Published October 16 2015
From Oct. 26 to Nov. 11, the intersection of 112th Avenue Southeast and Bellevue Way Southeast will undergo traffic modifications to accommodate the continuation of sewer improvement work for the Bellefield Pump Station project.
During construction -- 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday -- the travelling public should expect and plan for the following:
- No left turns from southbound 112th onto southbound Bellevue Way toward Interstate 90;
- No left turns from southbound Bellevue Way onto northbound 112th toward downtown;
- During portions of the two-week construction period the intersection of Bellevue Way and 112th will be reduced to one southbound through lane, one northbound through lane, and one northbound right turn only lane from Bellevue Way to 112th.
- Traffic restrictions will be lifted outside of construction hours. Steel plates will be placed on the street, and motorists should exercise caution;
- Message signs will be placed to warn about restrictions; alternate routes should be planned.
The sewer improvements are needed to replace aging infrastructure and to increase capacity to serve a growing downtown. Work will include a large excavation in the intersection to place a sewer maintenance structure connecting with the existing King County sewer system, and crossing through the intersection to install a higher capacity sewer pipe.
During construction, expect heavy equipment, delivery of materials, noise and traffic delays. We are committed to keeping you informed as the project progresses. We appreciate your patience and flexibility during these modifications.