July 2026

Sewer work continues near Lowman Beach Park

Crews are repairing sewer pipes near the northeast corner of Lowman Beach Park and along Beach Drive SW.  

As early as Monday, August 3, crews will place a temporary pipe ramp across Beach Drive SW near the intersection with 48th Avenue SW. The ramp lets crews repair the sewer pipe without digging up the road. It will be in place for up to two days while the new underground pipe lining hardens. Crews will also stage trucks and equipment on Beach Drive SW for the pipe repair. Flaggers will direct traffic while this work takes place.

Most of the park continues to remain open during construction. Crews will restore the work area this fall and early winter after the pipe work is complete.

Thank you for your understanding and patience while we complete this work.

What to expect

• Part of the sidewalk on the west side of Beach Drive SW is closed until August while crews work. Park entrances and other sidewalks remain open.
• Work hours: Monday to Friday, 7 am to 7 pm weekdays. The contractor may occasionally work later to finish activities. 
• No interruption to wastewater service.
• Limited street parking along Beach Drive SW during posted hours. Please follow parking instructions.
• Construction noise is expected. You may also notice noise or vibration when vehicles drive over steel plates in the work area. The contractor will remove the steel plates after pipe work is complete.
• Temporary fencing at Lowman Beach Park.

Come chat with us!

Join us at Lowman Beach Park to learn about remaining construction at the park and along Beach Drive SW. We’ll be able to chat near the playground during the following times:

• Monday, August 3, 10:30 am to 1 pm
• Tuesday, August 4, 10:30 am to 1 pm

Map of the work areas at Lowman Beach Park. Locations shown are approximate.

Reminder: Do not enter construction zones

Construction areas are closed to the public—for your safety and the safety of construction crews. Follow posted pedestrian detours around the work areas.

About this project

King County’s Murray Force Main Rehabilitation Project ensures reliable wastewater service will continue for West Seattle residents. Crews will line a section of a pressurized sewer pipe called a “force main.” This work must take place during the dry season to avoid service disruptions. Road and park restoration will occur this fall and early winter after work is complete.

For more information

• Call or email Frances Kuo at 206-263-9237 or mkuo@kingcounty.gov
• Visit the project website for more information, and sign up for email updates:

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