The Washington Street and Mission Valley Bikeways project is the third of four segments planned as part of the Uptown Bikeways projects. The 3.3-mile bikeway project features separated and buffered bike lanes, bus stop enhancements, and traffic calming measures. It also offers improvements for walkers such as a new walking path, high visibility crosswalks, curb extensions, and traffic signals.

The project was strategically selected and designed to enhance transit and roadway operations and maximize safety for all road users. SANDAG worked with local businesses, residents, schools, and community groups to incorporate feedback on project aesthetics, landscaping, and design features to the extent possible. SANDAG will manage construction, and the City of San Diego will own and operate the bikeway.

Washington Street Bikeway

• Separated bike facilities and shared bike and car lanes will be added on Washington Street from the Washington Street Trolley Station to University Avenue, connecting the Middletown and Mission Hills neighborhoods.
• A walking path will be installed along the south side of Washington Street from India Street to University Avenue.
• A bus island will be built on the north side of Washington Street near India Street.
• Separated bike facilities will be added on San Diego Avenue from Washington Street to Pringle Street.
• Buffered bike lanes will be added on San Diego Avenue from Pringle Street to Noell Street.
• Shared lane markings will be added along Walnut Avenue between Third Avenue and Fifth Avenue, directly connecting the project to the Fourth & Fifth Bikeways.

Mission Valley Bikeway

• Shared lane markings and wayfinding signage will be installed along Third Avenue from Washington Street to Walnut Avenue, and along Walnut Avenue from Third Avenue to Fifth Avenue, connecting to the Fourth & Fifth Avenue Bikeways.
• Shared lane markings with a contra-flow bikes lane will extend along Third Avenue from Washington Street to Lewis Street and along Lewis Street from Bachman Place to Third Avenue.
• Buffered bike lanes will be added along Bachman Place from Lewis Street to Hotel Circle South.
• Separated bike facilities will be installed on Hotel Circle South, Camino De La Reina, and Avenida Del Rio from Bachman Place to Riverwalk Drive connecting Uptown to Mission Valley and the San Diego River Trail.
• A new sidewalk will provide space for an enhanced bus stop at Hotel Circle South and Bachman Place.