Mountain Loop Highway now open between Granite Falls and Darrington
EVERETT, Wash., Friday, May 20, 2022 – Snohomish County Public Works, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, reopened Mountain Loop Highway to traffic in both directions on Friday, May 20 between Granite Falls and Darrington. The highway is open 10 days earlier than Memorial Day weekend. The annual winter closure is normally early November […]
$1 million Madden Bridge 58 project begins next week
EVERETT, Wash., May 9, 2022 – Snohomish County Public Works will begin construction in mid-May to rehabilitate Madden Bridge 58 on Menzel Lake Rd between Granite Falls and Lake Stevens. The project will last approximately 12 weeks and requires a two-month road closure that is planned to occur while schools are out of session starting […]
Insurgence of potholes: Where did they come from and what is the Snohomish County doing about it?
SNOHOMISH COUNTY., Wash., March 14, 2022 – It may come as no surprise to motorists that there seems to be a recent increase in potholes on Snohomish County roads this year compared to the past. However, even based on reports and patrols, it is difficult to pinpoint exactly how many potholes the county has seen […]
Snohomish County Public Works’ 2021 Annual Report
EVERETT, Wash., March 3, 2022 – Snohomish County Public Works published its 2021 Annual Report, Adapting in an Evolving World, February 17, chronicling the accomplishments of the largest department in the county despite a challenging pandemic, weather emergencies, and more. “The challenges of 2021 were persistent and complex, but it brought out the best in […]
Stagnant air advisory until Wednesday, foggy all week
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 23, 2022 – The National Weather Service forecasts issued an air stagnation advisory in effect from today until noon Wednesday, Jan. 26 for Snohomish County. Daily temperatures are to fluctuate between 33°F to 48°F. Periods of stagnant air could result in deteriorating air quality. Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Those […]
Gloom, fog, and rain forecast for the week of Jan. 16
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 16, 2022 – The National Weather Service forecasts the likelihood of rain and fog for the week of January 16 through January 23, in Lynnwood and throughout Snohomish County. Daily temperatures are to fluctuate between 35°F to 49°F. We will kick off the week with fog. Rain is expected to end Thursday night followed by fog […]
No snow forecasted for the week of Jan. 9
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 9, 2022 – The National Weather Service forecasts a lot of rain and no snow for the week of January 9 through January 15, in Lynnwood and throughout Snohomish County. Daily temperatures are to fluctuate between 34°F to 52°F. Today’s sunny day is not expected to return until Friday when it will be partly cloudy […]
Rain and snow projected all week
LYNNWOOD, Wash., January 2, 2022 – The National Weather Service forecasts a lot of rain and some snow this week, Monday through Friday, in Lynnwood and throughout Snohomish County. Temperatures are to fluctuate just slightly below to above freezing each day. Snohomish County Road Maintenance crews are now working primarily to clear secondary and tertiary roads […]
Snohomish County crews plowing primary routes after overnight snowfall
EVERETT, Wash., December 30, 2021 – Following more snowfall over night, Snohomish County Road Maintenance crews have returned to plowing primary routes around Snohomish County. Overall, the crews have surpassed 50,000 road miles plowed since the start of this storm system last weekend. Crews will continue 24/7 plowing, salting and sanding operations into the weekend […]
Snow likely Wednesday night through rest of the week
[UPDATED] 2:40 p.m. December 27, 2021: Updated Snohomish Public Works Progress. LYNNWOOD, Wash, December 27, 2021 – The National Weather Service forecasts a mostly dry and cold beginning of the week until Wednesday. Chance for light snow each day, but no significant accumulations expected. Snow is expected to continue Wednesday night after 11 p.m. through […]
