A proposal from the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) would transform SW Alaska Street between Fauntleroy Way SW and 42nd Ave. SW by eliminating general car through-traffic after light rail construction. Under the plan, the street segment would prioritize transit vehicles, wider sidewalks, and protected bike lanes.

Specific details on the proposed street layout can be reviewed on page 33 of the West Seattle Light Rail Station Area Street Concept Plan.

Traffic Diversion Concerns and Local Impact

While earlier community surveys gathered input on potential street improvements, the specific tradeoff of completely removing general car access may not have been clear at the time. Project data indicates that removing car access on this stretch could divert up to 10,000 vehicles daily onto surrounding streets, including SW Oregon St. and SW Edmunds St..

Community Survey Open for Feedback

An active community survey is seeking feedback to understand local priorities and determine how these street changes might affect visits to the Junction. Community members can share their perspectives directly by taking the

Future of SW Alaska St Survey