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July 3, 2025
Rainier Ave S Phase 4 Improvements Construction Update
Expect congestion at Rainier Ave. S. and S. 3rd St.
The intersection at Rainier Ave. S. and S. 3rd St. will be in flash starting Tuesday, July 8. Uniformed Police Officers (UPOs) will be present to direct traffic and ensure safety while work is underway on the traffic signal.
Suggested routes to consider when commuting:
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For Northbound traffic on Rainier, traffic could take Lake Ave. S.
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For Southbound traffic on Rainier, traffic could take Shattuck Ave. S.
Additional Road Impacts
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2nd St closure for paving to begin as soon as Monday, July 7.
Lane closures will increase significantly as paving and build-up phases of construction continue. We will do our best to notify the public of any closures within 24 hours.
Please note: Paving work is subject to weather conditions. Local access will be maintained during these temporary closures, and temporary barricades will be set up for safe passage.
Getting around during construction
As we head into the busy summer season, please know that local events may further impact traffic. For the latest information, we recommend checking the City of Renton events and Visit Renton calendar to help plan your trips accordingly.
For all traffic impacts for the week, visit rentonwa.gov/traffic. As part of the I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening project, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has several closures this summer that may impact overall traffic flow, visit WSDOT’s webpage for upcoming closures on I-405.
We will make every effort to maintain driveway access. If any closures are necessary for upgrades, property owners will be notified in advance. We appreciate your patience as our team continues to make progress on this project.
Temporary crosswalks and access points will be provided as needed until the full sidewalk installation is completed.
Please follow all pedestrian and traffic controls as work progresses.
Business Spotlight
Abyssinia Hair & Beauty Clinic – 203 S Second St Ste F, Renton
Abyssinia Hair & Beauty Clinic is doing more than hair—it’s building futures. This beloved downtown Renton business, located in the Safeway Plaza on Rainier Ave S, recently celebrated its first graduating class from the Abyssinia Beauty School—a powerful milestone in its mission to empower women through professional training in the beauty industry. These five graduates aren’t just launching careers—they’re stepping into leadership, supported by business mentorship and a pathway to entrepreneurship.
Abyssinia also offers expert braiding, holistic scalp treatments, and natural hair restoration services—and they’re open throughout construction. When you support Abyssinia, you’re supporting a movement rooted in beauty, purpose, and community.
Read more about their story in the latest blog on VisitRentonWA.com.
Week of June 30 and July 7
No work on the Fourth of July
Ongoing work along the corridor and project area, including:
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Curb, gutter, and sidewalk work continues
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Grading and paving of driveways
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Paving roadways
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Placement of lighting fixtures
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Installation of traffic signals
For the full 5 week look-ahead schedule please visit the project webpage.
Stay connected
Visit the City’s project webpage to learn more about the project and sign up for email updates to be informed of construction activities and project updates.
Still have questions? Get in touch with the project outreach team
Call the project hotline, monitored Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 425-224-2446 or email us at info@rainierconstruction.org with any questions or comments.
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