In May 2006, we expanded our I-405 e-mail updates to include projects on other Eastside highways. Below are links to all of our 2006 e-mail updates in Adobe Acrobat portable document format (.pdf). You can download a free copy of Adobe Reader at the Adobe Web site.
Edition 10, Jan. 20, 2006 (pdf 40 kb)
• Crews to use weekend rain break to shift northbound I-405 lanes in Kirkland
• Nighttime I-405 lane closures in Kirkland next week
• You’re invited to learn more about I-405 corridor projects at community meetings
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 11, Feb. 16, 2006 (pdf 45 kb)
• Lane closure at NE 116th Street tonight; stay informed about traffic closures
• Weekend closure while crews rebuild southbound on-ramp in Kirkland
• Nightly closures to set bridge girders at NE 132nd in Kirkland
• Weekend closure for SR 520 bridge repairs
• Totem Lake Boulevard to close for up to two months at NE 128th intersection
• Learn more about I-405 projects at community meetings
• Save the date for Renton to Bellevue Project open house and hearing
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 12, Mar. 21, 2006 (pdf 40 kb)
• Total closures of northbound I-405 in Kirkland next week as crews set bridge girders
• Other upcoming work that will affect I-405 Kirkland traffic
• You’re invited to an open house for the Kirkland Nickel Stage 1 Project next week
• Join us tomorrow at the Renton to Bellevue Project open house and public hearing
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 13, Mar. 31, 2006 (pdf 31 kb)
• Totem Lake Blvd. reopened more than three weeks ahead of schedule
• Nightly traffic closures on and around I-405 in Kirkland next week
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 14, Apr. 5, 2006 (pdf 37 kb)
• Construction requires nightly traffic closures this week
• Tell us what you think about future improvements to I-405
• Framework for east half of new bridge in place at NE 128th Street
• 2006 construction season kicked off in Kirkland and beyond
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 15, Apr. 12, 2006 (pdf 37 kb)
• Southbound I-405 traffic shift scheduled for this weekend in Kirkland
• Weekend closure of NE 116th Street under I-405
• Other traffic closures on I-405 in Kirkland
• WSDOT extends comment period for Renton to Bellevue Project environmental study
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 16, Apr. 19, 2006 (pdf 34 kb)
• Total closure of NE 116th Street under I-405 this weekend for bridge demolition
• Other traffic closures on I-405 in Kirkland this week
• WSDOT talks with Kirkland businesses next week
• Highway advisory radio updates
Edition 17, May 9, 2006 (pdf 42 kb)
• More Eastside highway projects now covered in this e-mail update
• Northbound I-405 reduced to two lanes in Kirkland one weekend next month
• HOV lane temporarily removed from I-405 on-ramp in Kirkland
• Newly widened section of SR 202 opens this spring in Redmond/Sammamish area
• Crews install new signal on SR 202 at 292nd Street near Fall City
• We want your input on I-405 improvements from Tukwila to Renton
• Public comment period extended on I-405 Renton to Bellevue Project environmental study
Edition 18, May 25, 2006 (pdf 32 kb)
• Heavy congestion expected for northbound I-405 closure in Kirkland
• Memorial Day weekend travel
• More time to submit comments on environmental study for I-405 Renton to Bellevue Project
Edition 19, May 31, 2006 (pdf 26 kb)
• Northbound I-405 closure in Kirkland postponed due to wet forecast
Edition 20, June 14, 2006 (pdf 42 kb)
• SR 520 bridge closed this weekend
• Major I-405 closures in Kirkland next week
• New bus service helps you get around during I-405 construction
• Drivers now using wider SR 202 in Redmond/Sammamish area
• What do you think about tolling?
• Snoqualmie Pass: new design, new road, your opinion counts
Edition 21, June 21, 2006 (pdf 51 kb)
• Northbound I-405 closed around the clock Friday, June 23 through Tuesday morning, June 27 in Kirkland; WSDOT asks drivers to help keep traffic moving
• SR 9 closed north of Woodinville this weekend
• Looking for updates on Highway 9, Highway 522, or US 2?
• Nighttime bridge construction on schedule this week in Kirkland
• SR 520 floating bridge inspection results indicate no changes
• I-405 project team wants to meet with you this summer
Edition 22, June 26, 2006 (pdf 32 kb)
• Northbound I-405 reopens ahead of schedule in Kirkland; thank you for your cooperation
Edition 23, July 11, 2006 (pdf 33 kb)
• Busy construction week on the Eastside, know before you hit the road
Edition 24, July 26, 2006 (pdf 30 kb)
• SR 202 slowdowns in Redmond improve as drivers learn new detour
Edition 25, August 9, 2006 (pdf 41 kb)
• Two southbound I-405 lanes closed August 11-14 in Kirkland; please help us keep traffic moving
• Sound Transit’s new I-90 access ramps at Eastgate will serve carpools, vanpools and buses
• Construction begins on Sound Transit’s I-405 Canyon Park Freeway Station Project
• Construction begins at I-90/SR 18 interchange near Snoqualmie
• WSDOT installs permanent traffic signal on SR 202 near Sammamish
Edition 26, August 17, 2006 (pdf 40 kb)
• WSDOT thanks I-405 drivers for your patience during weekend construction; stay informed about traffic closures
• You’re invited to help continue planning Washington’s transportation future
• SR 520 Project approaches key milestone
Edition 27, Sept. 6, 2006 (pdf 39 kb)
• We want your input on proposed I-405 improvements from Bellevue to Lynnwood
• We want your input on plans to ease congestion on northbound I-405 in downtown Bellevue
• Construction continues on I-405 Kirkland Nickel Project
Edition 28, Sept. 11, 2006 (pdf 39 kb)
• Extensive I-90 lane and ramp closures at Eastgate for restriping
• Don’t miss your opportunity to comment on effects of SR 520 bridge replacement
• Sound Transit and WSDOT move forward with environmental review for East Link Project
Edition 29, Sept. 28, 2006 (pdf 32 kb)
• Why is there so much congestion at the I-90/SR 18 interchange?
• More time to submit your comments on SR 520 bridge replacement
Edition 30, Oct. 11, 2006 (pdf 40 kb)
• Sound Transit’s I-90 Eastgate HOV direct access ramps open next weekend
• Weekend closure of NE 116th Street in Kirkland; new southbound I-405 lane opens
• Up to two-month closure of 116th Ave. NE / NE 128th Street intersection in Totem Lake
• You’re invited to comment on potential effects of I-405 improvements in Renton
Edition 31, Oct. 19, 2006 (pdf 34 kb)
• Kirkland’s NE 116th Street closed this weekend
• We want your comments on potential effects of I-405 improvements in Renton
Edition 32, Nov. 2, 2006 (pdf 35 kb)
• I-405 lane changes through Kirkland next week
• New tools help you get real-time traffic info on the go
Edition 33, Nov. 9, 2006 (pdf 35 kb)
• I-405 Kirkland crews race to beat forecasted rains; Friday morning lane shift will depend on weather
• WSDOT still working to keep roads open; more rain forecast
Edition 34, Nov. 15, 2006 (pdf 37 kb)
• Weekend closure of NE 116th Street in Kirkland rescheduled for Dec. 1-4
• Construction begins soon to extend NE 10th Street in Bellevue
Edition 35, Nov. 21, 2006 (pdf 39 kb)
• Extensive closures of 116th Avenue NE in Kirkland now expected in early 2007
• Construction closures for upcoming weekends
• Backups and congestion on eastbound I-90 at the SR 18 exit
• Get ready for winter driving over mountain passes
Edition 36, Nov. 27, 2006 (pdf 31 kb)
• I-405 Kirkland crews postpone southbound lane closures in hopes of drier weather
• Join us Wednesday to learn more about our plans to widen SR 900 in Issaquah
Edition 37, Nov. 29, 2006 (pdf 33 kb)
• Watch for I-405 Kirkland southbound lane closures on next dry night; weather could delay this weekend’s NE 116th Street closure
• SR 900 open house cancelled tonight in Issaquah
Edition 38, Dec. 1, 2006 (pdf 31 kb)
• Track the results of quieter pavement on WSDOT's Web site
• I-405 Kirkland southbound lane closures and NE 116th Street closure planned for this weekend
Edition 39, Dec. 14, 2006 (pdf 50 kb)
• Threatening winds likely to close SR 520 bridge
• Southbound I-405 closures in Bothell as crews set bridge girders
• WSDOT and City of Renton partner to protect wetlands at Springbrook Creek
• Law enforcement catches HOV cheaters on I-405 in Bellevue
• Bellevue commutes worst in Puget Sound Region
Edition 40, Dec. 15, 2006 (pdf 34 kb)
• Governor Gregoire outlines a path forward to replace the 520 Bridge and Alaskan Way Viaduct
• WSDOT crews reopening roads, clearing debris; SR 520 Bridge crews working to reopen bridge
2005 e-mail updates
2007 e-mail updates