The City of Kirkland has granted authorization for 120th Avenue NE in Kirkland to close for five to eight months during construction associated with the Village at Totem Lake project. The closure will begin on Feb. 27.

The closure allows for the installation of new water and sewer utility mains through the roadway and complete reconstruction of the street. The road will be rebuilt into a pedestrian-friendly area with new amenities including wide sidewalks, landscaping, and a cycle track that is separated from the roadway. A rendering of the finished street is available on the City of Kirkland website.

The road will be closed from Totem Lake Way to the northernmost driveway to Trader Joe’s. Drivers will need to use alternate routes to travel through the area. Northbound traffic is being routed along Totem Lake Boulevard. Southbound traffic is being routed west on NE 128th St to 116th Ave NE. All businesses to the north and south of the closure on 120th Ave NE will be open and accessible throughout construction. View a map of the street closure and alternate routes.

More information about development activity at Totem Lake Mall can be found on the City of Kirkland website.

This map shows the detours for the closure of 120th Avenue NE in Totem Lake. Contributed art/City of Kirkland