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City Of Richland Announces Upcoming Geotechnical Work At SR 240 And Aaron Drive - 04/14/26

Contractors for the City of Richland will begin geotechnical drilling work on Wednesday, April 15, as part of the SR 240/Aaron Drive Intersection Improvements Project. This early phase of work will continue through early May and will help inform final design and construction planning for future improvements at this key intersection.

 

Drivers traveling near the intersection of SR 240 (Bypass Highway) and Aaron Drive should expect minor traffic impacts during this time.

 

What to expect:

  • Minor shoulder and lane closures on eastbound and westbound SR 240, Aaron Drive, and the I-182 off-ramp
  • Brief, intermittent traffic delays
  • Daytime work Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Fridays from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling through the work zone.

 

The SR 240/Aaron Drive corridor is one of the most heavily traveled areas in Richland and serves as a critical connection between Interstate 182 and central Richland. Currently, traffic congestion at the intersection, particularly during peak travel times, can result in significant delays. In addition, the intersection lacks safe and direct connections for pedestrians and cyclists traveling between the Greenbelt Trail and trail systems along the Yakima River and within Chamna Nature Preserve.

 

During the March 17, 2026, Richland City Council meeting, $2,422,000 of Surface Transportation Block Program (STBG) funds were accepted with a required 13.5% minimum local match. These funds are for the second phase of the design of the project from the current 30% design to bid / construction ready, 100% design.  Jacobs was awarded this second phase of the design project after they were selected from a RFQ process. This award took place at the same council meeting.

 

The SR 240/Aaron Drive Intersection Improvements Project is designed to address these challenges by improving traffic flow, enhancing safety, and expanding multimodal access. Planned improvements include an eastbound grade-separated bypass to reduce congestion, a roundabout to improve traffic efficiency, and new pedestrian and bicycle connections to better link existing trail systems.

 

For more information and to view concepts for this project, visit: richlandwa.gov/SR240andAaronDrive.

City Of Richland Announces Upcoming Geotechnical Work At SR 240 And Aaron Drive - 04/14/26

Contractors for the City of Richland will begin geotechnical drilling work on Wednesday, April 15, as part of the SR 240/Aaron Drive Intersection Improvements Project. This early phase of work will continue through early May and will help inform final design and construction planning for future improvements at this key intersection.

 

Drivers traveling near the intersection of SR 240 (Bypass Highway) and Aaron Drive should expect minor traffic impacts during this time.

 

What to expect:

  • Minor shoulder and lane closures on eastbound and westbound SR 240, Aaron Drive, and the I-182 off-ramp
  • Brief, intermittent traffic delays
  • Daytime work Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Fridays from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling through the work zone.

 

The SR 240/Aaron Drive corridor is one of the most heavily traveled areas in Richland and serves as a critical connection between Interstate 182 and central Richland. Currently, traffic congestion at the intersection, particularly during peak travel times, can result in significant delays. In addition, the intersection lacks safe and direct connections for pedestrians and cyclists traveling between the Greenbelt Trail and trail systems along the Yakima River and within Chamna Nature Preserve.

 

During the March 17, 2026, Richland City Council meeting, $2,422,000 of Surface Transportation Block Program (STBG) funds were accepted with a required 13.5% minimum local match. These funds are for the second phase of the design of the project from the current 30% design to bid / construction ready, 100% design.  Jacobs was awarded this second phase of the design project after they were selected from a RFQ process. This award took place at the same council meeting.

 

The SR 240/Aaron Drive Intersection Improvements Project is designed to address these challenges by improving traffic flow, enhancing safety, and expanding multimodal access. Planned improvements include an eastbound grade-separated bypass to reduce congestion, a roundabout to improve traffic efficiency, and new pedestrian and bicycle connections to better link existing trail systems.

 

For more information and to view concepts for this project, visit: richlandwa.gov/SR240andAaronDrive.