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WSDOT’s Revive I-5 construction is back in 2026. Here’s how you can continue to travel in and enjoy Seattle.

Blog stats: 1,000 words | 5-minute read At-a-glance: WSDOT’s 2026 Construction Schedule – What to Expect Upcoming Work: (Please note: dates and construction plans are subject to change due to weather conditions or other factors) The full weekend closures for work zone set up or removal are weather-dependent. Crews need… [ Keep reading ]

In 2025, SDOT Sealed the Deal. We’ve extended the life of 150+ streets with a fresh layer of protection known as slurry seal.

Blog stats: 1,200 words | 6-minute read Every year, our community sees the benefits of diligent street maintenance, and 2025 was no exception. Our annual Slurry Seal project, an essential part of maintaining our city streets, has once again provided smoother, safer streets while significantly extending pavement life. With a… [ Keep reading ]

Revive I-5 construction is here – what to expect and how to travel in Seattle

Blog stats: 550 words | 3-minute read At-a-glance: Revive I-5 construction – what to expect Stay informed: This essential preservation work helps extend the life of the Ship Canal Bridge and prevent emergency repairs in the future. Flip Your Trip & keep Seattle moving Big events and major construction are… [ Keep reading ]

WSDOT’s Revive I-5 work kicks off this summer – here’s how you can keep moving in Seattle

Blog stats: 750 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: What is Revive I-5? This summer, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will launch Revive I-5 – a multi-year rehabilitation of I-5 in Seattle. Initial work begins with several closures and lane reductions along northbound I-5, as well as more phases… [ Keep reading ]

Dr. Jose Rizal Bridge painting project preserves a timeless connection in Seattle for years to come

Blog stats: 850 words | 4-minute read At-a-glance: Why the project is needed We’re repainting the historic Dr. Jose Rizal Bridge between Chinatown-International District and Beacon Hill to ensure it stays strong and safe for generations. Regular maintenance, like repainting, prevents rust from building up and corroding the steel, keeping… [ Keep reading ]

Reporting bike facility maintenance issues is now easier than ever with Seattle’s Find It, Fix It app

Blog stats: 1,300 words | 6-minute read At-a-glance: The Seattle Department of Transportation is making it even easier for Seattle cyclists to enjoy safe, smooth rides around the city. We’re excited to introduce the new Bike Facility Maintenance category on the Find It, Fix It app – a powerful tool… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Streetcar South Lake Union Line rider alert: Closures scheduled April 3-7 and May 1-7 for system maintenance and repair work

Blog stats: 450 words | 3-minute read At-a-glance: The Seattle Streetcar South Lake Union Line is receiving needed maintenance and repairs this spring, leading to the two planned closures in April and May. We’re working closely with King County Metro to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible… [ Keep reading ]

What we’re doing to maintain and preserve the Spokane St Swing Bridge

Update (December 31, 2022)  Our crew of bridge engineers and technical experts have been in the bridge every day since the bridge was damaged during last week’s storm. Click here for a detailed update on the repairs we’ve completed so far. Click here for resources to get around during the… [ Keep reading ]

Travel Alert | Fremont Bridge closing overnight on October 28-29 for bridge deck maintenance

Editor’s Note (Oct. 25): Our crews completed significant work during the first overnight closure (October 21-22), but need another overnight closure to complete the planned bridge deck maintenance work. The next closure is scheduled from 11:59 p.m. Friday, October 28 to 6:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29. Details at-a-glance: The Fremont… [ Keep reading ]

Ahead of the September 18 reopening, crews are finishing up major maintenance work on the West Seattle Bridge

Construction crews on the West Seattle Bridge are finishing several key maintenance activities. While crews were hard at work on final bridge repairs – including epoxy crack injection, carbon-fiber wrapping, and a new post-tensioning system – we also completed various maintenance activities to prepare the bridge for reopening. By completing… Filed Under: SDOT, Traffic and Construction, West Seattle BridgeTagged With: , , , , , ,