Hello Neighbors, 

We need to close the Ballard Bridge over several weekends this spring to finish work that was delayed because of rain last fall. We need the full closures to make sure we can work safely and efficiently on the Ballard Bridge and nearby Leary Way Bridge. This work is part of the 15th Ave W/NW & Ballard Bridge Paving & Safety Project. 

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We know these closures can be inconvenient and we appreciate your patience and understanding. We'll keep the bridge open for you to walk, bike, scoot, or roll except when it would be unsafe. 

What to expect in April 

The first weekend closure is scheduled for April 25-28. 

• On Friday, April 25: Lane closures may begin as early as 7 PM, and the bridge will fully close at 10 PM.  Additionally, 15th Ave NW will be fully closed in both directions between NW 51st St and NW 50th St during the Ballard Bridge closure for concrete roadway pavement restoration. 

• On Monday, April 28: The bridge will reopen by 5 AM. 

What to expect later this spring 

We’ve scheduled additional weekend closures on these dates: 

• May 9-12*
• May 30-June 2*
• June 6-9
• We also have backup dates of June 13-16 and July 18-21, if needed due to inclement weather. 

* 15th Ave NW will be fully closed in both directions between NW 51st St and NW 50th St during this Ballard Bridge closure for concrete roadway pavement restoration.   

We’ll confirm the backup closure dates in advance as we complete our plans. The timing of each closure will be the same, from Friday evening through Monday morning. 

Please note: These dates and times may change due to weather conditions or other unexpected circumstances. Bridge closure cancellations may be rescheduled to new dates in addition to those listed above if weather doesn’t cooperate. We encourage you to share this information with your neighbors, co-workers, family members, and friends who live, work, and play along or near the 15th Ave W/NW corridor.  Sign up here for email updates to stay informed. 

• You can walk or bike across the Ballard Bridge on the sidewalk while it’s closed to drivers. 

• You may be asked to walk your bike for safety reasons. 

• You may also be detoured to a different side of the bridge for safety reasons. 

Drivers and freight 

• If you are driving, please use the Aurora Bridge (SR 99) as the most reliable detour route. 

• You are recommended to only use the Fremont Bridge if you’re traveling to Fremont or Westlake, due to that bridge’s limited capacity. 

• You may see detour signs around the Ballard Bridge to help guide you to alternative travel routes during the closures. Please detour to other routes before you reach the Ballard Bridge. 

Bus riders 

• You should expect longer bus trips because buses that normally use the Ballard Bridge may be rerouted to the Fremont Bridge. 

• Please be aware that some bus stops near the Ballard Bridge may be temporarily relocated to support the closures. 

• You can stay informed about transit service in the area by following King County Metro’s service advisories and signing up for transit alerts. 

Boaters 

• If you’re traveling by boat, you can continue to travel under the Ballard Bridge. 

• Please be aware of your surroundings to ensure everyone’s safety while traveling by boat. 

• Bus: Visit the King County Metro Trip Planner website to plan your next trip. You can also follow King County Metro’s service advisories and sign up for transit alerts. 

• Bicycle: Check out our Seattle Bike Map to help plan your ride or read our Seattle By Bike guidebook.  

• Bike and scooter share: Visit our How to Use Scooter and Bike Share webpage. 

• Walking and rolling: These are great options for shorter trips, depending on your destination.  

• Flip your trip: Visit FlipYourTrip.org to learn about different ways to get around. 

• RideshareOnline: If you need to drive, consider carpooling. Check out RideshareOnline serving Washington and Oregon to find carpool and vanpool options.