Kirkland Traffic Alert: Night Closures Scheduled at 114th Ave. NE This Week

Commuters should find alternative routes due to the complete road closure of 114th Avenue NE (just north of  NE 85th Street ) for night work October 24-28This project is part of the NE 85th Street Corridor Improvements Project. 

Work will be done at night to avoid major disruption to traffic flow while the contractor performs open trench construction on the storm line work across the full right of way on 114th Avenue NE. Beginning Monday, October 24 night work hours will be from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM each day. Traffic control signage and a signed detour will be in place.

Also, a complete night time road closure has been tentatively scheduled again later in November. The project is anticipated to be complete by the end of November. 

The city says the project provides a second southbound-to-eastbound left turn lane at the intersection and replaces traffic signal controller equipment with Intelligent Transportation System improvements (video detection, connection to City networks, and new computer controller for remote monitoring and control).  These improvements are expected to reduce congestion and allow the intersection to maintain the City's desired level of service. Sidewalk and curb enhancements at all four corners of the intersection will improve pedestrian safety. The project improves surface water quality with new facilities, and makes water utility adjustments where impacted.                            

What to Expect:  

· Traffic control and a signed detour will be in place.

· No-parking signs will be posted at least 24 hours in advance of any parking restrictions. 

· Open trenches will be backfilled and/or covered at the end of each work day. 

· Emergency vehicle access will be maintained throughout the construction process.

· For up to date information, go to the project web site. Or call the construction hotline:  (425) 587-3838. 

For more information, contact the project engineer or inspector, with questions or comments: Don Anderson, P.E., Project Engineer 425-587-3826, danderson@kirklandwa.gov, or Tom Franklin, Project Inspector 206-225-5598, tom@kpg.com

--Information from city of Kirkland