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Location: University of Washington - Seattle WA

Husky Pool – University of Washington – Seattle WA

"This structure, housing the swimming pool, was erected as an addition to the physical-education building. The swimming pool is 42 by 75 feet and galleries for spectators are provided to seat 1,000. The construction is reinforced concrete with exterior walls… read more

Project type: Colleges and Universities, Education and Health, Parks and Recreation, Schools, Swimming Pools
Agency: Public Works Administration (PWA)

University of Washington Campus – Seattle WA

A WPA press release from Dec. 1937 stated: “The finishing touches to the creation of what is said will be the most beautiful college campus in tho west will begin this week with the opening operations of a new Works… read more

Project type: Colleges and Universities, Education and Health
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA)

Husky Stadium Expansion – Seattle WA

The University of Washington’s Husky Stadium was expanded during the 1930s as a result of WPA funding assistance and efforts. A WPA press release from Dec. 1937 announced $23,345 in funds for the site and described some of the work: “A… read more

Project type: Parks and Recreation, Stadiums
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA)

Montlake Boulevard Pedestrian Overcrossing – Seattle WA

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A Public Works Administration grant helped to fund construction of the Montlake Boulevard Pedestrian Overcrossing on the campus of the University of Washington. The bridge provided a safer pedestrian connection between the main part of the campus west of Montlake… read more

Project type: Sidewalks and Stairs, Infrastructure and Utilities
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