Pacific Northwest 15, July 16, 2023

Carter and Company Rebuilding Salt Creek Span

By Lori Tobias CEG CORRESPONDENT

Contractors in Yamhill County, Ore., are preparing to pour the deck on a new bridge in the rural town of Amity with an eye toward completing it in approximately six months. The opening can’t come a day too soon. The original wood Salt Creek Bridge — also known as Ash Swale — was installed in 1951 and expected to be in service for approximately 50 years. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) managed to squeeze an extra 20 years out of it through regular maintenance and repairs. But it hasn‘t aways been easy on travelers, especially those with bigger rigs.

“The existing bridge was an old timber bridge,” said Douglas Keys, assistant resident engineer, ODOT Area 3. “It was structurally deficient, and had only a 9-ton load rating, which is really bad. About 18 tons is normal. So, if a semi was heavier than 9 tons, they were not allowed to go over the old bridge.”

The weight restrictions went into effect in March 2020 and applied to vehicles including medium and large trucks, as well as school buses and large farm equipment. Those vehicles were required to detour to Highway 99W.

Construction crews with the Salem-based Carter and Company began construction on the new $7.6 million bridge in June 2022, closing the existing bridge to all traffic. After building a temporary work bridge, they demolished the old bridge.

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Construction crews with the Salem-based Carter and Company began construction on the new $7.6 million bridge in June 2022, closing the existing bridge to all traffic. After building a temporary work bridge, they demolished the old bridge.

ITD Looks for Feedback On Seven-Year Transportation Plan

The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) is seeking feedback on the justreleased draft Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP). The 2024-2030 ITIP outlines the state’s transportation priorities and guides investment decisions for the next seven years. ITD encourages everyone to review the draft and provide comments from July 1-31.

Transportation projects included in the draft ITIP range from large-scale interstate improvements to smaller projects like the installation of a new guardrail. Projects are located throughout Idaho’s 44 counties and involve all modes of transportation. Project selection is determined through technical data, as well as input from local officials and residents.

To review the complete draft plan, visit itd.idaho.gov/funding to view an interactive map that allows users to learn about projects in their local area as well as submit a comment through the portal.

• The U.S. Highway 12 Greer to Kamiah

ITD urges residents everyone to review the draft and provide comments until close on July 31.

project in Clearwater and Lewis Counties is slated for construction in 2026. The project will rehabilitate and resurface the existing

roadway and make drainage improvements to improve the ride quality and extend the lifespan of the roadway.

• Another project will consist of improving the geometry of the roadway and extending the existing truck climbing lanes at the crest of Crooks Hill on U.S. Highway 95. It is located north of Moscow from milepost 354.60 to milepost 357.15 on US-95 just north of the US-95 and SH-66 junction. This project is slated for construction in 2029 and it will improve safety and enhance the mobility of the traveling public.

• The Rapid River Bridge to Riggins project on U.S. Highway 95 will entail curve improvements for ride quality and a minor widening to accommodate the installation of shoulder barriers for improved safety. Construction is slated for 2029 and the site will be located south of Riggins on US-95 from MP 191.17 to 194.36.

Comments will be taken until July 31 and can be e-mailed to itipcomments@itd.idaho.gov or mailed to: Office of Communication, P.O. Box 7129, Boise, Ida. 83707. 

Project selection is determined through technical data, as well as input from local officials and residents.

Transportation projects included in the draft ITIP range from large-scale interstate improvements to smaller projects like the installation of a new guardrail. Projects are located throughout Idaho’s 44 counties and involve all modes of transportation.

Idaho, McCall Receive $2.9M RAISE Grant for Corridor Design

ITD and the city of McCall were recently awarded a RAISE (Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity) grant of $2.9M for the SH-55 and Deinhard/Boydstun corridor design to address improvements that will create a more efficient intrastate highway system for travelers. and create affordable multi-modal transportation options. Project planning is expected to begin in 2024/25.

The RAISE grant program supports communities of all sizes as part of the President’s Investing in America agenda.

ITD applied for the grant on February 17 and received word from the Federal Highway Administration on June 28 that the grant had been awarded.

“ITD District 3 looks forward to working with the city of McCall to enhance quality of life through transportation,” said D3 District Engineer Caleb Lakey.

The project will specifically address reduction of energy consumption, air and water quality improvement, greenhouse gases reduction, increased safety, support for local and regional commerce, and the promotion of public health.

“This project will include study and planning of strategies and infrastructure improvements needed to improve safety for all transportation types, whether McCall is a final destination or users are just passing through,” the application states.

It also would protect Payette Lake, McCall’s sole source of drinking water and a primary tourist attraction, against the transport of hazardous materials by rerouting those trucks away from the downtown corridor and lakefront. This is especially important because increased mining in the

southwest corner of Valley County is estimated to increase by 52-66 trips per day the number of loads rolling past the lake containing HazMat

The project improves mobility and community connectivity, energy efficiency, quality of life, environmental considerations, and even benefits to housing affordability through development of transportation options geared toward a workforce largely located outside the town. Identification of appropriate locations for EV charging stations also will be considered as

part of the project.

It is the result of a close working partnership between ITD and the city of McCall that works collaboratively toward shared goals of providing a safe and efficient highway route for freight and intrastate traffic while providing safe and effective multi-modal transportation options in the McCall downtown core.

The project also aligns with Valley County’s vision for regional transportation, and dovetails with the city’s “Access McCall” and “Complete Streets” principles. 

The Idaho Transportation Department released its draft Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP). The 2024-2030 ITIP outlines the state’s transportation priorities and guides investment decisions for the next seven years.

WSDOT Crews Begin Making Repairs On SR 504 Slide

Following the South Coldwater Slide on State Route 504, also called Spirit Lake Memorial Highway, at Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, initial cleanup work has started.

On Monday, June 26, contractors working for the Washington State Department of Transportation began an emergency contract for slope stabilization, critical site cleanup and reestablishing basic connectivity for SR 504 to the Johnston Ridge Observatory.

This work will help with recovering stranded vehicles, support U.S. Forest Service infrastructure repairs, restore power and fiber communications with Mount St. Helens monitoring instruments and allow engineers to conduct field reconnaissance necessary for designing an eventual permanent solution in the coming years.

Shortly after 9 p.m. Sunday, May 14, more than 300,000 cu. yds. of debris from an adjacent hillside fell approximately 2,000 ft. above SR 504 and covered the roadway with rock, mud, ice and water, causing catastrophic damage to the 85-ft. Spirit Lake Outlet Bridge at milepost 49.

“Recovery work to clear debris and rebuild the bridge at this location will take some time, but we are looking forward to these first few steps,” said WSDOT Assistant Regional Administrator for Development and Delivery Devin Reck. “While access to the Johnston Ridge Observatory will not be restored for public use this summer season, we plan on making the most of the fair weather to gather necessary information and begin work to design a permanent solution.”

This emergency contract, expected to complete in early August, will create temporary administrative access to the Johnston Ridge Observatory, but the road will not be open to the public this summer. The current closure point for vehicle traffic is the gate located at milepost 45.2, also known as the winter gate. WSDOT annually closes this upper portion of SR 504 at the winter gate each fall because the elevation and geography make it dangerous to clear the roadway. The emergency work is being done by Scarsella Brothers Inc.

Timeline

• May 14, 2023: A debris slide washed out a portion of the highway and bridge at milepost 49.0;

• May 15, 2023: The upper section of SR 504 is closed at milepost 43.0;

• June 16, 2023: Closure point of SR 504 is moved to

This work will help with recovering stranded vehicles, support U.S. Forest Service infrastructure repairs, restore power and fiber communications with Mount St. Helens monitoring instruments and allow engineers to conduct field reconnaissance necessary for designing an eventual permanent solution in the coming years.

milepost 54.2, also called the winter gate, and will remain throughout the 2023 summer season.

• June 26, 2023: Emergency contract work begins for initial clean up and vehicle recovery.

Background

In 1980, the north face of Mount St. Helens slid away and triggered a massive eruption that created a lahar, or a slide made up of wet volcanic mud and debris, that devastated the North Fork Toutle River. This event caused extensive damage to approximately 25 mi. of SR 504, including seven of the eight major bridges, leaving only the Kid Valley bridge intact due to its clearance. The segment between Toutle and Kid Valley was buried under 6 feet of sediment, leading to the closure of the highway beyond Toutle. To manage the situation, Weyerhaeuser installed a roadblock and turnaround loop.

Recognizing the significance of this area, the federal government officially designated it as the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument in 1982. Simultaneously, the state government honored the victims of the eruption by des-

ignating SR 504 as the Spirit Lake Memorial Highway. To cater to the increasing interest from tourists, a visitor center was established at Silver Lake in 1987. However, the highway remained closed beyond the sediment dam located near milepost 21.

In pursuit of enriching experiences and facilitating greater access to the region, an ambitious construction project for a new highway began in 1988. This undertaking aimed to offer travelers captivating scenic viewpoints along with volcanic educational opportunities. As a result, several notable visitor centers were established along the highway to enhance the overall journey. The Science and Learning Center at Coldwater Creek, situated at milepost 43, opened its doors to the public in 1993, providing a wealth of educational opportunities. Building on this success, the renowned Johnston Ridge Observatory welcomed visitors in 1997. Sitting at the end of SR 504, this unique vantage point is located just in five and a half miles from the crater, which was created after the eruption of the volcano in 1980, and offers wonderful views of the crater and the surrounding area.

These remarkable achievements along with the highway expansion beyond the sediment dam added an impressive 30-mile extension, ultimately reaching milepost 51. This extension not only increased accessibility but also opened up new vistas and opportunities for exploration along the highway. 

(All photos courtesy of WSDOT.)

On Monday, June 26, contractors working for the Washington State Department of Transportation began an emergency contract for slope stabilization, critical site cleanup and reestablishing basic connectivity for SR 504 to the Johnston Ridge Observatory.

Shortly after 9 p.m. Sunday, May 14, more than 300,000 cu. yds. of debris from an adjacent hillside fell approximately 2,000 ft. above SR 504 and covered the roadway with rock, mud, ice and water.

The storm caused catastrophic damage to the 85-ft. Spirit Lake Outlet Bridge at milepost 49.

ASV Introduces Two Forestry Compact Track Loaders

ASV introduced the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry PosiTrack compact track loaders at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023.

The new VT-100 compact track loader is a vertical lift machine that excels in loading and grading applications in landscaping and construction. The VT-100 Forestry is suited for mulching, right-of-way clearance, site prep and more. The models include elevated comfort, visibility and performance features.

“The introduction of these two new loaders reinforces our reputation as a compact track loader specialist,” said Buck Storlie, product manager of the ASV brand.

“They are the perfect option for those looking for a little more power than the RT-75 without having to go to the heavy hitter of all CTLs — the RT-135. The lifting capabilities, pushing power and hydraulic flow of the new VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry is sure to impress.”

Power

ASV’s VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry come equipped with a 103.5 hp Tier IV Final Yanmar diesel engine and standard 40 gpm high flow. The loaders’ large line sizes, hydraulic coolers and direct-drive pumps transfer more flow and pressure directly to the attachment and reduce power loss.

The VT-100 features a 3,500-lb. rated operating capacity and 10,286-lb. tipping load while the VT-100 Forestry includes a 3,700-lb. rated operating capacity and a 10,571-lb. tipping load.

The models feature ASV’s Posi-Track rubber track suspension. Known for its smooth ride, the dual-level suspension of the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry features both suspended wheels and axles, allowing it to manage every type of terrain and at faster speeds. The suspended wheels and fully flexible track conform to the ground, assuring maximum ground contact and traction, according to the manufacturer.

Performance

The new models include several optional efficiencyenhancing features to improve the operator experience and overall productivity. These intuitive features help improve productivity on the job site and level out the learning curve

for new operators to expedite the training process.

The load-sensing system offers both improved efficiency and fuel savings. The system regulates the 40-gpm hydraulic pump, so it only produces what’s necessary to complete the work rather than using maximum flow all the time.

The work-tool positioner allows operators to create a preset for the angle of the attachment based on the task at hand, allowing return to position at the push of a button. Similarly, return-to-position technology complements the work tool positioner by allowing operators to set a designated height for the loader arms. The features can be paired together or used independently to adjust to the needs of the job site.

Operators can move material more quickly with less loss with the VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry’s self-leveling and ride-control features. Self-leveling technology uses dualdirection capabilities to automatically level the load both while raising the loader arms and — unlike many other CTLs — while lowering them. Speed-sensitive ride control offers operators the convenience of enhanced material retention at higher speeds without needing to actively switch the feature off while switching to more slow-moving applications, such as grading.

Auto 2-speed rounds out the efficiency-enhancing features for the new models. The feature allows the compact track loader to shift automatically between low and highspeed modes. This creates a more seamless transition between the two modes, providing operators improved control while working in tight places, grading or in other applications that require finite control, the manufacturer said.

Additionally, the compact track loaders boost jobsite productivity with travel speeds up to 9.3 mph. A low 4.0 psi ground pressure from both models allows smooth performance on sensitive, unstable surfaces.

Comfort, Operator Experience

The new models prioritize comfort and operator experience with 360-degree visibility and a 7-in. color display for improved convenience on the job site. The vibrant color display provides vital monitoring tools, shows the view from the backup camera, and integrates with service schedules and history for added convenience. Operators can work

longer days in comfort with a standard fully adjustable suspended seat. The smooth ride allowed by ASV’s Posi-Track undercarriage contributes to more comfort on bumpy terrain. A removable roof hatch on both models maximizes safety on both models. The VT-100 Forestry features forestry-rated guarding around the light and radiator as well as a built-in limb riser. Operator safety is a priority with the machine featuring forestry-level operator protective structures, impact falling object and rollover ISO standards.

The VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry also will include optional remote-control capabilities. The remote is available as a factory or field-install option and allows operators to control the loader from a distance with a harness-mounted control box. The new feature improves operator safety in potentially dangerous situations such as on steep slopes. It also increases operator independence when they may benefit from a larger view of the job site during operation or the ability to complete tasks outside of the loader without needing to get in and out of the cab.

Serviceability

ASV stands behind the reliability of its Posi-Track loaders with a two-year, 2,000-hour warranty. The warranty includes a no-derailment guarantee and covers the tracks for the entire warranty period.

Ease of serviceability also will stand out to operators with convenient features such as easily accessible daily checkpoints and removable skid plates for quick cleaning when needed. The VT-100 and VT-100 Forestry include threepanel engine access plus a swing-out radiator that requires no tools to open for simple access to daily check points.

Just as the two new compact track loaders feature a Yanmar Tier-IV Final engine, the new compact track loader also incorporates Yanmar’s optional SMARTASSIST telematics system. SMARTASSIST features range from error detection and notification to real-time operational status updates and daily work reports. The telematics system also includes integrated theft protection, allowing the machine’s owner to set a range from a specific location and trigger an alert if that range is exceeded.

For more information, visit www.asvi.com. 

The new VT-100 compact track loader is a vertical lift machine that excels in loading and grading applications in landscaping and construction.

The VT-100 Forestry is suited for mulching, right-of-way clearance, site prep and more.

Washington Receives $130M in Federal Funds for Projects

PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (AP) The federal government is chipping in approximately $130 million to support several Washington state projects that range from replacing a storm-damaged breakwater at a Port Orchard marina to helping a Native American tribe move from ancestral villages threatened by rising seas on the Pacific Coast.

The money comes from a federal grant fund expanded in President Joe Biden’s $1 trillion infrastructure plan. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Democratic U.S. Sens. Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell and other officials visited the Port Orchard marina recently to discuss the spending.

Approximately $25 million will pay for a nearly 4-mi. loop road to help the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe on the southwest Washington coast relocate upland to allow future development and mitigate the effects of sea-level rise.

Another $17 million will be used to construct recreational trails around western Washington, connecting Bainbridge Island on Puget Sound to the Pacific Coast at La Push.

Approximately $9.4 million will support the replacement of the Port Orchard

Marina’s breakwater, which is about 20 years past its serviceable lifespan. Built in the 1970s, the breakwater protects marina facilities, tribal fishing boats, daily ferry transit, emergency response vessels and the only marine fuel facility within 16 mi.

But storm damage has left it closed to the public and despite repairs and maintenance, it faces increased threats from rising seas and more intense weather because of climate change. The federal grant will cover more than half of its $15.7 million replacement

cost.

“We’re one good storm away from losing that breakwater,” said Jim Rothlin, chief executive officer of the Port of Bremerton, which oversees the marina.

Buttigieg toured the Mukilteo Ferry Terminal earlier with Murray and Gov. Jay Inslee. The state has been working to modernize and electrify Washington’s ferry system, which has seen its share of woes in recent years.

Since 2021, staffing shortages, boat repairs and COVID-19 outbreaks have led to reduced service on Seattle routes and cancellations. A ferry crash reduced the Fauntleroy-Vashon Island-Southworth route to one boat.

Facing questions from reporters about the state of nation’s largest ferry system, Inslee said Washington is working on getting more boats built — three jumbo class ferries that will be converted to electric and five new boats approved for financing by state lawmakers.

“The boats are on the way,” Inslee said. “We have contracts outstanding. In the next few weeks, we will have proposals we hope to actually build these boats, and we hope to be soon laying those keels.” 

Colman Dock Construction Earns AASHTO Award Honors

Nine state department of transportation projects from the western region of the United States won coveted 2023 America’s Transportation Awards for their dynamic contributions to the nation’s transportation infrastructure.

Hailing from Texas, Utah, South Dakota, Washington State, Arizona, and Nebraska, those winning projects were carefully selected from a pool of 20 regional nominations submitted by state departments of transportation of the Western Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (WASHTO).

One of those winning projects was the construction of Colman Dock in the Quality of Life/Community Development, Large Category.

The $467 million terminal provides a vital connection on both sides of Puget Sound to jobs, businesses and recreational activities. Over its 50 year life, the dock became “seismically deficient,” making it increasing vulnerable to earthquake damage.

The Washington State

Department of Transportation replaced the aging Colman Dock to better serve pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers and provide a critical link for continued economic growth. Furthermore, as it is located on the bustling Seattle waterfront, the new Colman Dock is part of the extensive tourist industry while also serving commuter and freight transport needs

as it serves as a maritime extension of the state’s highway system.

Crews began construction work in 2017 to replace the seismically vulnerable terminal at Colman Dock. Since that time, the project has reached multiple milestones:

• Completed the southern third of the new terminal building, which opened in September 2019;

• Launched work on the second

and final phase of terminal building construction,

• Constructed a temporary pedestrian overpass at Columbia Street to the terminal, which allows people to bypass busy Alaskan Way;

• Completed the new overhead loading passenger structure for slip 3, on the north end of the terminal;

• Constructed the foundation of the new trestle for current and

future vehicle holding, with a total of 500 new steel piles and concrete to meet seismic and operating requirements;

• Built the new passenger-only ferry terminal on the south side of Colman Dock for the King County Water Taxi and the Kitsap Transit Passenger Only Ferry boats. 

(All photos courtesy of WSDOT.)

A total of $17 million will be used to construct recreational trails around western Washington, connecting Bainbridge Island on Puget Sound to the Pacific Coast at La Push.

The Washington State Department of Transportation replaced the aging Colman Dock to better serve pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers and provide a critical link for continued economic growth. Crews began construction work in 2017 to replace the seismically vulnerable terminal at Colman Dock.

Crews Construct Stronger, More Efficient Bridge in Yamhill

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Since beginning the construction on the new steel girder and concrete structure, crews have faced two significant challenges, pushing back the scheduled completion date from Sept. 2023 to about Dec. 2023, Keys said.

“One of them was pile driving. In Dec. 22., we hit really hard ground and weren’t able to penetrate through the soil. So we basically had figure out a new method to drive the pile to the depth we wanted it. We had to go back to our internal team and figure out how we can get this to work. The original intent was to drive with a closedend pile. We basically ended up determining we needed to change to an open-end pile and then we had to do auguring to get the pile down to the depth.” That delayed the project by about a month and a half and added about $200,000 to the budget.

The second challenge involved water. Much of the project is a wetland, requiring numerous permits and requiring a sediment barrier. It’s also set in an area of a great deal of farmland.\

“Something unique about this particular area is that there are privately controlled dams on both the upstream and downstream,” Keys said. “The local farmers control that and that made predicting the waterflow pretty difficult. The contractor would have to communicate with the farmers. The flow doesn’t necessarily impact the work, but the water levels might. The contractors staging their equipment need to know where they are allowed. If water levels raise significantly, it could wash away equipment, debris could go everywhere.”

That’s exactly what happened last winter after Yamhill County experienced heavy rainstorms and flooded the area. “It rained very hard and very quick,” Keys said. “The water level went way higher than we would think,” Keys said. “There was a bunch of debris everywhere. The contractor had to spend three to five shifts just cleaning everything. That was also a delay we couldn’t control.”

The new bridge will be wider than the original bridge with a standard guardrail. The original bridge, Keys noted, “really wasn’t safe, just timber with a skimpy rail.” The new bridge will also be raised out of the flood zone and is designed to withstand a major earthquake, an event scientists say is not an “if” but “when.”

The Cascadia Subduction Zone, a 621mile fault is located off of the Oregon Coast. ODOT is currently working to update all of the state’s bridges to withstand major seismic activity, Keys said. 

(All photos courtesy of Oregon Department of Transportation.)

The original wood Salt Creek Bridge — also known as Ash Swale — was installed in 1951 and expected to be in service for approximately 50 years. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) managed to squeeze an extra 20 years out of it through regular maintenance and repairs.

“We hit really hard ground and weren’t able to penetrate through the soil,” said Douglas Keys, assistant resident engineer, ODOT Area 3. “So we basically had figure out a new method to drive the pile to the depth we wanted it. We had to go back to our internal team and figure out how we can get this to work.”

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Komatsu Forestry Production Achieves Carbon Neutrality

June 26 is a historic date for Komatsu Forest, since this is when the company’s production at Klockarbäcken in Umeå became completely carbon neutral.

Komatsu Group has a vision of being carbon neutral by 2050. This applies to both the production and use of Komatsu machines.

This vision also was evident when designing Komatsu Forest's new production facility. The company moved into its new facilities in 2021 and ever since then the business has been close to achieving the target to become carbon neutral.

Due to the dismantling of operations in the old premises, securing that all energy bought is climate neutral, and the fact that the wheel loaders used in the company's production are no longer fueled with diesel, the company has now achieved the coveted goal of a carbon-neutral production.

From June 26, all vehicles in production, including the forest machines that the company manufactures, will be fueled with HVO100, i.e. biodiesel made from renewable raw materials in the form of waste and residual products.

The introduction of HVO100 is an initiative that the Komatsu Group is imple-

menting at all its factories in Europe during spring and early summer 2023.

“We are extremely proud that we are now achieving carbon-neutral production of our forest machines,” said Jens Bengtsson, CEO of Komatsu Forest. “The final and important piece of the puzzle is the introduction of HVO100. But that in no way means that we are finished.”

In the company’s quest to achieve a carbon-neutral footprint, it is now continuing to work on the development of the sustainable forest machines of the future. It is a long-term work that will take place step by step.

"It is a combination of new innovations and good collaborations with partners and suppliers that will lead us to the goal. There is a lot to do, electrification of our machines is already on the agenda and we are also following the development of fossil-free steel with great interest. For us, it is important that our business contributes to society and our way of doing that is to take the sustainability issue very seriously and work purposefully and persistently — together," Jens said.

For more information, visit www.komatsuforest.com. 

(Photo courtesy of Komatsu.)

Effective June 26, all vehicles in production, including the forest machines that the company manufactures, will be fueled with HVO100, i.e. biodiesel made from renewable raw materials in the form of waste and residual products.

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