This story was originally published on MyNorthwest.com.
Extended lane closures eastbound I-90 at Mercer Island
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is finishing a project on the East Channel Bridge that started with a failed expansion joint in January 2024.
Drivers may recall the massive backups caused during that emergency closure in 2024. This latest project will most likely bring similar backups to eastbound I-90 through Oct. 5, the projected completion date.
For the next 16 days, the one-mile stretch between E. Mercer Way and Bellevue Way will be down to three lanes. It is common to see backups starting in Seattle during peak drive times. This leaves SR 520 as the only option crossing Lake Washington…