When SDOT reconstructs and paves a roadway, why don’t they always replace all of the concrete panels? Which ones are the lucky winners and why? Basically, we replace the panels that are damaged and keep those with remaining functional life. This may appear odd because some of the panels kept… [ Keep reading ]
Paving work along Marion Street is going well, with the south side concrete curb lane between First and Third avenues now complete. Crews are working steadily up the hill, placing funny green wire things before the concrete is poured. The green “load transfer baskets,” like you see in this photo… [ Keep reading ]
Thanks for all of the thoughtful input! Because so many comments have been received, we need more than two days to consider them. Part of our process will include convening a small group of bicycle and freight interests to discuss feedback. Please check back in two weeks to learn more… [ Keep reading ]
Current configuration of the Alaskan Way Viaduct Curious about how driving through the bored tunnel may look and feel? WSDOT in partnership with SDOT, King County Metro and the Port of Seattle developed two simulation videos that are now posted to YouTube. The first video shows the current design concept… [ Keep reading ]
Marion Street paving began this week and it’s been a tightrope act balancing foot, bike, car, freight AND ferry traffic. Coordination with the Washington State Ferries started months ago and continues as we monitor the work’s status. To ease congestion construction is being phased to keep two lanes of Marion… [ Keep reading ]
We’re trying to make it easier to move around the south end of the Ballard Bridge and want to hear from you. SDOT held a small working session with bicycle, freight and pedestrian advocates and is recommending the following changes. If you bike or drive this corridor, we hope you’ll… [ Keep reading ]
