July 23 Weekly Rainier Ave. S. Project Update

Paving work continues, expect intermittent closures

  • SW Victoria St. intermittent closures for subgrade preparation and paving began on July 21 and will continue for the next two weeks
  • Hayes Pl. intermittent daytime closures for demolition and paving as soon as Monday, July 28

Please note: Paving work is subject to weather conditions. Local access will be maintained during these temporary closures, and temporary barricades will be set up for safe passage.

Plan your route this summer season

With the summer season upon us, please know that local events and construction may further impact traffic.

Upcoming event:

  • During the 2025 Renton River Days celebration, SW 3rd Place will experience intermittent closures from Friday, July 25, through Sunday, July 27.

For the latest events and traffic impact:

  • Check the City of Renton events and Visit Renton calendar to help plan your trips accordingly.
  • For Renton traffic impacts for the week, visit rentonwa.gov/traffic.
  • As part of the I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening project, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has several closures this summer that may impact overall traffic flow. Visit WSDOT's website for upcoming closures on I-405.

Temporary crosswalks and access points will be provided as needed until the full sidewalk installation is completed.

Please follow all pedestrian and traffic controls as work progresses.

Full schedule available here: Rainier Ave Schedule Update(PDF, 604KB) (updated 6/4/2024)

Project status

  • Traffic signal was added and turned on at Airport Way (May 2025)
  • HAWK signals added and turned at the below locations at Victoria and NW 3rd Pl. (May 2025)
  • Traffic signal was added and turned on at S. 3rd St. (July 2025)
  • Traffic signal was added and turned on at S. 2nd St. (July 2025)
  • Paving along S. 2nd St. complete (July 2025)

Project look-ahead schedule

  • July 19-25
    • SW Victoria St intermittent closures for subgrade preparation and paving
  • July 26-August 1
    • SW Victoria St intermittent closures for subgrade preparation and paving
    • Hayes Pl. intermittent daytime closures for demolition and paving as soon as Monday, July 28


Full details available here: 5-Week Look Ahead Schedule 7.21-8.25(PDF, 79KB) (updated 7/23/2025)


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