Community Notices

West Lake Union Improvement Project Construction Update
Two Week Outlook

Location/Work: Drainage work will take place from Galer Street to 1200 Westlake Avenue North over the next two weeks. Crews will continue prep and pouring of concrete between those areas as well. Outfall work will continue on Crockett and Blaine Streets. Seattle City Light will begin underground electrical pipe installation between the 2700 and 2400 blocks of Westlake Avenue North.

Note: You will notice new fencing in some areas of throughout the project. This has been done in an effort to ensure your safety during construction.

Water Work: Seattle Public Utilities water crews will continue working to renew the water services located inside the project area. They will be working between the 1500 to 1200 blocks of Westlake Avenue North.

Lane Closure/Traffic: One southbound traffic lane on Westlake Avenue North between South Lake Union and the Fremont Bridge will continue to be closed for approximately nine months during construction. Please be aware of speed limits within the construction zones, and signage that may reflect current conditions of the construction area.

Some General Impacts: Limited and sometimes no parking in the specific areas under construction; periodic limited access; lane closures and traffic flaggers on Westlake Avenue North; noise from large construction vehicles; increase in dust and mud during construction.

During construction, impacts to the surrounding community and thru traffic are to be expected. The City of Seattle requests patience and cooperation from travelers and residents. City departments will work with the community in efforts to minimize impacts and disturbances.

NOTE: 24 hours notice is the city requirement for notification of no parking areas. Although we will do our best to notify owners of parked vehicles, if you work or live in the area, please pay attention to the NO PARKING signs so that your vehicle is not ticketed or towed.

Please note that Construction for the West Lake Union Improvement project is expected to last approximately 12 months. Due to the nature of construction, schedules are likely to change. City departments will keep the community informed of the most current schedule.

For more information please check out our web site at www.cityofseattle.net/westlake. In addition, please continue to watch for upcoming notices regarding meetings and construction schedule.

For more information contact:

Karla Clark
Project Information Specialist
Seattle Public Utilities
(206) 615-0866
karla.clark@ci.seattle.wa.us