Is the Seattle viaduct gone?
Bye, viaduct! The Alaskan Way Viaduct is officially gone forever after a months-long demolition process. Removing the elevated highway has been in the works for a long time—but it can still seem like it came down overnight.
When did the Seattle viaduct close?
January 11, 2019
The viaduct was closed permanently on January 11, 2019, and the new tunnel opened three weeks later on February 4. Demolition of the viaduct began weeks later, and was complete by late 2019.
Why was the Alaskan Way Viaduct demolished?
The rest of the rubble from the viaduct demolition was trucked away to help fill the old Battery Street Tunnel. Now that the viaduct is completely gone, sights are now being set on the future of Seattle’s waterfront.
When did the viaduct close Seattle?
Why is a viaduct called a viaduct?
The term viaduct is derived from the Latin via meaning “road”, and ducere meaning “to lead”. It is a 19th-century derivation from an analogy with ancient Roman aqueducts. Like the Roman aqueducts, many early viaducts comprised a series of arches of roughly equal length.
What’s closed on 5th Ave NE in Seattle?
Crews will close 5th Ave NE between NE 130th St. and NE 145th St, southbound lanes from NE 130th St. and NE 125th St. will be closed. All northbound and southbound lanes will be closed to traffic 24 hours a day between NE 131st St. and NE 145th St. Both NE 130th St. and NE 145th St.
What is happening to Seattle’s waterfront?
The City of Seattle is rebuilding Seattle’s central waterfront. Once removal of the Alaskan Way Viaduct is complete, the City will construct a park promenade along the water, construct a new surface street along Alaskan Way, rebuild Pier 58 and Pier 62]
When will the Sea-Tac transit line open?
Upon opening in 2024, riders enjoy fast, frequent and reliable service between south Snohomish County and the University of Washington, downtown Seattle, the Eastside, Sea-Tac Airport and more. The City of Seattle is rebuilding Seattle’s central waterfront.
Where can I find travel information for the Montlake Bridge closure?
To view this information geographically, visit our Travelers Information Map. August 8 – September 3: Montlake Bridge closed to vehicle traffic for 26 consecutive days for bridge deck repairs. September 3 – 6: PAX West at Washington State Convention Center over Labor Day weekend.