Cross Kirkland Corridor Closures

The Cross Kirkland Corridor is closed in multiple locations due to necessary construction projects.

King County’s urgent repair of the Eastside Interceptor (ESI)

The ESI is a large regional wastewater pipeline that runs along the CKC. A section of the pipeline has developed leaks and structural issues that require immediate attention to protect public health, the environment, and community infrastructure.

How it affects the CKC: Beginning as early as the week of September 29, 2025, the CKC will be fully closed for about two weeks from NE 52nd Street to 108th Ave NE. A detour map is available on the project page at the link below.

Learn more about the ESI repair project here.

NE 85th Street Shared-Use Pathway - 6th Street to 405 Improvements

The City of Kirkland is building a shared-use pedestrian and bicycle path along Northeast 85th Street that will connect Kirkland's downtown to the new Bus Rapid Transit interchange on I-405.

How it affects the CKC: The CKC is currently closed from NE 85th Street to NE 87th Street. Multiple detour routes are available. A detour map is available on the project page at the link below and posted on-site.

Learn more about the shared-use pathway project here.