|
In this update:
We’re sharing an update that the planned weeknight closures of the eastbound SR 520 off-ramp to Montlake Boulevard (Oct. 13 –16) and the weekend closure of eastbound SR 520 from I-5 to Montlake Boulevard (Oct. 17 – 20) are cancelled. These closures will be rescheduled for a later date.
These closures were planned so crews could begin removing parts of the existing eastbound off-ramp to Montlake Boulevard. This will give them the space needed to build a new, temporary off-ramp to Montlake Boulevard. Once the temporary ramp is complete, eastbound traffic will switch onto it, and the existing ramp will be removed.
This future traffic shift will be a significant change for drivers, and we want to get it right. We’ll share an updated scheduled once all preparations are in place. It will take at least two of these weekend closures to successfully complete this traffic switch. Be sure to check sr520construction.com and future updates here for the latest information.
Before construction began for the Portage Bay Bridge and Roanoke Lid Project, WSDOT and Skanska developed a Tree and Vegetation Management and Protection Plan (TVMPP) as part of the Section 106 Programmatic Agreement. The Tree and Vegetation Management and Protection Plan:
- Describes project-specific management practices to preserve, protect and avoid affecting trees and other vegetation within a project’s construction area.
- Identifies ways to limit effects on vegetation during construction and establishes an implementation plan to ensure best practices are followed.
- Outlines specific areas where we need to remove, protect and restore trees.
The trees initially identified for removal in the July 2024 TVMPP were based on WSDOT’s conceptual design. Since Skanska came on board and progressed the design, they’ve identified additional trees that need to be removed for several reasons, including:
- Construction of the Harvard Connection bike and pedestrian path.
- Reconstruction of the East Roanoke Street/Delmar Drive East/11th Avenue East intersection, including future sidewalk, ADA ramp, curb and planter area improvements.
- Utility connections along East Roanoke Street, west of the Delmar overpass, and near the Boyer Stairs.
- Design refinements to the Roanoke lid area and some of the lid’s stair and ramp connections.
Linked on our Construction Corner website is a summary of these recent changes and updates to the Portage Bay Project’s Tree and Vegetation Management and Protection Plan since July 2024. This document also includes further details and justification for the project’s need to remove additional trees within the limits of construction.
We understand that trees and natural areas are integral to Seattle and are beloved by nearby neighbors. We intend to limit tree removal as much as possible, while still providing construction crews with the space needed to build the project. You can read more about our process and policies for removing and replacing trees in our Tree and Vegetation Removal FAQ.
For questions, please call our 24-hour hotline at 206-319-4520 or email us at SR520bridge@wsdot.wa.gov.
Back in March, we shared news that we had acquired the property at 2575 West Montlake Place East. This house is located just south of the eastbound SR 520 off-ramp to Montlake Boulevard. In August, we shared another update that WSDOT plans to demolish the house and build an access road to the south work trestle in Portage Bay.
Beginning this week (week of Oct. 13) crews will start preparing the property for demolition, including removing a few trees, erosion control setup and securing the property with fencing.
Demolishing the house will likely take several days. During this work, nearby neighbors can expect:
- Work hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. However, typical working hours will likely be from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Noise from dump trucks, excavators and other large equipment.
- Intermittent lane reductions in both directions of West Montlake Place East.
After crews demolish the home, neighbors can expect to see additional construction in the area as crews grade and pave an access road from the property to the southeast Portage Bay shoreline. Crews will use this access road to carry equipment and materials to and from the southern work trestle.
You can read our FAQ to learn more about why we bought this house, what happens after demolition and what nearby neighbors can expect during construction.
For questions, please call our 24-hour hotline at 206-319-4520 or email us at SR520bridge@wsdot.wa.gov.
Join us for our next monthly construction meeting held virtually at noon on Thursday, Oct. 23. At the meeting, you'll hear an overview of construction progress and learn about upcoming construction activities, including local street closures. Register below to attend and email sr520bridge@wsdot.wa.gov with any questions.
Missed the last Portage Bay Project monthly meeting? You can view the presentation online (PDF 5.3MB) or watch the meeting recording on YouTube.
-
Oct. 13-16: Single lane on westbound SR 520 between Montlake Boulevard and I-5 closed daily.
Check our Construction Corner map for the most up-to-date information on SR 520 closures and construction impacts.
-
Call or text our project-specific construction hotlines with pressing questions or concerns related to the:
-
Portage Bay Project: 206-319-4520
-
SR 520/I-5 Connection Project: 206-316-2559
-
Montlake Project:206-200-9484, M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
-
Call the SR 520 Program information line (206-200-9484, M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.) with general SR 520 inquiries.
-
Email SR 520 staff with your questions about the project or construction activities.
-
Visit the SR 520 Construction Corner for the most up-to-date information on closures and construction impacts.
-
Visit the SR 520 Program website to find general information about the project.
-
Email Regina Glenn, WSDOT Megaprograms Diversity and Inclusion Manager, for more information about contracting opportunities.
-
Follow us on Twitter/X and BlueSky to get key news and updates about the SR 520 program.
-
View current Montlake Project construction photos, taken continuously day and night, by mounted construction cameras
-
Share the ROTW listserv with your friends and neighbors.
Note: We combined our two SR 520 Program email lists into one. This newsletter will focus on Portage Bay Project construction and closures while also sharing other SR 520 updates. You can manage your preferences or unsubscribe anytime.
If you have difficulty understanding English, you may request language assistance services free of charge by calling (360) 705-7090 or emailing TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV.
Español - Spanish servicios de traducción Aviso a personas con dominio limitado del idioma inglés: Si usted tiene alguna dificultad en entender el idioma inglés, puede, sin costo alguno, solicitar asistencia lingüística con respecto a esta información llamando al (360) 705-7090, o envíe un mensaje de correo electrónico a: TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV.
中文 - Chinese 翻译服务 如果您难以理解英文，则请致电：(360) 705-7090，或给我们发送电子邮件： TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV，请求获取免费语言援助服务。
tiếng Việt-Vietnamese các dịch vụ dịch thuật Nếu quý vị không hiểu tiếng Anh, quý vị có thể yêu cầu dịch vụ trợ giúp ngôn ngữ, miễn phí, bằng cách gọi số (360) 705-7090 hoặc email cho chúng tôi tại: TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV.
한국어 - Korean 번역 서비스 영어로 소통하는 것이 불편하시다면, (360) 705-7090으로 전화하시거나 다음 이메일로 연락하셔서 무료 언어 지원 서비스를 요청하실 수 있습니다: TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV.
Af-soomaaliga - Somali Adeegyada Turjumaada Haddii ay kugu adag tahay inaad fahamtid Ingiriisida, waxaad, bilaash, ku codsan kartaa adeegyada caawimada luuqada adoo wacaaya (360) 705-7090 ama iimayl noogu soo dir: TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV.
русский - Russian Услуги перевода Если вам трудно понимать английский язык, вы можете запросить бесплатные языковые услуги, позвонив по телефону (360) 705-7090 или написав нам на электронную почту: TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV.
ِيَّة Arabic - اَلْعَ َرب خدمات الترجمة إذا كنت تجد صعوبة في فھم اللغة الإنجلیزیة، فیمكنك مجان ا طلب خدمات المساعدة اللغویة عن طریق الاتصال بالرقم .TitleVI@WSDOT.WA.GOV: الإلكتروني البرید عبر مراسلتنا أو)، 360) 705-7090
Thank you for signing up for the SR 520 Rest of the West news email updates. WSDOT will keep the community informed of current and planned construction activities through these updates and the tools listed above.
|
