News from Public Works
Jul 28, 2026
Hylebos Bridge Reopened to Vehicular Traffic
The Hylebos Bridge (located off East 11th Street in the Tacoma Tideflats) has been reopened to vehicular traffic. Community members with questions or concerns can contact Public Works…
Jul 27, 2026
Hylebos Bridge Closed to Vehicular Traffic
UPDATE: As of 12:15 pm on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, the Hylebos Bridge is now open to both vehicular and shipping traffic. The Hylebos Bridge (located off East…
Jul 21, 2026
Tacoma City Council Receives Positive Streets Initiative Update
In their Study Session today, the Tacoma City Council received an update on the accomplishments and outcomes of Tacoma’s Streets Initiative over the past ten years.
Jul 07, 2026
City of Tacoma Awarded $7.6 Million BUILD Grant for Environmental Analysis and Final Design Phase of Fishing Wars Memorial Bridge Replacement Project
The City of Tacoma has been awarded a $7.6 million BUILD grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to support the environmental analysis and final design of the…
Jun 16, 2026
Tacoma City Council Adopts Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
The Tacoma City Council has adopted the Six-Year Comprehensive Transportation Improvement Program Amended 2026 and 2027-2032. This comprehensive program supports a multimodal system that safely and efficiently connects…
Jun 15, 2026
Tacoma Avenue South – from South 38th Street to Wright Avenue – Closed Through July 20 for Residential Street Restoration Program Maintenance Work
Tacoma Avenue South – from South 38th Street to Wright Avenue – is closed through July 20 to allow for maintenance work as part of the Residential Street…
Jun 09, 2026
Full Intersection Closure at E. 11th Street and St. Paul Avenue for One-Day Asphalt Repairs on June 27
A full intersection closure will take place at E. 11th Street and St. Paul Avenue on Saturday, June 27, from 6 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. to facilitate…
Jun 08, 2026
Hylebos Bridge to Close for Five Hours on June 11 for Centerlock Replacement
The Hylebos Bridge is scheduled to close on June 11, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., while crews work to replace its centerlock. The centerlock is a vital…