Background

Martin Way is a major regional thoroughfare and corridor serving the communities of Olympia, Lacey, and Thurston County. The former state highway serves as the area’s primary alternative to Interstate 5, has frequent transit service, and is home to a variety of business activities and destinations. Looking forward, the corridor is forecast to grow in importance as a strategic transportation link and business destination. A comprehensive review of Martin Way’s current conditions and future opportunities is underway to help guide growth to better serve the needs of the community.

The Martin Way Corridor Study will identify a common vision, as well as opportunities to develop the identity and character of the Martin Way corridor as it grows into the future. Actions may include ways to improve safety for all users of the corridor, access to businesses, routes for pedestrian and cyclists and connections to other destinations.

The study will result in several documents and include a variety of public engagement opportunities. Additional information on each of these pieces will be posted as they are developed.