The South 7th Street Corridor Improvements Project develops this corridor as a key east-west bicycle route into the downtown. The project installs a multi-use path on the north side of S 7th Street between Shattuck and Burnett Ave S., and intersection improvements at multiple intersections along the corridor from Shattuck Ave S to Oakesdale Ave S. The intersection improvements from Shattuck Ave S westward along this corridor will improve bicycle facilities and intersection operations to provide upgraded signage to bicyclists.
Bicycle improvements include push-button activation, green bike lanes through conflict/crossing zones, and pavement markings. This project will also upgrade an existing marked crosswalk with flashing beacons with higher visibility technology. The multi-use path will upgrade curb ramps along its path to ADA standards.
The City of Renton Trails and Bicycle Master Plan (2009) identified a need for a defined bicycle route between Downtown and the western city limits. The existing signed shared roadway along the South 7th Street corridor currently serves as a key bicycle route into and out of downtown Renton to the west.
The project improvements will also serve as key non-motorized access to the new Sound Transit BRT station and existing WSDOT Park and Ride at S 7th Street and Shattuck Ave S. The multi-used trail will also provide non-motorized access between the new Sound Transit BRT station and the Downtown Transit Center and Piazza.
Cross Section of South 7th Street (click to enlarge)
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