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Capitol Lake’s Big Water Change | Seattle News
Capitol Lake’s water level just dropped — and it’s not just for show. On July 19, they opened the 5th Avenue Dam gate as part of a major restoration push to revive the Deschutes River’s natural flow to Budd Inlet, something that hasn’t happened in 70 years. The goal? Replace the aging bridge with a sleek, modern landmark while improving walkability, biking, and driving. They’re already 60% done with design, aiming for full plans by June 2027 — with construction likely to start soon and take six years. The old bridge stays open, and while the exposed lakebed is off-limits due to contaminants…
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