45th Ave SW Culvert Replacement Project
You’re Invited!
The 45th Avenue Southwest Culvert Replacement Project team will be sharing updates at the Fauntleroy Community Association business meeting at the Hall at Fauntleroy on June 10 at 6:00 p.m.

Come join us to learn about project updates and how to stay informed as the project progresses to construction in 2026.

SPU will also give a short update on the California Ave SW Culvert Replacement Project and the emergency repair efforts.

Can’t make it? We’ll be planning other community engagement activities later this summer, and we’ll share updates about those through our project email and on our project website.

What is the 45th Ave SW Culvert Replacement Project?
SPU plans to replace the aging culvert under 45th Avenue SW, near SW Wildwood Place. The culvert is a structure that channels Fauntleroy Creek under the roadway. Replacing this culvert will restore fish passage, reduce the risk of culvert failure, improve resilience to anticipated climate change, and provide safer working conditions for SPU maintenance crews.

45th Avenue SW Culvert Replacement Project Timeline
SPU is currently in the final design phase for the 45th Ave SW Culvert Replacement Project. The project team will continue to gather feedback from the community, permitting agencies, and other impacted parties and property owners. SPU will continue to provide updates on schedule and expected impacts through ongoing community outreach efforts.

Planning and Early Design: 2018 – 2023
Mid-Design: 2023 – 2024
Final Design: 2025
Construction: 2026 – 2028