Project update Construction continues this winter This week, we have continued working with limited crews onsite to continue construction of the Delridge Way SW – RapidRide H Line project. Due to wet weather experienced earlier this week, we are continuing to reschedule construction activities while our crews work to clean up and pump water out of our work zones. We are working as quickly as possible to help upgrade Delridge Way SW for all users and prepare it for the launch of RapidRide H Line service in 2022.
Next week, we anticipate welcoming back our full crews to the project corridor to resume construction activities that may have been recently paused or rescheduled. Thank you for your patience during construction.
Work by zone Click the links below to learn about work happening in your zone.
Our schedule is subject to change. Please sign up for our text message updates by texting DELRIDGE to 33222 to receive the most up to date information on night work and closures.
Upcoming major construction updates
Side street closures on the east side of Delridge Way SW during demolition and paving
Currently closed (timing is weather dependent and may change):
SW Brandon St (closed into early next year)
SW Willow St (closed through the end of the year)
Closing soon (timing is weather dependent and subject to change)
SW Myrtle St (closed as early as December 28)
SW Thistle St (closing as early as January 4)
Temporary street closure at SW Thistle St between Delridge Way SW and 20th Ave SW beginning as early as January 4
This street closure is required to complete temporary signal work and to demolish and rebuild the sidewalk as part of the duct bank work
This work is expected to last for several weeks
SW Thistle St will be local access only with no through access to Delridge Way SW
Select driveways will experience intermittent access restrictions during demolition and will also be fully closed during restoration work
NEW DATES: Roadway and sidewalk demolition starting soon in Zone C
Continue reading below to find out where we will be starting work zoon
Work happening this week and next week For all work described below, residents and businesses will be notified in advance of any anticipated impacts. Dates for construction activities scheduled beyond the new year are subject to change depending upon weather.
Paving for sidewalks, ramps, and curbs on the east side of Delridge Way SW between SW Andover St and SW Oregon St to continue through the end of the year
Electrical upgrades at the bus stop on the west side of SW Andover St
Demolition and upgrades are scheduled to begin this week and will last into early next year
Vehicle-detection loop installation and concrete work at the intersection of SW Oregon St and Delridge Way SW have been rescheduled. Stay tuned for updates next week.
Continued demolition and paving on Delridge Way SW (east side)
The remaining paving in Zone A has been scheduled to the week of December 28 in the following areas:
Roadway demolition and paving work continues on the west side of Delridge Way SW in this section
Paving between SW Holly St and SW Willow St to continues
Paving is scheduled to be completed soon. Driveways will reopen when paving is complete.
Paving between SW Willow St and SW Croft Pl expected to start soon
Demolition is expected to be completed this week with paving to occur on the next working day (as early as December 24 or December 28). Paving will last for approximately 1 week.
SW Willow St is closed as part of this work. People driving are encouraged to detour to 23rd Ave SW or SW Myrtle St.
Demolition between SW Croft Pl and SW Myrtle St to begin as early as December 28
Paving is scheduled to begin the week of January 4
Electrical work continues in the sidewalk between SW Orchard St and 21st Ave SW
The sidewalk will be paved the week of December 28 and reopen the following week
Sidewalk and driveway restoration between SW Kenyon St and SW Thistle St to continue for several weeks
This work will require select driveways to be temporarily closed. Driveways are scheduled to reopen by January 1. Properties will be notified in advance.
Upcoming closure of SW Thistle St on the east side of Delridge Way SW as early as January 4
Parking will be restored after the duct bank installation and sidewalk work in this area is completed
Updated dates for roadway and sidewalk demolition in Zone C
Demolition beginning on the east side of Delridge Way SW between SW Trenton St and SW Henderson St now scheduled to begin the week of December 28
Paving to begin as early as January 11
Roadway demolition on the west side of Delridge Way SW between SW Henderson and 20th Ave SW beginning as early as January 4
Paving to occur in late January. Access to businesses will be maintained.
Sidewalk demolition on the west side of Delridge Way SW between SW Cloverdale St and SW Trenton St beginning as early as December 30
We will begin demolishing the sidewalks in this area to install and upgrade electrical utilities on the east side of Delridge Way SW
This work will last for at least two weeks and will include intermittent driveway impacts
REMINDER: Businesses along the corridor are open during this work. Please follow posted detour signs as you visit these businesses.
If you have concerns about accessibility or other impacts of construction, please send us your address, contact information, and concerns so that we can better understand and work together throughout construction. You can reach us atDelridgeTransit@Seattle.govor call 206-775-8739.
What to expect during paving and construction
Work hours are typically between 7 AM and 7 PM but can last until 10 PM without a noise variance
You may experience temporary access restrictions in and out of driveways on Delridge Way SW during active demolition
Loud hammering, dust, and vibrations
During active demolition, onsite crews will be able to provide access to emergency vehicles of for people leaving their homes for emergencies
If you need your car in a timely manner, we recommend parking on side streets. Otherwise, please be prepared for delays and plan to connect with crews onsite to coordinate access.
Steel plates or a gravel ramp will be placed to provide access to the driveways outside of active work hours
Up to one week of driveway restrictions as concrete cures directly in front of your property. We will deliver notices to any properties with this impact.
Vehicle lane shifts around work zones
Temporary bus detours and bus stop relocations. Please contact Metro for more information.
As part of this project, we will be upgrading the roadway throughout the corridor. The road above has recently been demolished and is covered by tarps to protect the work zone from rain. Driveways will be temporarily impacted during this work.
West Seattle High-Rise Bridge Safety Program The closure of the West Seattle Bridge has impacted access to the Delridge community and how we all get around. Our Delridge Way SW – RapidRide H Line team is committed to keeping streets open and moving as much as possible and doing everything we can to minimize additional disruptions caused by construction and paving. Learn more about the West Seattle High-Rise Bridge Safety program and sign up for email alerts to get the latest about the bridge. If you have questions about the West Seattle High-Rise Bridge program, please contact their team by: Phone: 206-400-7511 Email:westseattlebridge@seattle.gov
At the City of Seattle, we are continuing to follow guidance from federal, state, and local leaders and our public health partners regarding COVID-19. To keep our crews and the public safe, we have required all contractors to submit updated jobsite Health and Safety Plans to ensure that they comply with the safety and social distancing requirements in the Governor’s Order.
