Water quality at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park has improved allowing the beach to reopen. While low bacteria counts do not guarantee complete safety, current conditions meet public health guidance for reopening. Please continue to enjoy the beach responsibly and stay informed on current conditions.
Published on September 14, 2026
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) will close northbound Interstate 405 from North Southport Drive/Sunset Boulevard NE (Exit 5) to Coal Creek Parkway SE (Exit 10) from 11:30 p.m. Friday, September 18, to 4 a.m. Monday, September 21.
During the closure, crews will work on drainage, paving and a traffic switch as part of the I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project. Detour signs will be in place.
Find news from WSDOT at wsdot.wa.gov/about/news.
Craig Smiley, I-405/SR 167 Program Communications - 425-417-9658
24-Hour Construction Hotline - 425-818-0161
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