US 2 fully reopened between Skykomish and Leavenworth after WA flooding

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: February 11, 2026

Words: 436

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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A 50-mile stretch of U.S. 2 is now fully open between Skykomish and Leavenworth, more than a month ahead of schedule, after flooding and debris slides left the highway severely damaged.

U.S. 2 at Tumwater Canyon near Leavenworth reopened to two-way traffic late Tuesday, restoring access across Stevens Pass. This section, from mileposts 90 to 99, had been closed since the flooding in mid-December.

“When a major highway is closed, the impacts to the community, …

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