Width restrictions deferred for U.S. 101 bridges

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 09/20/2016 11:21 AM PDT

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September 20, 2016; R3-47-16

For more information: Over Dimension Permit Unit, (503) 373-0000

Width restrictions deferred for U.S. 101 bridges

PORT ORFORD — ODOT deferred two bridge repair projects on U.S. 101.

Reinhart Creek Bridge

Reinhart Creek Bridge (MP 311.40), located south of Port Orford, will have a 10-foot, six-inch width restriction from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. daily beginning Monday, Sept. 26. The restriction is needed to treat the bridge deck with an epoxy overlay. The work is estimated for completion by Sunday, Oct. 30.

Thomas Creek Bridge

Thomas Creek Bridge (MP 347.78), located north of Brookings, will have an 11-foot, six-inch width restriction from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. daily beginning Saturday, Nov. 26. The restriction is needed to treat the bridge deck with an epoxy overlay. The work is estimated for completion by Jan. 31, 2017.

Detour route information

No local detours are available. Motor carriers hauling loads need to avoid traveling through these areas during the restricted days/hours, or use authorized alternate routes.

Motor Carriers need to provide this information to their drivers, by copy of this letter or other means, to assure awareness of the restriction. Restrictions and effective dates may change due to weather or other unforeseen delays. The latest restriction list is online at: www.oregontruckingonline.com/cf/MCAD/pubMetaEntry/restrictionsList/.

QUESTIONS: For help determining authorized alternate routes, contact the agency’s Over Dimension Permit Unit, (503) 373-0000, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. For current highway construction and travel information, visit www.tripcheck.com or dial 511.

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