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2012 NE Ravenna Blvd Paving
Last update: 4/26/12
Project Update
Starting on Monday, April 30th, SDOT will begin grinding and removing the existing asphalt pavement on the eastbound lanes of N.E. Ravenna Boulevard between 8th Avenue N.E. and University Way N.E.
This work on eastbound N.E. Ravenna Boulevard will take place in two phases, with the timeline as follows:
On Monday, April 30th, and Tuesday, May 1st, SDOT will grind and remove the existing asphalt pavement on the eastbound lanes of N.E. Ravenna Blvd. between 8th Ave. N.E. and 11th Ave. N.E. On Wednesday, May 2nd and Thursday, May 3rd, the grinding will take place from 11th Ave. N.E. to University Way N.E. Street repairs will be made following grinding.
This eastbound stretch of N.E. Ravenna Blvd. between 8th Ave. N.E. and 11th Ave. N.E. will be closed to through traffic during weekday work hours from April 30th until the end of the May. Eastbound lanes from 11th Ave. N.E. to University Way N.E. will likewise be closed to through traffic from May 2nd until the end of the month. Local access on eastbound N.E. Ravenna Blvd. will be maintained with the use of flaggers. A signed detour route will direct motorists around the work zone.
The westbound lanes of N.E. Ravenna Blvd. will remain open and available for temporary parking.
What to Expect During Grinding:
- 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. work hours
- Lane restrictions and some daytime street closures
- Parking and loading restrictions near the work zone
- Please note: Vehicles parked on the street in No Parking zones will be ticketed and towed
- Short-term cross street and driveway restrictions
- Construction noise and dust
- Uniformed police officers to keep traffic moving
What to Expect After Grinding:
- Grooved pavement and raised utility castings
- Temporary traffic channelization
- Roadway base repairs
- On-street parking restrictions 6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mon-Fri.
- Daily street closures, with local access maintained
Read our construction flyer for more information
View progress photos on Flickr
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Project Overview
 The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will repave N.E. Ravenna Blvd., between E. Greenlake Dr. N. and 15th Ave NE in 2012.
The project is funded by the “Bridging the Gap” transportation levy approved by Seattle voters in November 2006.
Project Description:
This project will resurface N.E. Ravenna Blvd. and include other minor improvements. Construction work will consist of:
- Grinding and removing the existing asphalt roadway
- Repairing select areas of the underlying concrete roadway base
- Repaving the roadway with a new asphalt layer
- Upgrading pedestrian curb ramps
- Building a new curb bulb at E. Greenlake Dr. N. and N.E. 71st St. to improve the pedestrian environment
The project will be divided into two phases to minimize construction impacts on residents and businesses and to best coordinate the construction efforts with other area projects and special events.
- Phase 1 – N.E. Ravenna Blvd. from E. Greenlake Dr. N. to 8th Ave. N.E.; March 21 through late spring, 2012.
- Phase 2 – N.E. Ravenna Blvd from 8th Ave. N.E. to 15th Ave. N.E.; late spring through fall, 2012.
Traffic Restrictions: Traffic will be reduced to one lane near work zones. During significant construction activities, such as grinding and final paving, portions of the roadway will be closed and traffic will be detoured. On-street parking will be temporarily removed and loading restrictions may be in place. Advanced notice will be provided.
The bike lane will be closed at times during construction and appropriate signage will be used to guide bicyclists through or around the work zone for the duration of the project.
Project Schedule:
Construction began March 21, 2012 and is expected to be substantially complete by fall 2012.
What to Expect During Construction:
- Lane closures
- Traffic slowdowns and detours
- Pedestrian and bike detours
- Parking and loading restrictions. [Important Note: Vehicles parked in No Parking zones may be towed.]
- Short-term driveway restrictions
- Occasional night work and street closures
- Construction noise and dust
- Some tree trimming
- Regular notices with more schedule and location specific information during construction
 
Project Contacts:
Paul Elliott, Project Communications Lead, paul.elliott@seattle.gov, (206) 684-5321
Terry Plumb, Project Manager, terrance.plumb@seattle.gov, (206) 733-9053 |
