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Route 40 Project to Maintain and Modernize Streets, Starting Construction in Fremont and Westlake this February

January 7, 2025

Blog stats: 1,300 words | 7-minute read At-a-glance: Project purpose and benefits This project will maintain and modernize critical infrastructure including streets, sidewalks, utilities, and more. As part of SDOT’s ongoing efforts to improve public transit, advance transportation safety, and support local business activity, the project includes upgrades to sidewalks,… [ Keep reading ]

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Best of the Year | SDOT’s 2024 Highlights!

January 6, 2025

Blog stats: 1,400 words | 7-minute read 2024 was a big year for the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and our work to keep you moving throughout the city. Our theme in 2024 was to Deliver Safer Streets. We completed projects large and small and worked to finish strong in… [ Keep reading ]

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SDOT Kicks Off Construction of Alaskan Way Safety Project

December 20, 2024

Project Will Enhance Safety and Accessibility on Seattle’s Waterfront Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read We have started construction on the Alaskan Way Safety Project, a collaborative partnership with the Port of Seattle and Cascade Bicycle Club. Construction started on December 2, with completion expected in summer 2025. The… [ Keep reading ]

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NE 130th & 125th St project reaches final design, supporting connections to future light rail | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

December 11, 2024

Blog stats: 900 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: Sound Transit is opening the NE 130th St light rail station in 2026 and we’re making sure that people can get there safely and comfortably. To support the 90% of light rail riders expected to get to the new station by walking,… [ Keep reading ]

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Waterfront Seattle | Waterfront bike improvements making progress

December 3, 2024

Blog stats: 600 words | 3-minute read Read our blog post about several projects around Seattle’s central waterfront. Editor’s Note: This is a blog post from the Waterfront Seattle Program. The Waterfront Seattle Program is a collaboration between the Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects and other Seattle departments including the Mayor’s… [ Keep reading ]

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Georgetown to South Park Connection project breaks ground, expands protected bike & scooter route through Georgetown | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

November 22, 2024

Blog stats: 1,600 words | 8-minute read At-a-glance: Construction has officially begun on the Georgetown to South Park Connection project. We’re building a better connection for people biking, scooting, walking, and rolling between the central areas of South Park and Georgetown. The neighborhoods are next to each other but it’s… [ Keep reading ]

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Georgetown to Downtown Safety Project breaks ground, expands protected bike & scooter route through SODO | LEVY DOLLARS AT WORK

October 30, 2024

Blog stats: 1,700 words | 8-minute read At-a-glance: Construction has officially begun on the Georgetown to Downtown Safety Project. This project is expected to bring safer streets and trails for all travelers and better connect existing trails in South Seattle. We’re excited to get to work and keep you informed… [ Keep reading ]

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Spokane St Swing Bridge (low bridge) will close October 25–27 for turn cylinder installation 

October 18, 2024

Blog stats: 1,100 words | 6-minute read  At-a-glance: The Spokane St Swing Bridge, commonly known as the low bridge, was built in 1991 and serves as a crucial link across the West Duwamish Waterway, especially for pedestrians and bicyclists. To keep the bridge reliably operating, we’re closing the low bridge… [ Keep reading ]

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Construction Begins on RapidRide J Line Project from University District to Downtown Seattle

October 8, 2024

Blog stats: 1,700 words | 8-minute read At-a-glance: Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined King County Executive Dow Constantine and local leaders at a groundbreaking ceremony for the RapidRide J Line. The project will create vital community connections, making it easier for Seattle residents, workers, and students to reach their destinations…. [ Keep reading ]

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Spokane St Swing Bridge is now fully reopened after repairs successfully completed.

September 15, 2024

The Spokane St Swing Bridge is fully reopened after our crews repaired damage from a car crash on the evening of September 14. Nearby Construction Updates and Detour Maps: Update (9/20/2024) The Spokane Street Swing Bridge reopened to vehicle traffic at 2:45 p.m. on Sept. 20. Work on the South… [ Keep reading ]

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