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White Center Pedestrian Improvement Project
Construction expected in summer 2026
King County will make it easier and safer for people to cross the road at three intersections in White Center. Photo from Google Maps.
Status update
Construction for this project is expected in summer 2026. Most of the work will occur under lane restrictions with flaggers controlling two-way traffic through a single open lane. However, there may be occasional times when the intersection is closed to allow the concrete for the new crosswalks time to gain strength.
This work will be weather dependent and may be rescheduled due to material, crew, or equipment availability.
When this project is scheduled, we’ll update this website and our MyCommute map. We’ll also email or text a Road Alert to you, if you’ve registered for that service.
Project description
White Center is one of King County’s most densely populated unincorporated communities. Many residents rely on walking, biking, or public transit to get around. Safe sidewalks and crossings are important for people of all ages and abilities, especially children, seniors, and those using wheelchairs or strollers.
King County will improve pedestrian crossings in three intersections that are often used by children in White Center. This includes locations near Evergreen Senior High School, Cascade Middle School, and Steve Cox Memorial Park:
On 10th Ave SW and SW 112th St and SW 114th St improvements will include:
- Sidewalk curb extensions reduce the crossing distance for pedestrians in the crosswalk
- Raised crosswalks slow vehicles and increase pedestrian visibility
- Lane markings guide traffic and increase visibility
- Additional signage reminds drivers to be aware of the crosswalk
On SW 102nd Street at 13th Ave SW improvements include:
- Flashing lights and high-visibility signs alert drivers when pedestrians are crossing
What to expect during construction
- Construction may require the crosswalk to be closed for up to a week. When the corner is closed, a signed detour will direct pedestrians across the street. Construction may require overnight or multiple day closures of the crosswalk.
- There will be temporary pedestrian detours when the crosswalk and curbs are closed for construction. Pedestrian detours will shift throughout the project.
- Sidewalk corners of intersections may be closed even when crews are not working.
- Workers may need to use parking spaces that are adjacent to active construction. Look for round-the-clock no parking signs when these spaces are occupied.
- Adjacent lane closures on the road are possible during construction. Flaggers may direct traffic when crews are working.
- Project updates will be made on this website and on MyCommute website.
- Contact us with any questions or if you need or want information translated into a different language and/or format.
Construction hours and noise
- Crews may work Monday through Friday, 7 am to 6 pm
- We expect construction to occur in the summer months when school is not in session, except for a few days of minor landscape restoration in early fall. We are coordinating with the Highline School District.
- People living or working nearby may hear noise from jackhammers, trucks, generators, and other construction equipment.
Frequently asked questions
We will do our best to keep community members informed about the project. Project updates and active construction location information will be shared in the following ways:
- Status updates to this website and our MyCommute website.
- We’ll send email or text messages notifications to those who subscribe to our Road Alert service.
- Flyers to nearby businesses, recreational facilities, and neighbors.
- Signs alerting pedestrians to upcoming temporary sidewalk or crosswalk closures.
- Posts on X (Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram.
Photos
Children, families, and seniors often use the crosswalk at SW 102nd Street at 13th Ave SW to go to or from Steve Cox Memorial Park. This crosswalk will be improved with pedestrian-activated rapid flashing beacons to make it safer to cross the street. Photo from Google Maps.
Pedestrian-activated rapid flashing beacons like this will be added at the crosswalk at SW 102nd Street at 13th Ave SW in White Center to make it safer to cross the street
Near Cascade Middle School and Evergreen Senior High School in White Center, Road Services will raise the crosswalks and add new markings at two intersections on 10th Ave SW. Photo from Google Maps.