Seattle’s new waterfront is taking shape

May 28, 2020

Soldier pile installation that will support the future Elliott Way is making progress. With years of construction still to come before the new road opens, this work is a reminder we are building something that will endure and serve many for years to come. In these times, let us not forget that caring for each other’s safety now, will create a “Waterfront For All” and better future for each of us.

May 21, 2020

Would you believe that it has been a year since we completed the Habitat Beach south of Colman Dock? We completed landscaping and planting of near-shore vegetation and after a few months of growth, the beach is starting to look like an emerald gem in the crown that is Seattle’s central waterfront. We are excited to keep you updated on the continued growth of our green friends while the beach remains closed to allow them to flourish.

May 14, 2020

As Pier 62 comes closer to completion, we take a moment to appreciate all the work coming together between Pike and Pine. The new Alaskan Way, Elliott Way and Overlook Walk all lay ahead in this one block. To see progress in action, look for completed and in-progress bridge foundations and columns, which will support the structure of new elevated roadway into Belltown in the coming years!

April 30, 2020

There is a place where the sidewalk used to end at Pier 62. Now, the light penetrating surface shines through with light, where the fish and sea critters beneath it will swim in the water so bright. We are happy to let you all know that the west side path has been completed! What once was a fenced off is now a completed walkway.

April 23, 2020

We began utility installation from S Dearborn to Pine streets last year and continue to progress on building new electrical, water, sewer and storm utilities. The pictures below capture just a small fraction of the extensive utility work from Pioneer Square to Pine Street!

Construction schedule

Interested in seeing construction sequencing maps? Download them here!

indicates partner project

2019

2020

2021

Construction of Overlook Walk, a new elevated pedestrian connection between Pike Place Market and the waterfront, is anticipated to begin in 2021.
Pedestrian improvements to some east/west streets in the heart of Pioneer Square will reconnect this historic neighborhood back to the city’s gateway to the Puget Sound. Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2021.
New traffic and transit lanes will open on Alaskan Way between S. King and Columbia streets in late 2021.
Redesigned to create a larger public space and improve access, safety and flexibility to the pier, construction of the new Waterfront Park/Pier 58 is anticipated to begin in late 2021.
The portion of Marion Street Bridge that crosses Alaskan Way will be rebuilt to improve an essential pedestrian connection to Colman Dock. Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2021.

2022

Construction of the park promenade, a landscaped walking space along the water and piers, and bike path, between the park promenade and road, is anticipated to begin in 2022.
Work to extend the existing Bell Street Park to connect Belltown to the waterfront through pedestrian and road improvements along the new Elliott Way is anticipated to begin in 2022.
Construction of improvements on Pike and Pine streets, which will set the stage for a safe and vibrant pedestrian experience from Capitol Hill to Pike Place Market, are anticipated to begin in 2022.

2023

2024