Rainier Avenue S Project (SR 167)
South Grady Way to South 2nd Street
On the evening of May 6, crews will restripe lanes on Rainier Avenue S to direct traffic to the west side of the roadway between S 7th St and S 3rd St (weather permitting). This work will complete the lane shift that provides space for construction activities on the east side of Rainier Avenue S. Drivers should expect delays and increased congestion while traffic patterns adjust, and should exercise caution when entering or exiting driveways along the corridor.
Expect northbound lane closures weekdays between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm, until the remainder of the traffic shift to the west side of Rainier Avenue S is complete in early May. Please pay close attention while driving and stay safe around construction.
Due to rainy weather, crews were not able to restripe lanes last evening on Rainier Avenue S. Striping is expected to take place on Tuesday evening, April 16, with new lane alignments in place for the morning commute on Wednesday. Drivers should expect delays and increased congestion while traffic patterns adjust, and should exercise caution when entering or exiting driveways along the corridor.
On the evening of April 15, crews will restripe lanes on Rainier Avenue S to direct traffic to the west side of the roadway between SW Grady Way and S 7th St (weather permitting). This is the first segment of a two-phased lane shift that will provide space for construction activities on the east side of Rainier Avenue S. Drivers should expect delays and increased congestion while traffic patterns adjust, and should exercise caution when entering or exiting driveways along the corridor. For more information, read our latest construction update.
The King County Metro bus stop on northbound Rainier Avenue S in front of McLendon Hardware has been temporarily relocated south of the intersection of Rainier Avenue S and S 4th Place.
The City of Renton is improving Rainier Avenue S from S Grady Way to S 2nd Street, resulting in a safer and more attractive corridor for vehicles and pedestrians. When completed, Rainier Avenue S will have wider sidewalks, landscaped planter strips and medians, upgraded street lighting and improved transit mobility. Several underground utilities will also be relocated, including gas, electricity and telecommunications.
City of Renton
Rainier Avenue S Project
Construction Field Office
263 Rainier Ave. S., Suite 201
Renton, WA 98057
