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I-90 Trail between 84th Avenue Southeast and Shorewood Drive now open
Repair work continues between Fortuna Drive and Southeast 35th Street
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Crews are making progress on pipe repairs along the I-90 trail in north Mercer Island. Repairs between 84th Avenue Southeast and Shorewood Drive are now complete, and community access to this section of trail has been restored.
The section of trail between Fortuna Drive and Southeast 35th Street remains closed while crews work to safely complete the remaining pipe repairs. Work is expected to continue through May, and this section of trail will reopen once repair work is finished.
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Detour
During this work, pedestrians will be detoured onto a temporary gravel path along North Mercer Way, while cyclists will merge with traffic on N. Mercer Way and follow the I-90 trail where routed (see map below). Please follow all detour signs and travel slowly around the work area.
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Please follow marked detours and signs. Drivers should use extreme caution while moving through this area.
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Map of work areas with pedestrian and bike detours. The I-90 trail will be closed for pipe repair work between S.E. 35th St and Fortuna Dr. The portion of the trail between S.E. 35th St and S.E. 35th Pl will remain closed. Please follow marked detours and travel slowly around the work area. |
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Why is repair work needed?
Testing the pipe ensures the newly installed conveyance system operates as planned. Pipe testing revealed an issue that needs repairs. Crews are repairing the pipe to make sure the system operates correctly and safely to ensure reliable sewer service for your community.
We understand that these detours are inconvenient. We appreciate your patience as we work to complete construction as safely as possible. If you have questions about access, please call our construction hotline at 425-305-3578.
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Plans for final restoration
When pipe repairs are complete, crews will backfill the trail and temporarily restore the surface where the pipe was installed. Then, crews will restore all disturbed areas based on permit conditions agreed upon with the City of Mercer Island. Final paving is weather dependent and will be scheduled during the permitted paving window which runs between mid-March and mid-October. A notice with more details will be sent out, and the project website will be updated once final restoration and paving has been scheduled.
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What to expect
- Approved work hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday.
- Speed limits on North Mercer Way will reduce to 20 mph near the work area.
- All work will be performed in the public right-of-way.
- Noise, dust, and vibrations typical of an active construction project.
- Emergency vehicle access will be maintained.
- Garbage, recycling, composting, and mail service will be maintained.
- If services are interrupted, please call the project hotline at 425-305-3578.
- Construction schedules can change based on factors such as site conditions, weather, and material availability. Please visit the project website for updates.
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Learn more about this project
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