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Washington County road crews have been plowing roads at higher elevations.

Traffic is back to normal on Cornelius Pass Road – 24 hours ahead of schedule – following cleanup of contaminated soil resulting from a gasoline spill caused when a double tanker truck overturned in January.

Cornelius Pass Road to be impacted by cleanup project. Traffic on Cornelius Pass Road will be disrupted on Easter weekend as the County’s contractor completes the cleanup of contaminated soil resulting from a gasoline spill caused when a double tanker truck overturned in January.

High water on county roads

With limited resources, the county plans to apply dust control treatment on less than half the gravel road miles treated last year.

Localized flooding due to heavy rain impacted more than 40 Washington County roads on Tuesday (Feb. 12).

Despite adverse weather conditions and holiday scheduling, Washington County Land Use & Transportation crews have been able to complete major road repairs on time.

Be prepared for wintry driving conditions during this afternoon's commute, especially in western Washington County.

Those who live and/or work in Washington County are asked to apply for 10 positions on two transportation-focused community advisory committees that work with the Department of Land Use & Transportation (LUT).

High winds and heavy rains forecasts for the next several days could create hazardous road conditions. Travelers are advised to take precautions.

The National Weather Service advises that the strongest storm so far this winter will bring wind and rain this weekend. Use caution and stay alert when traveling.

New proposals for small-scale road improvements received by July 15 will be considered in the next round of project selection. To be eligible, proposals must address a safety or connectivity issue on a county road.

About $5.8 million in Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) funding has been awarded to Washington County for maintenance of about five miles of road surrounding Henry Hagg Lake.

Bicyclists are advised to avoid roads during and immediately after chip sealing.

A winter storm is impacting Washington County. Updated weather, travel and road conditions are available here.

Watch for high water on roads through this weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch.

A Flood Advisory is in effect for Washington County. Please review these winter weather reminders to help you stay safe.