The Gliders are likely counted as bikes through SDOT's inductive counters, though the type of counter varies a bit between locations. Not all of the counters are able to distinguish between modes.
Bus bulbs (the last picture) also make the bus much faster as it doesn’t have to merge back into traffic after pulling over to the curb
Excellent point.
Thanks to STM funding, we've brought more bus service to more people while investing in safer, more efficient streets and sidewalks for riders: www.seattle.gov/transportati...
A before and after image of a bus stop in Pinehurst at 30th Ave NE and NE 135th St. Before: an asphalt shoulder with a bus stop sign, but no amenities or sidewalk. After: a new sidewalk with a bench and proper drainage.
Before and after photos of a refreshed bus stop curb at 16th Ave SW and SW Trenton St. Before: an old curb with disused driveway slopes and aging pavement. After: new concrete, utility access, repainted "candy cane" stripes mark the bus stop, and refreshed lane markings to make it clear that buses use the bus stop.
Before and after of a new "extra wide" bus stop at 16th Ave SW and SW Thistle St. Before: a narrow sidewalk and thin planting strip. After: a very wide bus pad with completely new concrete.
Before and after of a new bus stop at 16th Ave SW and SW Kenyon St. Before: a standard sidewalk and thin panting strip. After: a new bus bulbout extends into the former parking lane, with new concrete sidewalks and curb ramps.
While 60% of the Seattle Transit Measure funds more daily transit service, it also invests in building better access to transit.
Here's an example: new bus stop improvements, built in-house by SDOT crews, serving Route 65 in Lake City and Routes 124 and 125 in Delridge.
A worker makes repairs to the SR 99 First Avenue South bridge in Seattle on Monday, March 9.
A worker makes repairs to the SR 99 First Avenue South bridge in Seattle on Monday, March 9.
Workers make repairs to the SR 99 First Avenue South bridge in Seattle on Monday, March 9.
The first day of steel deck repairs is complete on the SR 99 First Ave S bridge in Seattle.
The bridge remains closed to NB traffic. Expect delays on NB SR 509/SR 99 heading downtown.
Work resumes at daylight on Tuesday, March 10.
Detour map & details: bit.ly/SR99FirstAveBridge
HEADS UP: NB SR 99 First Ave S Bridge will close for repairs from 5a Mon (3/9) - 8p Wed (3/11)
A recent inspection found cracks in the steel deck grates. Crews will install steel plates to reinforce the bridge. Drivers should use I-5 or I-405 and plan for heavy regional traffic.
SDOT is hardening the greenway crossing at 83rd and Greenwood today, which will prevent drivers from using the street as a cut through and reduce left-turn conflicts during signal phases.
Read the full story: sdotblog.seattle.gov/2026/02/26/p...
🔗 Visit the project page: www.seattle.gov/transportati...
The historic infrastructure added some unique challenges to this project. We worked closely with the Alliance for Pioneer Square to move this long-planned connection forward.
Right now, crews are upgrading the signal at 1st Ave and Yesler Way to include an all-way-walk phase, making it safer for people walking, biking, and rolling. You’ll start to notice the bike lane installation in the coming weeks.
Something new is coming to one of Seattle’s most historic neighborhoods.
We’re installing a protected bike lane from Occidental Ave S to the waterfront, closing a critical gap in the City Center Bike Network!
Thanks for letting us know, I've forwarded this to our team. What a bummer.
SR 99 TUNNEL RAMP CLOSURES TONIGHT (3/4)
The following ramps will be closed from 9p Weds (3/4) until 5a Thurs (3/5):
- 6th Ave N on-ramp to SB SR 99
- NB SR 99 off-ramp to Republican/Dexter
- SB SR 99 off-ramp to 7th Ave/Harrison St
Seek alternate routes @seattledot.bsky.social
This project is funded by the voter-approved #LevytoMoveSeattle.
Learn more here: www.seattle.gov/transportati...
A color-coded map of the project area. There is orange color on Fremont Ave N and 35th St with a text box that reads, “Sidewalk, curb ramp, and utility upgrades”. A pink section on 35th St east of Fremont Ave N has a text box that reads, “New bus stop and sidewalk upgrades”. On Fremont Ave N below N 35th St there is a green line on the street with a text box that reads, “New protected bike lane”.
Below the surface are some shiny new changes, too. Crews have added new electrical conduit underneath as part of the new bus stop on N 35th St.
New protected bike lanes are also in the works!
By reconstructing sidewalks and curb ramps to be smooth, even, and ADA-accessible, we make it easier for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy Fremont and visit their favorite stores and restaurants.
Two photographs of the same sidewalk. The top photograph has text in the corner that says “BEFORE”. The sidewalk has cracks and is uneven. The bottom photograph has text that says “AFTER” and shows a smooth, even sidewalk. Two people walk with a small black dog in the bottom photograph.
What do you think of these sidewalk improvements in Fremont?
These before and after photos were taken on N 35th St east of Fremont Ave N as part of the Route 40 project.
EASTBOUND I-90 CLOSURE FRIDAY🚧
Eastbound I-90 between Seattle and Mercer Island will CLOSE Friday night (3/6) at 10p for maintenance. The eastbound I-90 ramps from I-5 and Rainier Ave S close too.
All lanes reopen at 6a Saturday (3/7) @seattledot.bsky.social @cityofmercerisland.bsky.social
SR 99 TUNNEL LANE AND RAMP CLOSURES (3/3) 🚧
- 1 right lane of the NB SR 99 Tunnel will close from 10p-4a (3/4).
- 2 left lanes of SB SR 99 will close from Comstock to Thomas (before the tunnel) from 9p-5a. The SB SR 99 off-ramp to Harrison St will also close.
Expect delays @seattledot.bsky.social
Going from West Seattle to Columbia City tonight?
The eastbound Spokane Street Viaduct ramp to South Columbian Way will close at 10p TONIGHT (2/27) until 5a Saturday (2/28) for overhead sign replacement.
Expect delays @seattledot.bsky.social
EB I-90 TUNNEL FRI NIGHT LANE CLOSURES 🚨
At 11p tonight (2/27), two left lanes of eastbound I-90 will CLOSE from just south of Rainier Ave S to the east portal of the Mount Baker Tunnel for maintenance. All lanes reopen at 7a Saturday (2/28).
Expect delays @seattledot.bsky.social
A map with a red line and an exclamation point on the SR 99 Aurora Avenue Bridge.
NORTHBOUND SR 99/AURORA BRIDGE CLOSURE ☕️
On Sunday, March 1, all lanes of NB SR 99 and one left lane of SB SR 99 will CLOSE between Harrison and N 50th from 6a-11a for the Hot Chocolate Run in downtown Seattle.
Expect delays @seattledot.bsky.social
This project is partially funded by the voter approved Seattle Transportation Levy, along with additional transportation investments tied to #Seattle’s preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026. #seattletransportationlevy #FIFAWorldCup
SDOT worked closely with Alliance for Pioneer Square to move this long-planned connection forward.
Read more about it here: sdotblog.seattle.gov/2026/02/26/p...
Building this missing piece to the city’s bike network wasn’t simple. The historic nature of Pioneer Square and the age of the infrastructure made adding modern bike and signal improvements complicated, requiring careful design and coordination.
A detailed map of Seattle's Center City bike network, showing existing bike routes in solid green, future connections in dashed green, and routes under construction in dotted orange. A zoomed-in inset highlights the waterfront area near Yesler Way, which runs east-west and connects the waterfront (Alaskan Way) to the downtown core. Key streets like 1st Ave, Alaskan Way, and Yesler Way are labeled, along with landmarks such as Seattle Center and Elliott Bay.
This project fills a gap in Seattle’s City Center Bike Network & creates a much-anticipated, safer connection between Pioneer Square, downtown, and the waterfront.
Construction officially began this week with underground work, and more visible changes on the street will follow in the coming weeks.
A busy urban street. A cyclist wearing a white helmet and teal shirt riding a light-colored road bike is stopped behind a crosswalk. She is next to a white SUV.
Street view of Pioneer Square with historic brick buildings, a bike lane, crosswalk, and a 'STOP ALL WAY' sign. A pedestrian crosses as vehicles line the street.
It’s happening! Yesler Way is getting a new protected bike lane from Occidental Ave S to the waterfront.
A map with an orange line showing where one left lane is closed in Seattle for maintenance.
TONIGHT (2/26): One left lane of northbound I-5 will CLOSE between Olive Way and @sr520.wsdot.wa.gov from 10p to 4a Friday (2/27) for guardrail work.
This lane closure is just south of the Ship Canal Bridge, where two right lanes are closed for construction. Expect delays @seattledot.bsky.social
The video shows crews working yesterday at the intersection of Roosevelt Way NE / 10th Ave NE / NE 125th St.
This project is funded by the voter-approved Seattle Transportation Levy. #SeattleTransportationLevy.
Visit the project page to learn more: www.seattle.gov/transportati...
