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West Cashmere Bridge: In-water construction window starts July 15

West Cashmere Bridge: In-water construction window starts July 15

This news item has been updated. The West Cashmere Bridge's “in-water window,” or the time allowed for Chelan County’s contractor to complete work in the Wenatchee River, begins on July 15 and runs through Sept. 30.

Posted: July 09, 2020

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County road crew will be chip sealing on Chumstick Highway

County road crew will be chip sealing on Chumstick Highway

On July 6, Chelan County road crews will be chip sealing portions of Chumstick Highway. Traffic impacts include flaggers, one-lane traffic, a pilot car leading vehicles, and a reduced speed limit to 35 mph.

Posted: July 01, 2020

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2020 chip sealing program to start June 23

2020 chip sealing program to start June 23

Chelan County road crews have been busy prepping roadways scheduled for chip sealing this year. Read where you can find out if road crews will be chip sealing in your area this summer.

Posted: June 15, 2020

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Wenatchee Heights Road project awarded to local contractor

Wenatchee Heights Road project awarded to local contractor

The Wenatchee Heights Road Improvement Project will begin Aug. 10, 2020, and take about 60 working days.

Posted: April 21, 2020

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West Cashmere Bridge, Goodwin Road close May 4

West Cashmere Bridge, Goodwin Road close May 4

The West Cashmere Bridge will be closed beginning May 4, 2020. The bridge will not be re-opened until fall 2021 when a new bridge is in place.

Posted: April 20, 2020

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Construction starts on West Malaga Road project

Construction starts on West Malaga Road project

UPDATE (5/14/2020): Motorists should plan for delays of up to 30 minutes in the project area on May 18-19.

Posted: March 19, 2020

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Skip a trip to the office; submit your permit online

Skip a trip to the office; submit your permit online

There's no need to visit the office if you need to submit an application to Chelan County Public Works. All applications are available online and can be submitted via email.

Posted: March 17, 2020

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Commissioners call for bids on Wenatchee Heights Road project

Commissioners call for bids on Wenatchee Heights Road project

UPDATED: The bid opening date for the Wenatchee Heights Road Improvement Project has been moved back to April 14. Construction is expected to start in August and take 60 working days.

Posted: February 26, 2020

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County awards $19.3 million contract to build new Cashmere bridge

County awards $19.3 million contract to build new Cashmere bridge

UPDATED: A $19.3 million contract was awarded to SB Structures of Seattle for the construction of the new West Cashmere Bridge. An open house planned for the project has been cancelled.

Posted: February 25, 2020

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 05
    Jun 2024
    09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Hearing Examiner - June 5, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    By Zoom Video Conference or in person call 509-667-6518
  • 05
    Jun 2024
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on June 5, 2024.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, ES Conference Room.
  • 22
    May 2024
    06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

    Planning Commission - May 22, 2024

    Posted by: Community Development

    400 Douglas Street