Anticipated activities

• Completing the ramps and roadways connecting SR 99 and local surface streets to the new SR 99 tunnel.

Construction details

• A single lane of E. Frontage Rd from S. Atlantic St to Royal Brougham Way will be closed through summer for drainage, illumination and road work.

• Traffic shifts will also be in place on Royal Brougham Way west of First Ave. S. this summer.

Contact

• Lead agency: Washington State Department of Transportation
• Project contact information: 1-888-298-5463
• Website: www.alaskanwayviaduct.org

Washington State Ferries is replacing the aging and seismically vulnerable parts of Colman Dock in Seattle in order to maintain its critical role as a regional transportation hub. Project construction began in 2017 and will continue through early 2023. The terminal will remain open throughout construction. The contractor will complete most work from barges on the water, however, construction work zones on the dock will limit vehicle holding capacity. Ferry service will maintain the same number of daily sailings as the current schedule.

What's happening now?

This summer, work will take place on both the south and north sides of Colman Dock. A portion of the existing terminal building will be demolished. Crews will begin in-water pile removal and installation as soon as this August, lasting through mid-February.

People who drive onto a ferry will enter at South Jackson Street from northbound or southbound Alaskan Way. There are no terminal access changes for people walking or biking on. This configuration will remain in effect until the project is complete in early 2023. View monthly Colman Dock Project construction updates to stay up to date.

When?

July 2018 – summer 2019

Where?

Alaskan Way between Madison Street and South Jackson Street

What to expect?

• Colman Dock remains open
• Demolition of part of the terminal building begins summer 2018
• In-water work begins August 2018
• All drive-on customers, including cars, trucks, vanpools and motorcycles enter from S. Jackson St. Passenger pickup and drop-off access will remain via Madison St. There are no changes to access for people walking or biking onto the ferry.
• The passenger-only ferry facility has been temporarily relocated to the north side of Colman Dock. Passengers enter from Alaskan Way between Madison and Marion streets. The new passenger-only ferry facility is scheduled to open on the south side of Colman Dock in early 2019.

Contact

• Washington State Ferries (WSF)
• Broch Bender, WSF Communications
• ColmanDockProject@wsdot.wa.gov
• 206-515-3870
• http://www.Bit.ly/ColmanDock

The City of Seattle is building a modern streetcar system that will provide new mobility options, support economic growth, and strengthen connections in Seattle’s densest neighborhoods.

The Center City Connector will link the existing South Lake Union and First Hill streetcar lines, creating a new north-south connection across downtown. When complete, 5 miles and 23 stations of convenient streetcar service will be available to access hundreds of key destinations, including Pike Place Market, Colman Dock, and Link light rail.

What's happening now?

On March 30, Mayor Jenny A. Durkan directed the City of Seattle to halt the ongoing projects related to the Center City Connector Streetcar, except for work on seismically vulnerable water mains, pending an independent review. While conducting a preliminary assessment, it was discovered that the proposed project could face a significant capital shortfall. As a result, the City also has initiated an independent investigation of the project’s management to date.

"The City of Seattle has a critical obligation to spend taxpayer dollars wisely and an equal obligation to transparency," said Mayor Durkan. "There are too many questions about the true costs of this project and the risks to taxpayers, which is why we must put the brakes on this project. As your new Mayor, I will continue to scrub our budgets and act to protect taxpayers."

Water main construction is proceeding as scheduled in the Pioneer Square neighborhood. Utility construction is taking place along 1st Ave between S Jackson St and Marion St.

When?

The 1st phase of utility work in Pioneer Square will occur from fall 2017 to late 2018

• Daytime construction hours are 7AM – 5PM. Construction-related noise may be heard as early as 6:30 AM as crews refuel equipment and begin staging for the day.
• Nighttime construction hours are 5PM – 7AM

Where?

• 1st Ave S between S Jackson St and Marion St

What to expect through June 2018

• Northbound lane closures along 1st Ave between S Jackson St and Columbia St. Intersections and a southbound lane will be open during the day with intermittent closures. Northbound 1st Ave is detoured at S Jackson St.
• Parking is removed along 1st Ave from S Jackson St to Marion St
• Closure of the parking lane on the north side of S Main St between 1st Ave S and Alaskan Way S for construction staging
• Closure of the parking lane on the south side of James St between Yesler Way and 2nd Ave for construction staging
• Sidewalks will remain open during construction
• Planned temporary water shutdowns for some customers

Contact

• Center City Connector outreach team
• centercitystreetcar@seattle.gov
• 24-hr hotline: (206) 400-7578
• https://seattlestreetcar.org/center-city-connector/construction-updates/

The Waterfront Seattle project is rebuilding Pier 62, including replacing the aging wood pilings and deck, and provide new railings, lighting, utilities and a floating dock. During construction, the pier is closed to the public.

What's happening now?

• Work began in December 2017 and is anticipated to be complete late 2019
• Typical work hours are 7 AM to 5 PM, with occasional weekend work
• The pier will be closed throughout construction to maintain a safe work zone
• Work includes upland road and utility work as well as in-water work on the pier
• During construction, you may experience periods of increased noise, dust and vibration, especially during pile driving operations

When?

Fall 2017 – Late 2019

Where?

West side of Alaskan Way between Pike St and Lenora St

What to expect

• Noise, dust and vibrations
• Pier 62 will be closed to the public
• Alaskan Way will remain open to two-way traffic. Pedestrians and cyclists will be detoured to the east side of Alaskan Way

Contact

• Seattle Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects 
• info@waterfrontseattle.org
• 206-499-8040
• waterfrontseattle.org/Construction

The Waterfront Seattle project is conducting underground utility work in multiple locations along the waterfront between Pike and Columbia streets, primarily in the parking area. This work must be completed now before the travel lanes are shifted this fall to prepare for viaduct removal in 2019.

What’s happening now?

• Upcoming work on Madison Street in early August (see map)
• Typical work hours are 7 AM – 5 PM, Monday – Friday and Saturday, 9 AM - 5 PM
• Occasional overnight work
• Business access will not be interrupted

When?

• Winter 2018 – Fall 2018

Where?

• Madison Street between Alaskan Way and Western Avenue

What to expect

• Pedestrians and bicyclists may be detoured
• Construction equipment and vehicles moving in and out of the work zone
• Construction trucks and equipment may be noisy; the most significant noise coming from vacuum trucks loading utilities

Contact

• Lead agency: Seattle Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects
• Email: info@waterfrontseattle.org
• Phone: 206-499-8040
• Website: waterfrontseattle.org/construction

To accommodate new two-way transit service on Columbia St following the demolition of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, the Seattle Department of Transportation is reconstructing Columbia St between 1st Ave and 3rd Ave.

What's happening now?

Work on the south side of Columbia St is near completion. Remaining work includes traffic signal wiring and street lighting installation, the last segment of HMA paving on the corridor, re-channelizing the roadway and installing new signage.

When?

Dec. 2017 – Summer 2018

Where?

Columbia St between 1st Ave and 3rd Ave

What to expect

• Potential weekend driveway and full street closures
• Goal is to keep at least two lanes of Columbia St open

Contact

• Seattle Department of Transportation
• Ching Chan
• columbia@seattle.gov
• 206-316-2545
• www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/transit-program/2-way-columbia

Anticipated activities

• Upgrading traffic signals at the intersection of Alaskan Way/Pine St to accommodate traffic shifts associated with the closure of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, demolition of the Viaduct and construction of the Waterfront Seattle project

Construction details

• Additional information on Colman Dock access will be shared soon

Contact

• Lead agency: Seattle Office of the Waterfront
• Email: info@waterfrontseattle.org
• Phone: 206-499-8040
• Website: waterfrontseattle.org/overview

This information was last updated: 11-20-17

Anticipated activities

• Prep work along Alaskan Way to prepare for the late summer/fall 2018 shift of Alaskan Way from beneath the viaduct to the west side of the viaduct. This shift will allow Alaskan Way to remain open once viaduct removal begins.

Construction details

• Crews will be working on Alaskan Way at cross-street intersections between Yesler Way and University Street conducting signal and utility work. Access to Colman Dock will be maintained throughout the work.

Contact

• Lead agency: Washington State Department of Transportation
• Phone: 1-888-298-5463
• Website: www.alaskanwayviaduct.org

This information was last updated: 8-3-18

Starting in early August, the Waterfront Seattle project is repairing the north side of Columbia Street between 1st and Post avenues to prepare for the Alaskan Way Viaduct removal in 2019.

What’s happening now?

• Areaway repair work on the north side of Columbia Street between 1st and Post avenues
• Work consists of filling the areaway under the sidewalk with lightweight concrete fill, replacing the sidewalk above and improving entryways to businesses on Columbia Street

When?

• Starting in early August. Project is planned to be completed in September
• Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM, occasional night and/or weekend work may occur

Where?

• North side of Columbia Street (south side of the Colman Building) between 1st and Post avenues

What to expect

• Pedestrians may be detoured
• Business access will be maintained
• No vehicular access to Columbia between 1st and Post avenues
• SR 99 on-ramp will remain open and accessible
• Construction equipment and vehicles moving in and out of the work zone
• Construction trucks and equipment may be noisy; the most significant noise coming from breaking and removing concrete

Contact

• Lead agency: Seattle Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects
• Email: info@waterfrontseattle.org
• Phone: 206-499-8040
• Website: waterfrontseattle.org/construction

The Waterfront Seattle project is demolishing the Harborscapes building located at Alaskan Way and Pine Street. This work must be completed this summer to prepare for viaduct removal in 2019.

What’s happening now?

• Demolition of Harborscapes building, located at Alaskan Way and Pine Street (see map)

When?

• Preparation for demolition will take a few weeks, starting in early August
• The actual demolition of the building will occur over approximately one week

Where?

• Pine Street directly east of Alaskan Way

What to expect?

• Construction equipment and vehicles moving in and out of the work zone
• Expect noise and dust
• Alaskan Way will remain open to two-way traffic
• Bike/pedestrian access maintained on east side of Alaskan Way

Contact

• Lead agency: Seattle Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects
• Email: info@waterfrontseattle.org
• Phone: 206-499-8040
• Website: waterfrontseattle.org/overview