Newberry Hill Road Culvert Replacement

Kitsap County Department of Public Works is replacing a deteriorating 36-inch diameter culvert under NW Newberry Hill Rd with a fish passable concrete box culvert.

Project Update-October 17, 2024: We are pleased to announce that NW Newberry Hill Road has reopened following the completion of repair work by Seton Construction and County Staff. Despite facing setbacks due to vandalism, the teams managed to expedite the project, finishing earlier than the anticipated reopening date of November 3, 2024. Seton Construction demonstrated exceptional flexibility throughout the process, adapting to challenges and prioritizing the community's needs. Their commitment to both the project and the necessary repairs ensured the timely reopening of the road, which is now accessible to all vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Please note that minor shoulder work and temporary lane closures might occur due to ongoing utility work. We thank the community for their understanding and patience during these necessary improvements.

Project Update-September 4, 2024: NW Newberry Hill Road is now expected to reopen November 3, 2024. This follows a thorough assessment by the engineer and designer of the retaining wall that revealed the damage is more severe than initially thought. Significant structural damage was sustained, following the vandalism of equipment and the construction site. Crews will need to excavate beneath the damaged retaining wall, requiring substantial reconstruction. Additionally, the extended lead time for necessary materials has contributed to the delay. 

The Kitsap County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the incident of first-degree malicious mischief that occurred on August 23, 2024, at the culvert construction site on NW Newberry Hill Rd. and Sesame St. NW. Anyone with information leading to a suspect is asked to call 911 or Detective Dekorte at 360-337-5614.

Any questions about school transportation or bus routes should visit  ckschools.org  

Project Update-August 23, 2024: The Kitsap County Sheriff's Office is investigating a case of first-degree malicious mischief at a culvert construction site on Newberry Hill Rd. and Sesame St. NW. Someone gained access to heavy equipment overnight and used it to cause extensive damage to work underway by Kitsap County Public Works. According to the Public Works Department, a retaining wall sustained significant structural damage, and reopening the road, which remained shut down throughout the summer during construction, is unsafe. Public Works still needs to fully understand the extent of the closure. Crews will need to dig down under the wall to assess the damage and determine how to repair it. Because of the damage, the reopening of the road is being delayed. Paving at the site was set to occur on Monday, and the road was to reopen on September 4, the first day of school. Public Works has contacted Klahowya Secondary School and will work with them on a plan for their operations.

Anyone with information leading to a suspect is asked to call 911 or Det. Dekorte at 360-337-5614. Follow this link to view the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office Facebook post for additional details:  https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=381837365018881&ref=sharing 

This project will:

• Replace a failing culvert at Little Anderson Creek with a new concrete box culvert
• Enhance stream function and fish passage
• Reconnect the natural wildlife corridor
• Maintain the roadway function for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles

What to expect:

• A portion of NW Newberry Hill Rd will be temporarily closed from June 20, 2024 to September 3, 2024 (vacation period of Klahowya Secondary School).
• The closure will affect the section of the road from approximately 400 feet east of Sesame St NW to approximately 1250 feet west of Tieton Place NW
• This closure is aimed at expediting the project's completion, enhancing cost-effectiveness, and ensuring the safety of both work crews and motorists
• A detour route will be posted prior to the road closure
• Access to private driveways will not be impacted

Project Estimated Cost: $3,020,000

Project Documents:

•  Final design plans 
•  Presentation to CKCC - May 1, 2024 
•  Project Postcard 
•  'Scout Your Route' detour map 

Project Manager: Tina Nelson, knelson@kitsap.gov Outreach Coordinator: Eirik O'Neal, eoneal@kitsap.gov Kitsap1: 360.337.5777 or help@kitsap1.com

Kitsap County Department of Public Works Roads Division assures that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and as amended, and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (P.I. 100.259) be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance from the Washington State Department of Transportation.