road safer for people who walk or roll, ride a bicycle, or drive. We are committed to minimizing impacts wherever possible.

Overview Map
Project Background
This project will transform Fones Road into a safer corridor. It will add sidewalks and crossings for pedestrians, separated bike lanes, an improved trail crossing, improvements for vehicle flow and truck access, and lighting. Landscaping, new pavement, and upgraded utilities are also part of the project.
How to Stay Informed
We are committed to keeping you informed throughout this project. For additional project information, please visit olympiawa.gov/fonesroad. To receive timely updates on construction impacts, visit olympiawa.gov/news and sign up for Construction and Traffic Alerts or follow @olyprojects on X.
Learn more about the project
Contact
Jim Rioux, Project Manager
Olympia Public Works
360.753.8484
[email protected]
Project hotline: (360) 301-8574.
Project email: [email protected]
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