Puget Sound Transportation Projects

From WSDOT: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr99/viaductclosuresystem/ This project will build gates at all on ramps to the viaduct that will automatically close in the event of an earthquake. Since currently it can take up to 2 hours to close the viaduct (in a minor event), this is very important. There is a definite risk of collapse until the [...]

From WSDOT: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr99/its/ This project will add Intelligent Transportation Systems equipment to the SR 99 Alaskan Way Viaduct and corridor. This equipment will include cameras, VMS signs and light timing equipment. The purpose for this equipment is twofold: First, it will be used to notify and reroute users in the event of accidents or a [...]