Starting Oct. 21, crews will shift eastbound traffic into the center turn lane and close the east traffic lanes on SR 522 (Bothell Way NE) between 96th Ave NE and 98th Ave NE to continue roadway work. Crews will shift eastbound traffic between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Oct. 21 to reduce traffic impacts. Daytime work in the area will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Sound Transit will notify the public separately about any work happening outside of these hours. See map for work zone location.
Traffic patterns will change during construction. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians should follow posted signs and plan extra travel time.
During construction, the eastbound lane shift means:
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Left turns in and out of businesses and residences onto westbound SR 522 will be restricted.
- Left turns from Hall Road onto westbound SR 522 will be restricted.
During construction, SR 522 will remain open to traffic. All businesses and residences will remain open and accessible. To help keep traffic flowing, an optional detour route will be in place. This detour will direct drivers around the work area via 91st Avenue NE and 180th Street. See map for the detour route.
This construction will include road widening, sidewalk work, utility relocation, and traffic signal work. We expect work to end in December 2027. When complete, there will be a central bus lane. This road change is key to ensuring the Stride S3 buses can move through the route more quickly, allowing Sound Transit to deliver fast, frequent, and reliable bus rapid transit service along S3. For more information on Stride S3 bus service, visit the Stride webpage.
