Gig Harbor Braces For Significant Traffic Starting Wednesday

GIG HARBOR, WA — Commuters in Gig Harbor are going to want to be prepared for some significant traffic impacts this coming week.

Starting Wednesday, the intersection of Stinson Avenue and Rosedale St NW is going to be closed in all directions for 10 consecutive days. Rosedale and Stinson will also be closed to through traffic in the immediate area. The roads will remain open to locals, however.

The Gig Harbor Police Department says the closure is likely going to cause some significant traffic in the surrounding area. They're asking drivers to plan ahead and consider alternate routes if they normally pass through the area during their commute.

Here's a look at some of the suggested alternate routes from the city:

During the closure, crews will be building a new compact roundabout in the intersection, and reconstructing the intersection at Grandview/Stinson. They'll also be repaving Stinson from Grandview to Rosedale, adding sidewalk improvements along the way.

The Peninsula School District has warned that the closure is likely going to impact rides to and from schools near the construction project.

Anyone who has questions about the construction is invited to reach out to the city for more information. They encourage residents to email communications@gigharborwa.gov or call 253-579-6158 with any concerns or comments.