Fall has arrived in the northwest with rainy weather and shorter days. The darker and wetter season leads to more collisions on our our streets, so please be extra aware no matter how you get around. Tonight, be extra mindful that Trick-or-Treaters will be out and about, and that the drizzly… [ Keep reading ]
You may remember that back in July we told you that SDOT would be doing a large majority of our tree planting this fall. The darker mornings and rain on our windshields can only mean one thing: it’s time to plant some trees. SDOT crews were in West Seattle last… [ Keep reading ]
When multiple construction projects are working close to one another, our Construction Hub Coordination Team steps in to minimize their collective impact on mobility. Just this week, we brought contractors together to keep pedestrian access open along Dexter Ave. While completing work that makes the sidewalk next to their site too… [ Keep reading ]
SDOT is collaborating with the Growing Vine Street team to install a new public space in Belltown! This Pavement to Parks project is part of the SDOT Adaptive Streets program and will use low-cost materials to repurpose part of Taylor Ave between 5th Ave and Denny Way for the “headwaters” of the Growing Vine Street project…. [ Keep reading ]
Seattle has been selected to join Transportation for America’s (T4A) new smart cities collaborative, a joint effort to engage cities in developing efficient and affordable transportation options for all. Over the coming year, we will work with fifteen other cities to tackle the challenges related to implementing smart city policies and… [ Keep reading ]
The $930 million Levy to Move Seattle approved by Seattle’s voters last November brought much needed funding for congestion relief, transportation-related safety improvements, and maintenance and repair of Seattle’s roads and bridges. It also brought an expectation that SDOT would provide ongoing transparency and accountability for how these funds are spent… [ Keep reading ]
We’ve wrapped up work on this year’s extensive microsurfacing program! Microsurfacing is a protective seal coat that extends the life of pavement – and we’ve covered more lane miles than ever! In July and August, 63 lane miles of streets were microsurfaced in 10 Seattle neighborhoods – that’s a 33% increase in lane miles… [ Keep reading ]
A storm is sweeping through Seattle this weekend. Although we don’t know exactly how strong it’ll be, we are recommending that everyone be extra cautious, and if possible avoid commuting, during this inclement weather. If you notice a downed powerline, DO NOT touch or approach it. Please report downed wires or… [ Keep reading ]
The Burke-Gilman Trail is getting a burst of color at the once grey intersection with 40th Ave NE. With just a bit of paint, street markings, and posts, we can create low-cost curb bulbs where data and community members tell us traffic safety is a concern. Curb bulbs are effective… [ Keep reading ]
Due to the weather forecast of rain and high winds, tonight’s Pike People Street event that was scheduled from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. has been canceled until further notice. While we had anticipated and prepared for the potential for rain during our tests, the ability for people to enjoy… [ Keep reading ]
