University Bridge Planning Study
Investing in the Future of Our Bridges
Updated July 21, 2023
What's Happening Now?
We are currently working on a planning study project for the University Bridge. We are developing potential rehabilitation or replacement concepts for part of the bridge. As part of this process, we want to know more about your needs traveling on or under the University Bridge!
Share Your Thoughts!
Your feedback will help us figure out the best ways to reduce any travel disruptions during construction of a future University Bridge project and offer other travel options. Please click here to take a short survey to let us know your commuting needs. The survey will be open through August 18, 2023.
分享你的意見！
您的反饋將幫助我們找出減少未來大學橋項目施工期間任何旅行干擾的最佳方法，並提供其他旅行選擇。請點擊這裡進行一項簡短的調查，讓我們了解您的通勤需求。該調查將持續到 2023 年 8 月 18 日。
당신의 생각을 함께 나누세요!
귀하의 의견은 향후 대학 교량 프로젝트를 건설하는 동안 여행 중단을 줄이고 다른 여행 옵션을 제공하는 가장 좋은 방법을 찾는 데 도움이 됩니다. 제발여기를 클릭 짧은 설문조사에 참여하여 출퇴근에 필요한 사항을 알려주십시오.설문조사는 2023년 8월 18일까지 진행됩니다.
¡Comparte tus pensamientos!
Sus comentarios nos ayudarán a encontrar las mejores formas de reducir las interrupciones de viaje durante la construcción de un futuro proyecto de University Bridge y ofrecer otras opciones de viaje. Por favor haga clic aquí para realizar una breve encuesta para informarnos sus necesidades de transporte. La encuesta estará abierta hasta el 18 de agosto de 2023.
Ibahagi ang iyong mga saloobin!
Ang iyong feedback ay makakatulong sa amin na malaman ang mga pinakamahusay na paraan upang mabawasan ang anumang mga pagkaantala sa paglalakbay sa panahon ng pagtatayo ng isang hinaharap na proyekto ng University Bridge at mag-alok ng iba pang mga opsyon sa paglalakbay. Pakiusap pindutin dito na kumuha ng maikling survey para ipaalam sa amin ang iyong mga pangangailangan sa pag-commute. Magbubukas ang survey hanggang Agosto 18, 2023.
Chia sẻ những suy nghĩ của bạn!
Phản hồi của bạn sẽ giúp chúng tôi tìm ra những cách tốt nhất để giảm thiểu bất kỳ sự gián đoạn đi lại nào trong quá trình xây dựng dự án Cầu Đại học trong tương lai và đưa ra các lựa chọn đi lại khác. Vui long bấm vào đây thực hiện một cuộc khảo sát ngắn để cho chúng tôi biết nhu cầu đi lại của bạn. Cuộc khảo sát sẽ được mở đến hết ngày 18 tháng 8 năm 2023.
Project Overview
Study Area Map
University Bridge is defined as four (4) different structure types:
- North Approach (north of Pacific St) – Concrete
- North Approach (south of Pacific St) – Steel
- Main Span – Steel Bascule (movable)
- South Approach - Steel
The north approach was originally constructed in 1919 with timber trestle approaches and replaced with current concrete and steel structures in the early 1930’s. We are conducting a planning study to evaluate rehabilitation and replacement alternatives for the northern concrete section. This will help to provide a basis for SDOT to plan for future funding when the decision to has been made to move forward with design and construction.
We perform regular maintenance and frequent inspections on the bridge to ensure it is operational and safe for both road and marine traffic. With the steady increase in vehicle weight and traffic volumes, as the structure ages, more significant rehabilitation may be needed to sustain its current level of operation. Since the structure is still in fair condition without any major flaws, we have an opportunity to plan ahead and look beyond just maintaining its current form and function. So, we've launched the University Bridge Planning Study to evaluate how to bring the north segment of the structure up to current transportation, functional, and engineering standards and better meet the multimodal needs of this corridor.
The planning study, funded by the Levy to Move Seattle, will explore feasible rehabilitation and replacement options for the long-term future of the north segment of the bridge. The bridge planning studies are a part of our effort to better understand the size of Seattle's maintenance backlog and prepare for future investments.
The planning study will identify associated costs, risks, benefits, and trade-offs of each option. Through the end of the year, we'll work with our agency partners, advisory boards, and community members to identify needs and values that will guide our evaluation of the alternatives.
Schedule
We are working toward completing the study and finalizing the alternatives evaluation report by early 2024.
Funding
This planning study is funded by the Levy to Move Seattle, approved by voters in 2015. The 9-year, $930 million Levy to Move Seattle provides funding to improve safety for all travelers, maintain our streets and bridges, and invest in reliable, affordable travel options for a growing city. Learn more on the Levy to Move Seattle page.
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