Washington - Freedom of mobility is the key at the Pacific Avenue Interchange in Tacoma where construction continues on parts of the $12,000,000 junction serving five state highways. Since the interchange was opened to through traffic just two years ago on September 21, it is estimated that approximately 29,200,00 vehicle crossing have been made. Construction is progressing southward between East 34th and 40th streets on Sighn Routes 7, the highway to majestic Mount Rainier. Robert W. Evans, chairman of the
Washington- Interstate 5 in downtown Seattle. At top left is the Smith Tower. At center top is pictured the top of the world famous Space Needle, focal point of the 1962 World's Fair.
Washington- PSH-! Seattle-Everett Freeway, looking north from 175th Street NE.
Washington- Smoke stacks? No. supports for Seattle's section of Interstate 5.
Washington- this sit-in park was constructed on right-of-way remnants along I-5 within the Seattle city limits. This site is also at the termination of a freeway ramp that forms the primary entrance to the C.B.D. for northbound travelers. The water sculpture, landscaping and decorative paving, costing approximately $70,000. was donated to the City of Seattle by Mr. Floyd A. Naramore of the architectural firm of Naramore, Bain, Brady and Johanson, and was dedicated on June 13, 1967.
Washington- The reversible center roadway (not yet in use) of the Seattle Freeway, part of Interstate 5, will meet the alternating-direction peak demand of morning and evening rush-hour traffic.
Interstate Route 90 slopes down from the foreground to cross an impressive structure over the Columbia River near Vantage, Wash. The old bridge at this location was removed, since it would have been submerged after completion of Wanapum Dam downstream. The public utility district which built the dam contributed $4 million toward the new bridge.
Progress of the Interstate Map.
Washington - Exhibit featuring Washington State's segments of the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways (I-5,I-90, and I-82) at the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads.
Washington - Interstate Route 90 slopes down from the foreground to cross an impressive structure over the Columbia River near Vantage. The old bridge at this location was removed, since it would have been submerged after completion of Wanapum Dam downstream. The public utility district which built the dam contributed $4million toward the new bridge.
Washington - Interstate 5 is pictured as I winds through the central business district of Seattle, queen city of the Northwest. Opening of this freeway by the end of 1966 is expected to place approximately three million people within two hours of downtown Seattle. According to Director of Highways, Charles g. Prahl, this project will serve more people than any other transportation incomplete n cooperation with engineers and officials of the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads.
Seattle, Washington - tri-level section of I-5 near Lakeview Boulevard. Space Needle towers above city's skyline.
Interstate 5 in Washington has cut travel time between Seattle and Everett by 30 percent. (Construction incomplete when photographed)
Washington- Seattle Freeway, Looking north-- Swamp Creek Interchange near Lynnwood.
Washington- The craggy face of Mt. Stewart, masked by winter snows, is just one delightful sample of the scenic vistas opened to motorist upon completion of the I-90 link between Cle Elum and Ellensburg. The 4-lane Freeway climbs gracefully to more than 2,000 feet, sweeping through evergreen-studded elk territory. Two rest areas are planned, one for each direction of travel, at a point chosen for its panoramic mountain view.
Washington - Seattle- area motorist lost little time in getting acquainted with the Seattle Freeway. This photo, taken shortly after the ribbon-cutting ceremony, shows the prompt changeover of traffic to the new and safer highway. The view is toward the south from the Yesler Way under-crossing bridge.
Washington- Shrubs planted along Interstate 5 north of Seattle help to beautify the highway and prevent erosion.