Posted Wed, Jan 9, 2019 at 6:44 pm PTSNOQUALMIE PASS, WA - A single one-mile stretch of I-90 near Snoqualmie Pass sees more than 30 accidents per year, making it the most treacherous part of the pass, according to a new analysis by Seattle-based Davis Law Group.
An adventure over Snoqualmie Pass a.k.a. 12 miles in 90 minutes.
White Pass is open daily (snow conditions permitting including all holidays) from 8:45 am until 4 pm. Check the snow report page for the most current information. Open Thursday - Sunday and holidays from 8:30 am - 4 pm.
Snoqualmie is the English pronunciation of “sah-KOH-koh” or “Sdob-dwahibbluh,” a Salish word meaning moon. As a spiritual place, it gave birth to many legends. One tells of “S'Beow” (the beaver), who climbed into the sky to bring trees and fire down to earth.
It operates 24 hours a day.
How much does it snow in Snoqualmie Pass? Throughout the year, in Snoqualmie Pass, 406.7" (10330.3mm) of snow is accumulated.
According to the Department of Transportation, chains are required on all vehicles traveling east, except those with all wheel drive, on both westbound and eastbound I-90 at the Snoqualmie Pass Summit.
List of mountain passes in Washington (state)
| Name | Mountain range | Elevation |
|---|
| Blewett Pass | Wenatchee Mountains | 4,124 feet (1,257 m) |
| Cayuse Pass | Cascade Range | 4,833 feet (1,473 m) |
| Chinook Pass | Cascade Range | 5,440 feet (1,660 m) |
| Disautel Pass | Okanogan Highlands | 2,487 feet (758 m) |
How tall is Stevens Pass?
Best Sledding in Snoqualmie Pass, WA
- Hyak sno-park. 1.3 mi. 17 reviews.
- Summit At Snoqualmie. 1.6 mi. 116 reviews.
- Stevens Pass Mountain Resort. 28.2 mi. 183 reviews.
- Crystal Mountain Resort. 32.1 mi. 149 reviews.
- Alta Crystal Resort at Mt. Rainier. 27.6 mi.
- Molson Runner Sleds. 32.7 mi. Sledding.
- Crystal Mountain Hotels. 32.0 mi. 43 reviews.
- Motor Toys. 27.5 mi. 21 reviews.
| Blewett Pass |
|---|
| Traversed by | US 97 |
| Location | Chelan / Kittitas Counties, Washington, United States |
| Range | Wenatchee Mountains (Cascade Range) |
| Coordinates | 47°20′07″N 120°34′44″WCoordinates: 47°20′07″N 120°34′44″W |
The physical address for the falls is 6501 Railroad Ave, Snoqualmie. For reservations to the Hotel or Restaurant, please call 800-272-5474. The falls are open from sun up until sun down, every day of the year.
What do traction advisories mean? Traction Tires Advised - Oversize loads prohibited. This means oversize vehicles are restricted from roadways during severe weather conditions. Remember, in extreme weather conditions, the chain requirement may include four- and all-wheel drive vehicles.
(SVNW1) STEVENS PASS SNOTEL
| Daily Statistics (inches) |
|---|
| Min | Median | Average |
| 2.20 (1981) | 22.40 | 22.90 |
| 30 Year Average: 22.90 inches Latest Observation is 27.50 inches which is 120 % of average |
| Note: The Median/Average is based upon the 30 year period 1981 to 2010. The Min/Max is based upon the Period Of Record (POR). |
SR-410 Chinook Pass is closed for the season due to adverse road and weather conditions.
What year was I 90 completed?
| Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge |
|---|
| Design | Pontoon bridge |
| Total length | 6,620 ft (2,020 m) |
| History |
| Opened | July 2, 1940 |
The freeway has a maximum speed limit of 60 miles per hour (97 km/h) in urban areas, 65 mph (105 km/h) in mountainous areas, and 70 mph (110 km/h) in rural areas.
The western portion of I-90 crosses the Continental Divide over Homestake Pass just east of Butte, Montana, connecting major cities such as Spokane, Washington; Billings, Montana; Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and Madison, Wisconsin. Between Seattle and Beloit, I-90 is an Interstate without tolls.
