Daily Archives: May 20, 2011

Metro’s Friday PM Commute Wrap-Up PLUS Upcoming Weekend Events That May Impact Transit Service

Metro’s Friday afternoon commute is winding down with no significant delays or disruptions in transit service to report.

Please note upcoming events over the next few days that may impact travel in Metro’s service area.

University District Street Fair

Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 22nd 

Routes 30, 71, 72, 73 & 83 will be affected by this event.

  • Mutual Of Enumclaw Stage Race

Saturday, May 21 - 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Route 186 will be affected by this event.

  • Seattle Sounders Game

Saturday, May 21 – 7:00 PM at Quest Field

  • Alki Summer Festival

Sunday, May 22nd - 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Routes 56 & 775 will be affected by this event.

  • Long-term lane closures on SR-99 between the West Seattle Bridge & SODO

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has reduced lanes on the SR-99 Alaskan Way Viaduct in both directions between the West Seattle Bridge and SODO.

Plan extra time when using the Viaduct for travel to and from events.

For more information about the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall Replacement program, visit WSDOT or call the Alaskan Way Viaduct hotline at 1-888-AWV-LINE.

We will return at 6:00 AM on Monday to help keep an Eye on Your Metro Commute.

Travel safely and have a pleasant weekend.

Metro’s Friday PM Commute Quietly Underway PLUS Upcoming Weekend Events That May Impact Transit Service

Metro’s Friday afternoon commute is off to a quiet start with no significant delays or disruptions in transit service to report.

Please note upcoming events over the next few days that may impact travel in Metro’s service area.

University District Street Fair

Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 22nd 

Routes 30, 71, 72, 73 & 83 will be affected by this event.

  • Mutual Of Enumclaw Stage Race

Saturday, May 21 - 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Route 186 will be affected by this event.

  • Seattle Sounders Game

Saturday, May 21 – 7:00 PM at Quest Field

  • Alki Summer Festival

Sunday, May 22nd - 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Routes 56 & 775 will be affected by this event.

  • Long-term lane closures on SR-99 between the West Seattle Bridge & SODO

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has reduced lanes on the SR-99 Alaskan Way Viaduct in both directions between the West Seattle Bridge and SODO.

Plan extra time when using the Viaduct for travel to and from events.

For more information about the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall Replacement program, visit WSDOT or call the Alaskan Way Viaduct hotline at 1-888-AWV-LINE.

We will be here until 7:00 PM to help keep an Eye on Your Metro Commute.

Travel safely and have a pleasant afternoon.

Metro’s Friday AM Commute Ends Quietly Plus Upcoming Weekend Events That May Impact Transit Service

HAPPY FRIDAY! Metro’s Friday AM commute is winding down smoothly with no significant delays or disruptions in transit service. 

Please note upcoming events over the next few days that may impact your travels in our service area.

  • Lane closures on SR-99 in both direction between the West Seattle Bridge and SODO

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has reduced lanes on the SR 99 on the Alaskan Way Viaduct in both directions between the WestSeattleBridgeand SODO.
For more information on the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall Replacement program, visit WSDOT or call the Alaskan Way Viaduct hotline at 1-888-AWV-LINE.

Beginning Friday, May 20, 11:00 PM through Monday, May 23, 5:00 AM, Mercer St will be closed to through traffic between Westlake Av N and Fairview Av N.

Routes 30, 71, 72, 73 & 83 will be affected by this closure.

  • University District Street Fair

Saturday, May 21st Starting at Midnight to Monday, May 23rd at 5:00 AM.

Routes 30, 71, 72, 73 & 83 will be affected by this event.

  • Mutual Of Enumclaw Stage Race

Saturday, May 21 - 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Route 186 will be affected by this event.

  • ALKI Summer Festival

Sunday, May 22nd - 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Routes 56 & 775 will be affected by this event.

  • Seattle Sounders Game

Saturday, May 22 – 7:00 PM Quest Field

We will return at 3:00 PM, this afternoon, to help keep an Eye on Your Metro Commute.

Travel safely, have a great morning and enjoy the sunshine!

Congestion At Southbound I-5 & Northgate Mall Has Cleared

As of 8:25 AM, congestion at southbound I-5 & Northgate mall has been cleared and is moving smoothly.

Thank you for your patience.

Congestion Southbound I-5 Between NE 175 St & Northgate Mall

Please expect delays on southbound I-5 between NE 175 St and Northgate Transit Mall area.

Thank you for your patience.

Metro’s Friday AM Commute Begins Smoothly Plus Upcoming Events That May Impact Transit Service

HAPPY FRIDAY! Metro’s Friday AM commute begins smoothly with no significant delays or disruptions in transit service. 

Please note upcoming events over the next few days that may impact your travels in our service area.

  • Lane closures on SR-99 in both direction between the West Seattle Bridge and SODO

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has reduced lanes on the SR 99 on the Alaskan Way Viaduct in both directions between the WestSeattleBridgeand SODO.
For more information on the Alaskan Way Viaduct and Seawall Replacement program, visit WSDOT or call the Alaskan Way Viaduct hotline at 1-888-AWV-LINE.

Beginning Friday, May 20, 11:00 PM through Monday, May 23, 5:00 AM, Mercer St will be closed to through traffic between Westlake Av N and Fairview Av N.

Routes 30, 71, 72, 73 & 83 will be affected by this closure.

  • University District Street Fair

Beginning Saturday, May 21, Midnight through Monday, May 23, 5:00 AM.

Routes 30, 71, 72, 73 & 83 will be affected by this event.

  • Mutual Of Enumclaw Stage Race

Saturday, May 21 - 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM

Route 186 will be affected by this event.

  • ALKI Summer Festival

Sunday, May 22 - 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Routes 56 & 775 will be affected by this event.

  • Seattle Sounders FC Game

Saturday, May 22 – 7:00 PM, Quest Field

We will return at 3:00 PM, this afternoon, to help keep an Eye on Your Metro Commute.

Travel safely and have a great morning.