CLE ELUM, Wash. — Work to replace the Bullfrog Road overpass above Interstate 90 near Cle Elum should begin by the end of November.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) made the announcement on Thursday.
The bridge was hit and severely damaged by an over-height load in late October.
WSDOT says its designers have finished plans to replace the span. The next step is selecting a contractor.
Crews will work into the winter to restore full access to the overpass safely and efficiently.
“Safety is our top priority,” said Brian White, WSDOT region administrator. “Our crews are working as quickly as possible to reopen the bridge while keeping both workers and travelers safe. We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as we complete this critical repair through winter conditions.”
The repairs are being completed under emergency authorization by Governor Bob Ferguson.
WSDOT estimates it will cost about $8 million. Work is expected to be complete and the overpass reopened by January 2026.
WSOT says crews will return in the spring, when temperatures allow, to apply a thin concrete overlay, which will require another temporary closure of the Bullfrog Road overpass.
Closures
Short-term full closures of westbound I-90 will be required during the work.
Temporary all-day closures will be needed to set new girders in place. WSDOT will share exact dates and durations once the work is scheduled.
Additional short-term closures may also be needed as work continues.
When westbound I-90 is closed, traffic will detour using the westbound off- and on-ramps at Exit 80.
Current Detours
Eastbound I-90 travelers heading to Suncadia or Roslyn should use Exit 85 to State Route 903.
Westbound I-90 travelers going to South Bullfrog Road or Leisure Lane should use Exit 78, then head east on I-90 to Exit 80.
Travelers from the Suncadia and Roslyn areas should use SR 903 to reach alternate westbound I-90 access points.
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