Alaskan Way Seawall, Seawall in Seattle, United States.
The Alaskan Way Seawall extends 7,166 feet along Elliott Bay's waterfront, from Bay Street to South Washington Street in downtown Seattle.
Construction of the seawall began in the 1910s, with the southern portion completed first, while the northern section reached completion in 1936.
The seawall's completion in 1936 led to naming the area Alaskan Way, reflecting Seattle's role as a primary trade route to Alaska.
The structure underwent a $410 million renovation between 2013 and 2017 to improve seismic resistance and protect against marine erosion.
The seawall incorporates special design features to support salmon habitats in Elliott Bay while protecting the Seattle waterfront from tides.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 47.60444,-122.33917
Latest update: March 10, 2025 06:15
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