 Our RapidRide J Line project will make it easier and more convenient for you to get around the University District, Eastlake, South Lake Union, and Belltown. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to class at the University of Washington, visiting the doctor, or shopping at local businesses, these upgrades will help you travel faster and more reliably.
As part of the project, we’ll upgrade streets, sidewalks, pedestrian ramps, streetlights, and traffic signals. We’ll also add protected bike lanes and replace the water main on Eastlake Ave E. These upgrades will support our local businesses, make it easier for you to get to housing, and help create safer, more connected neighborhoods for everyone.
 Water main pipes on Eastlake Ave E.
RapidRide J Line
Here’s what is included in this email update:
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Happy Halloween and Día de los Muertos!
- University District Construction
- Eastlake Construction
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Fairview Ave N Construction
We are working in many locations at once. Our work involves heavy machinery, loud noises, vibrations, and dust. We usually work from 7 AM to 5 PM, but we may start as early as 4 AM to allow enough time for new concrete to cure. We may also need to work weekends and nights to complete certain activities.
Happy Halloween and Día de los Muertos from the RapidRide J Line Project!
The RapidRide J Line project team wishes everyone a Happy and Día de los Muertos! As festivities bring more people outside in our neighborhoods, we encourage everyone to stay alert and look out for one another on the streets. Please watch for trick-or-treaters, use crosswalks and sidewalks, travel slowly when driving, and do not enter construction areas. Thank you for helping keep our communities safe while we work!
University District Construction
Paving and bus stop closure on Roosevelt Way NE
We have started demolishing and paving the west side of Roosevelt Way NE between NE 41st St and NE 43rd St. One southbound traffic lane will stay open during this work, which is expected to last several weeks. If you are riding a bike, you may need to use the sidewalks in some areas during construction.
This work requires us to temporarily close the southbound bus stop near the UW Clinic at NE 42nd St and Roosevelt Way NE. Alternative stops are available at the following locations:
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Southbound Roosevelt Way NE and NE 45th St (Stop #9605): Routes 31, 32, and 65
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Westbound NE 42nd St and 8th Ave NE (Stop #5402): Routes 31 and 32
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Eastbound NE Campus Pkwy and University Wy NE (Stop #9575): Route 65
Our work on the west side of Roosevelt Way NE also requires us to move the UW Clinic’s shuttle bus pick-up and drop-off area to the north side of NE 42nd St. Please see the map below for more details.
 A map of the UW Clinic’s temporary shuttle bus pick-up and drop-off area on the north side of NE 42nd St and work area on Roosevelt Way NE between NE 42nd St and NE 43rd St.
Driveway and alley closures rescheduled on Roosevelt Way NE and NE 43rd St
Due to inclement weather this weekend, we have rescheduled paving the street in front of the alleys on NE 43rd St between 11th Ave NE and 12th Ave NE. This work has been rescheduled to the weekend of November 7, after trash pickup is complete.
As early as 5 PM on Friday, November 7, crews will remove existing road panels in front of the driveway and alleys, then pour new concrete that will set over the weekend. During this time, Trinity Apartments residents will not have access to their parking garage. Traffic will also not be able to access the alleys from NE 43rd St. We will reopen both the parking garage and alleyways before 6 AM on Monday morning. You should expect some construction noise during this work.
Please note that this work may be delayed by poor weather. Crews will determine if temperatures and weather conditions are suitable for paving on the day of work.
Paving on Eastlake Ave NE
We expect to finish paving the west side of Eastlake Ave NE between NE Campus Pkwy and NE 41st St early next week. One northbound lane will continue to stay open during the remaining work.
As early as Friday, October 31, we will begin installing new sidewalks on the east side of Eastlake Ave NE and 11th Ave NE. This work will take several weeks to complete and require us to shift traffic around the area. Pedestrians will need to use the sidewalk on the west side.
Electrical work and sidewalk installation on 11th Ave NE
Construction at the intersection of 11th Ave NE and NE 42nd St.
We have started installing new electrical lines under the east side of the intersection at 11th Ave NE and NE 42nd St. Crews will demolish one corner of the sidewalk at a time as they install the electrical infrastructure. We will direct traffic around the work area, and signs will guide pedestrians. This work is expected to take several weeks to complete.
Crews are also building new sidewalks on the east side of 11th Ave NE between NE 43rd St and NE 45th St. During this work, people on bikes can use a temporary northbound bike lane, and pedestrians can access the west sidewalk.
Electrical work and sidewalk installation NE 43rd St
We have begun installing new electrical systems on the south side of NE 43rd St between 11th Ave NE and Roosevelt Way NE. This work will require crews to remove the sidewalk, install electrical lines underground, and build new sidewalks on top. We expect this work to take several weeks. During this time, pedestrians will be directed to the sidewalks on the north side of the street.
Eastlake Construction
The map above shows where we are working in the Eastlake neighborhood. Click here to download a larger PDF of this map.
Paving work along Eastlake Ave E between Harvard Ave E and E Shelby St
New pavement cures on Eastlake Ave E between E Shelby St and E Allison St.
You will continue to see significant changes to Eastlake Ave as we pour fresh concrete on the east side between Harvard Ave E and E Shelby St. This work will last several weeks. Our team will coordinate with businesses and residents before any driveway impacts occur.
Water main replacement and outages on Eastlake Ave E
New water main pipes on Eastlake Ave E.
We continue to install the new water main along the east side of Eastlake Ave E between E Shelby St and E Louisa St. During this time, we will shift traffic around the construction zones.
On the night of Monday, November 3, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) crews will connect buildings between E Edgar St and E Louisa St to the new water main. The buildings highlighted in yellow below will experience a water outage from 10 PM to 6 AM as we complete this work. Before this work, SPU cleans and tests the new pipes to ensure they are free from sediment and contaminants, such as bacteria.
 The properties highlighted in yellow will experience water outages on the night of November 3. Click here to download a larger PDF of this map.
SPU crews will also repair water valves on Eastlake Ave E between E Allison St and E Shelby St on November 3. The buildings highlighted in yellow below will experience a water outage between 9 PM and 2 AM for this work.
 The properties highlighted in yellow will experience water outages on the night of November 3 due to valve repairs. Click here to download a larger PDF of this map.
Please be aware that planned water outages may be changed or canceled. You can view SPU's Water Outages map for more information on affected properties and the outage status. If you have any questions or concerns, call our project hotline at (206) 257-2202 or email RapidRide@seattle.gov. We are committed to working with businesses to coordinate planned water outages. Our project website also has answers to frequently asked questions about water outages.
Nighttime electrical work at E Lynn St and Eastlake Ave E
We will finish installing new electrical lines and vaults across the intersection of Eastlake Ave E and E Lynn St on the night of Monday, November 3. Completing this work at night helps to reduce impacts on traffic during the day. Please follow all signs and directions from flaggers in the work area.
Paving on Eastlake Ave E between E Blaine St and E Galer St
Crews prepare the street for new concrete.
We have begun pouring concrete on the west side of Eastlake Ave E between E Blaine St and E Galer St. During this work, we will keep traffic between E Blaine St and E Galer St shifted to the east side of Eastlake Ave.
Starting on Monday, November 3, crews will remove the temporary pavement and pour new concrete for the driveways on the west side of Eastlake Ave E between E Garfield St and E Galer St. During this work, vehicles will not have access to the driveways or parking lots from Eastlake Ave E. Our team has coordinated with property owners and residents to maintain access to parking lots via Fairview Ave E. We expect to reopen the driveways by the end of the day on Wednesday, November 5.
Demolition on Eastlake Ave E between E Howe St and E Boston St
Beginning as soon as Monday, November 3, we will start demolishing the east side of Eastlake Ave E between E Howe St and E Boston St. This work is expected to take several months as we remove old pavement, dig several feet deep, and pour new concrete. During this time, traffic will be shifted to the west side of Eastlake Ave E. We will coordinate with property owners and residents to maintain driveway access. Please note that the northbound bus stop that is currently north of E Howe St will be relocated to the south.
Fairview Ave N Construction
Frontage road closure near Fairview Ave N and Yale Ave N
Crews continue to install new communication utility systems on the west side of Fairview Ave N, along the frontage road between Aloha St and Yale Ave N. Crews will be working at the intersections of Yale Ave N, Fairview Pl N, and Aloha St. This work will temporarily limit sidewalk access near Yale Ave N. Pedestrians and bicyclists will be directed onto the frontage road around the work area. Our work will take place on weekdays between 7 AM and 5 PM. We will reopen the affected areas at the end of each workday, and we do not expect any weekend work.
Electrical work and sidewalk installation on the east side of Aloha St
As early as November 3, we will install new sidewalks and electrical lines on the east side of Fairview Ave N near Aloha St. This work will require us to close the curb lane and the sidewalk between Ward St and Aloha St. We will detour pedestrians and northbound bicyclists across the street onto the west sidewalk. Please follow all detour signs and directions from flaggers.
Bus shelter foundation and sidewalk installation at Harrison St
We will install new bus shelter foundations on the southwest corner of Harrison St as early as November 11. This is the first step to adding our new RapidRide J Line bus shelters in the neighborhood! Our work will require us to dig trenches several feet deep and detour sidewalk users to the other side of the street. Please follow all signs and directions from crews near the work area.
Online Drop-In Sessions
Every Thursday from 2 to 3 PM, residents and business owners have been actively joining our online open house to connect with the project team and have their questions answered. These sessions have been a fantastic way for the community to engage directly, and we’ve received great feedback about how valuable and accessible they are. Whether you want to share your thoughts, ask questions, or simply listen, we encourage everyone to join us and be part of the conversation. Your input truly makes a difference!
You can access the online meetings with the details below:
Meeting link
Meeting ID: 237 305 138 093
Passcode: mBSfNf
How to Stay Informed
To ensure you're informed of the latest updates and developments on the RapidRide J Line project, we encourage you to sign up for our project emails. This will give you detailed information about construction activities, timelines, and any changes that may affect your neighborhood. Please feel free to share the details of our website and project emails with friends, family, or anyone who might be interested in knowing more about this exciting initiative. You can sign up for the emails and find more information on our project website. Thank you for your continued support and engagement!
For more information on bus stop relocations during construction, please visit King County Metro’s website.
Contact us
Communications and Outreach Lead
RapidRide@seattle.gov | (206) 257-2022
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For information on our work to upgrade the Route 70 bus route to a RapidRide bus line, in your language, please leave a voicemail in your preferred language at (206) 257-2202
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