We're building ADA curb ramps in Forest Grove and Gaston on OR 47

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 02/01/2024 04:17 PM PST

Project Update

Do you drive, ride, walk or roll along OR 47 in Forest Grove or Gaston?

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No matter how you move through the area, we want to make OR 47 in your community more accessible.

One of the ways we’re doing that is by rebuilding or installing ADA curb ramps in Forest Grove and Gaston starting in mid-2024.

Why are curb ramps important?

ADA curb ramps make it easier for people to move between the sidewalk and road. This can be helpful for those who have trouble stepping up and down high curbs.

It's also helpful for people using wheelchairs, strollers, walkers, hand carts and bicycles. These ramps make it easier for everyone to get around, whether they have a disability or not.

Check out the corners we're looking at by visiting our interactive map.

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When we start construction, you can expect:

Construction noise.
Shoulder and lane closures.
Delays.
Flaggers helping direct traffic as needed.

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Project area map

Visit the project webpage to learn more about the work we're doing.

Help us spread the word!

Feel free to share this email with your friends, family and neighbors so that they can also sign up to receive these email updates to learn about the work we're doing on OR 47 in Forest Grove and Gaston.

Heads up Forest Grove

We're also installing rumble strips in your community this summer! These are grooves in the pavement that create vibration and sound to alert drivers when they're leaving a lane.

Check out the rumble strip project webpage to learn more.

Check out what we're building in and around your community!

See what we're doing on the roads in and around your community by visiting our construction webpage. Explore our interactive map to see what we're working on.

Pay attention in work zones, slow down and move over – imagine this is where you work! Always drive safely, watch for construction signs and workers.

Remember: fines double in all Oregon work zones, whether workers and signs are present or not.

Translation/Interpretation Accommodations

For ADA Title II or Civil Rights Title VI accommodations, translation/interpretation services or for additional information call 503-986-2600, TTY (800) 735-2900 or use the statewide Oregon Relay Service: 7-1-1.

Si desea obtener información sobre este proyecto traducida al español, sírvase llamar al 503-986-2600.

For 24/7 road conditions and traffic alerts visit tripcheck.com or call 5-1-1.

Visit the Region 2 construction webpage for more information about projects in construction.

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Oregon Department of Transportation

355 Capitol Street NE, MS 11

Salem, OR , 97301-3871 USA