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BURKE-GILMANMultimodal Connector
The UW is requesting a TIGER 2014 grant to help complete this critical transportation corridor before light rail opens
Our SolutionThe Burke-Gilman Multimodal Connector will replace the critical yet aging cornerstone of the regional trail network with a modern, world-class connection. The new section will not only meet existing needs, but will provide enough capacity for bicyclists and pedestrians to enjoy the trail safely well into our future.
The ProblemThe Burke-Gilman Trail is more than a regional treasure; it is a major transportation, recreation and nature corridor and the most heavily-used trail in Washington. In recent years, the trail’s growing popularity has led to overcrowding and conflicts between pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists. Additional development, including a new light rail station, is anticipated to dramatically increase trail demand.
How You Can HelpWe need your help in order to make our TIGER 2014 grant application successful. Sign up as a project supporter online at http://uw.edu/burke-gilman and we’ll add your name to the growing list of citizens who see the importance of this regional connection and send it in to USDOT alongside our application.
Projected Bicycle and Pedestrian Trips per afternoon peak hour
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238% increase
92% increase
Alder, Elm residence halls open
Mercer Court Apartments open
Puget Sound Bike Share launches
Husky Stadium renovations complete
Terry, Maple residence halls open
University Link expansion opens
North Link expansion opens
Seattle Children’s and University VIllage expansions complete
Lander residence hall opens
SR 520 Multiuse path projected opening
East Link expansion opens
Contact information: Elisabeth McLaughlin, UW Transportation Services, Phone: 206-616-6682 Email: [email protected] Web: uw.edu/burke-gilman
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Contact information: Elisabeth McLaughlin, UW Transportation Services, Phone: 206-616-6682 Email: [email protected] Web: uw.edu/burke-gilman
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Project Bene�tsWith the Burke-Gilman Multimodal Connector, the University of Washington is planning for the region’s active transportation future. New light rail stations, high-density residential living, and expansions of the bicycle and pedestrian networks continue to transform the region and encourage walking and bicycling. The connector complements these e�orts by creating a world-class transportation, recreation and nature corridor in the heart of the region.
Trail improvements will improve chokepoints such as
the Lewis Lane railroad trestle bridge (left). The area will see a new bridge, better connections, and an improved transit plaza.
This trail connects all of North Seattle with light rail, enabling
residents to get to and from downtown without a vehicle.
The trail intersections will feature large mixing zones
(right) with distinct materials, signage, improved lighting and
tra�c calming measures that alert trail users to upcoming
intersections.
The trail provides Seattle residents access to a world-class
university, hundreds of businesses, a stadium and
arena, regional medical center, social services, museums,
performing arts centers, public parks and more.
A demonstration zone of the new treatments outside of the Mercer Court Apartments shows how the
trail separates bicyclists from pedestrians, minimizing modal
con�icts and improving safety for all trail users.
If left unimproved, the poor condition of the trail will threaten
accessibility, mobility and economic growth in one of
Seattle’s largest business districts.