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Interested in transportation in Manson? Take our survey!

Are you interested in future transportation in Manson and how it impacts the local schools? Please take a few minutes to complete our online survey.

Posted: September 01, 2026

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Horse Lake Road closes out of concerns for wildfires

Horse Lake Road closes out of concerns for wildfires

Out of concern for potential new wildfires and limited firefighting resources, Chelan County has closed Horse Lake Road in Wenatchee, which leads to the popular Horse Lake Reserve. No date for reopening has been determined.

Posted: August 18, 2026

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3-week closure coming to Beaver Hill in late September

3-week closure coming to Beaver Hill in late September

The project at Chumstick Highway at Beaver Hill near Plain has been delayed out of an abundance of caution and wildfire concerns. Start date is Sept. 28, with a full closure through Oct. 17.

Posted: July 27, 2026

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Road Closure: Sand Creek Road, Sept. 8

Road Closure: Sand Creek Road, Sept. 8

A contractor for Chelan County Natural Resources will begin replacing a culvert on Sand Creek Road on Sept. 8, temporarily closing access to public lands above the project.

Posted: July 02, 2026

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Closure Coming: Old Monitor Road and Main Street

Closure Coming: Old Monitor Road and Main Street

The railroad crossing in downtown Monitor – at Old Monitor Road and Main Street – will be closed July 14-15.

Posted: July 02, 2026

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Horse Lake, Burch Mountain roads to close July 1-8

Horse Lake, Burch Mountain roads to close July 1-8

The Board of County Commissioners recently passed a resolution closing the dirt portions of Horse Lake and Burch Mountain roads on July 1-8 because of concerns for drought conditions and illegal fireworks.

Posted: June 16, 2026

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Public Works driver plays a hand in saving injured eagle

Public Works driver plays a hand in saving injured eagle

A new driver with Chelan County Public Works recently came upon something surprising while out inspecting the roads in the Entiat District.

Posted: February 17, 2026

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Burch Mountain Road seasonal closure in place

Burch Mountain Road seasonal closure in place

The annual seasonal closure of Burch Mountain Road near Wenatchee is now in place. It reopens on April 1.

Posted: February 17, 2026

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Totem Pole Road improvement project to start in spring

Totem Pole Road improvement project to start in spring

Chelan County commissioners recently awarded a $2.1 million construction bid for Phase 1 of the Totem Pole Road improvement project in Manson.

Posted: February 09, 2026

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