 Ship Canal Water Quality Project update 12/05/2024
Don't be a FOG clog
Graphic depicting how fats, oils, and greases can clog pipes and cause sewage backups.
It’s that time of year again! While fats, oils, and greases (FOG) make holiday meals delicious, they’re a nightmare for pipes. Pouring them down the drain may seem convenient, but it leads to big problems in the sewer. Like that difficult relative who shows up during the holidays, FOG tends to stick around where it’s not wanted. It can clog pipes, cause spills, and create fatbergs—huge accumulations of FOG and non-biodegradable waste. No one wants that.
Instead of pouring food waste down the sink, let FOG cool and solidify in a container, then throw it in the trash. We may have to deal with the "relative who must not be named" for a few hours, but we can certainly toss out these unwelcome guests. This simple step keeps pipes flowing, prevents environmental issues, and lets our crews enjoy the holiday season too.
Please visit our project website to get the most up to date information about the Ship Canal Water Quality Project, a partnership between Seattle Public Utilities and King County Wastewater Treatment Division. Visit our Flickr albums for recent construction photos as well.
Ballard
The Ballard Pump Station and Ballard Conveyance contractor continues work along 24th Ave NW, NW 56th St, and 28th Ave NW. Crews are performing utility evaluations in preparation for the start of Ballard Conveyance construction.
You should anticipate:
- Parking restrictions along 24th Ave NW, NW 56th St, and 28th Ave NW
- Noise, dust, and vibrations typical of a construction site
- Work and equipment will include machines to cut pavement and vacuum trucks for removing dirt
Please watch for equipment and No Parking signs in the area. Travel slowly through active construction areas and follow directions from flaggers and signs.
East Ballard
We have reopened NW 45th St between 11th Ave NW and 9th Ave NW along with fully opening the Burke Gilman Trail (BGT) in its original location. Periodic temporary lane closures may still be necessary over the coming month, and flaggers will assist with traffic during those times.
Fremont
Crews continue installing equipment inside the shaft and buried utilities at the site. They also continue installing mechanical and electrical systems inside the vault in N 36th St.
Crews completed the asphalt paving in Leary Way. However, lane restrictions in Leary Way NW will continue through December for curb, gutter, and sidewalk restoration, and pavement striping (which is weather dependent).
Local closures and detours:
- On 2nd Ave NW, between Leary Way NW and NW Canal St, the street remains closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic until late 2024
- NW Canal St is open to two-way traffic during this closure
- NW 36th St, between Leary Way NW and 3rd Ave NW, remains closed until late 2024
- Pedestrian detours are in place on Leary Way NW; please follow all detour guidance
You should anticipate:
- Truck traffic on Leary Way NW as trucks bring materials and equipment to and from the site
- Trucks entering and leaving the site
- Fans running during work hours to provide fresh air to crews working in the shaft
- Heavy equipment in the area
- Noise and vibrations typical of a construction site
Regular work hours will be Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 6 pm; and some Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm.
Wallingford
The section of Stone Way N between N 34th and N 35th Streets has officially reopened! Our construction work in this area is wrapping up, equipment and detour signs have been removed.
Crews will be working this Sunday, Dec 8 from approximately 9 am to at least 4 pm to make a water main connection. Affected businesses and residences have been notified by Seattle Public Utilities.
While crews perform utility work in N 35th St near Interlake Ave N, eastbound and westbound traffic will get shifted to the southern part of the road, and the parking lane will temporarily serve as the eastbound travel lane. As a result, during working hours, parking is prohibited for several feet along the south side of N 35th St near Interlake Ave N, and any vehicles parked there will be subject to towing. While N 35th is open to two-way traffic, additional utility work may require future daytime lane closures. Flaggers will direct traffic around the work zone during those times.
On N 35th St, permanent asphalt restoration will not be completed this year. However, once utility work in N 35th St is completed in mid-December, our contractor will temporarily restore the roadway to allow two-way traffic and normal street parking on N 35th St until permanent restoration can take place after the new year.
The southern portion of Interlake Ave N continues to be closed for utility installation work, with vehicle access south of N 36th St limited to local traffic only. Road restoration in Interlake Ave N as well as sidewalk restoration may begin later this month as weather allows.
Within the site at the northeast corner of N 35th St and Interlake Ave N, crews continue to install equipment inside the shaft and electrical building, and continue to install utilities throughout the site. They will resume building the rock wall along the north and east sides of the site in a few weeks.
You should anticipate:
- Trucks coming in and out of the site
- Paving and heavy equipment in the area
- Vibrations typical of a construction site
- Road and periodic sidewalk closures
Regular work hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 am to 6 pm. Night and weekend work may occur periodically.
Queen Anne
Crews have completed much of the site restoration. Crews are still working on equipment installations in the shaft. The Ship Canal Trail is currently open in its original configuration. There may be localized trail detours in coming months as needed for crews to work. We will keep you updated on the timing of any remaining work.
Local closures and detours:
- Potential localized Ship Canal Trail detour in coming months as needed. Please continue to remain alert when moving through this area.
You should anticipate:
- Trucks coming in and out of the site
Regular work hours will be Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 4 pm.
Contact Us
Please email SPU_ShipCanalProject@seattle.gov with questions or comments or call our hotline at (206) 701-0233. You can also find information online at spushipcanal.participate.online.
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