Everett, Wash.
Published: Monday, January 12, 2009

Highway 9 reopened to northbound traffic

Herald Staff

 SNOHOMISH -- A low-lying section of Highway 9 south of Snohomish reopened at about 4:30 p.m. to northbound traffic.

Flood waters have receded from the highway, and state officials had hoped to reopen the section between Second Street and E. Lowell-Larimer Road in time for today's evening commute.

Southbound cars are still being diverted to Airport Way and Springhetti Road. Officials hope to have southbound lanes open for the morning commute Tuesday.

State road crews on Saturday reopened a mile-long stretch of the highway between Second Street and Bickford Avenue in Snohomish after floodwaters receded.

Flooding eroded some shoulders and embankments on Highway 9, Switzer said. The state is reporting an estimate of about $3 million damage to the state highway in the Snohomish River Valley area. Department of Transportation spokesman Jeff Switzer said crews will reopen the road as soon as it is safe for drivers.
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