Community Notices

Railroads must tell the commission and local governments at least 10 days before doing planned work that could have a major impact on a community.

This can include closing or blocking a crossing for inspection, rebuilding, or repairs.

For more details, see WAC 480-62-305 - Railroad Community Notice Requirements.

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Template for Community Notice (Word)

Railroads submit community notices by email to: wutccommunitynotice@utc.wa.gov

Community Notices - Updated May 7, 2026

  • UPDATED: North Legg Road, Bow. USDOT 084791W. Crossing will be closed from 8:00 a.m. May 5 until 5:00 p.m. May 12 for crossing rehabilitation. BNSF Roadmaster John Barson 425-330-6757.
  • State Route 25 MP 100.3, Northport. USDOT 059063W. Crossing will be closed from 8:00 a.m. Friday May 8 until 8:00 p.m. Sunday May 10 for rebuild of track and roadbed. St. Paul & Pacific Northwest Railroad General Manager Scott Beardall, 612-791-4748. 
  • UPDATED: South Legg Road, Bow. USDOT 084789V. Crossing will be closed from 8:00 a.m. May 19 until 5:00 p.m. May 21 for crossing rehabilitation. BNSF Roadmaster John Barson 425-330-6757.
  • UPDATED: Willis Street/SR-516, Kent. USDOT 396581U. Crossing will be closed May 15-18 for full crossing rehabilitation. Union Pacific Roadmaster Vincent Ortegon 971-420-9348.
  • South 212th Street, Kent. USDOT 396575R. Crossing will be closed May 29-31 for full crossing rehabilitation. Union Pacific Roadmaster Vincent Ortegon 971-420-9348.
  • Sumner Heights Road, Sumner. USDOT 400133W. Crossing will be closed June 12-14 for full crossing rehabilitation. Union Pacific Roadmaster Vincent Ortegon 971-420-9348.
  • First Avenue North, Algona. USDOT 396594V. Crossing will be closed June 26-28 for full crossing rehabilitation. Union Pacific Roadmaster Vincent Ortegon 971-420-9348.

For questions or more details on notices, email: rail@utc.wa.gov.