August 16, 2024 - August 23, 2024
Region 4 Weekly Construction Update
Here at ODOT, we are committed to providing a safe and efficient transportation system for everyone. We invest in Oregon's future through roadway improvement projects. The following projects are located within Region 4; Central Oregon from The Dalles to Klamath Falls on the east side of the Cascades.
There are two ways to learn about construction taking place for the upcoming week.
1. Visit TripCheck.com. Constantly updated with construction and crash data, TripCheck is the best way to learn about road conditions around the state. Click on a traffic cone symbol on the map to see construction impacts for that area.
2. Scroll down to the counties and highways listed below to see impacts that could affect you. Construction information is shown for one week, giving you the most up-to-date information.
All work is dependent on weather conditions, and schedules are subject to change.
DESCHUTES COUNTY
U.S. 97 and U.S. 20 Bend North Corridor
Travelers will encounter single lane closures on U.S. 97 from Empire to Grandview for traffic control maintenance and sidewalk demolition/grading.
Crews will be performing miscellaneous clean-up work on U.S. 20 from Cooley to Robal, and demolition, grading, and flatwork on the southbound shoulder of U.S. 97 from Grandview to Robal. Crews will be performing excavation, grading, paving, sign installation, and bridge work on U.S. 97 between Grandview and Cooley and Empire, and demolition, grading, and flatwork on the sidewalks of the existing 97 business park.
PLAN AHEAD:
The following ramps will be closed for the weekend beginning Friday 8/23 at 8p.m. through Monday 8/26 at 5 a.m. for bridge overlay work. Signed detours will be in place:
- 3rd Street to Westbound U.S. 20 ramp
- Southbound U.S. 97B to Eastbound U.S. 20 / 3rd Street ramp
Expected completion - December 2024
More project information here.
U.S. 97: Lower Bridge Way - NW10th Street (Terrebonne)
Crews continue to clear and perform earthworks on Northwest 10th Street. 11th Street from Central Ave north to U.S. 97 is closed (local traffic only). Travelers should expect minor traffic impacts.
Expected completion- May 2026.
More project information here.
U.S. 20: 3rd Street - 15th Street (Greenwood, Bend) Project
Crews will be performing daytime shoulder closures and nighttime lane closures for sidewalk operations.
Moderate delays expected.
Expected completion- December 2024
More project information here.
U.S. 20 at Locust Street Roundabout
Travelers will encounter daytime shoulder closures Monday to Friday. Moderate delays are expected.
Access to South Locust Street and Hood Avenue is closed with detours in place until these roads are completed in September.
Expected completion - October 2024
More project information here.
OR 126: Redmond - Powell Butte
Crews will be performing nighttime lane closures Sunday night to Friday morning for excavation, drainage and sidewalks from U.S. 97 to Veterans Way. Moderate delays expected.
Expected completion - May 2025
More project information here.
OR 242: McKenzie Pass Pavement Preservation Project
Crews will be performing daytime lane and shoulder closures for various cleanup work. Minor delays are expected.
Expected completion - December 2024
More project information here.
CLACKAMAS COUNTY
OR 35: U.S. 26 Overcrossing Bridge (Mt. Hood Highway)
Crews will be onsite pouring bridge panels and constructing bridge rail. Single lane closures controlled by portable traffic signals should be anticipated on OR 35.
Expected Completion - May 2025.
More project information here.
CROOK COUNTY
U.S. 26 Meadow Lakes Drive – Combs Flat Road (Prineville)
Crews will be performing daytime shoulder closures and nighttime lane closures Monday to Friday for excavation, drainage, sidewalk, and signal operations. Moderate delays are expected. Travelers can expect nighttime lane closures at U.S. 26 (3rd St) and Main Monday - Friday. Claypool St Street will have lane closures all week.
More project information here.
Expected completion- November 2024.
GILLIAM COUNTY
OR 206: Rock Creek Bridge Project
OR 206 at Rock Creek Bridge (10.6 miles east of Condon at milepost 51.67) is fully closed to all traffic. A signed detour will direct all traffic around the project on OR 19 & OR 207 with message board notifications to alert drivers of the closure in Condon and Heppner.
Crews will be onsite drilling and pouring drilled shafts for the new bridge.
Expected completion - November 2024
More project information here.
JEFFERSON COUNTY
U.S. 26: Wapinitia Junction - Warm Springs River Sec.
Motorists should anticipate single lane closures controlled by flaggers on U.S. 26 & OR 216, Sunday night through Friday morning, between 7p.m. and 7a.m. while crews are onsite installing new guardrails and permanent striping. Please use caution while traveling through the work zone.
Expected completion- August 2024
More project information here.
KLAMATH COUNTY
OR 140 at OR 66 Intersection Improvements
No work expected this week.
Expected completion - September 2024
More project information here.
OR 140 Brett Way Extension (South Klamath Falls Highway, MP 3.74 - 4.75)
No work expected this week.
More project information here.
Expected completion - September 2024
U.S. 97: OR 58 - California Border Project (The Dalles - California Highway, MP 252.44 - MP 278.81)
Pelican Bridge at MP 272.99:
U.S. 97 over Lakeport Boulevard is open to traffic. Lakeport Boulevard will be closed, travelers should use signed detour route.
Link River Bridge at MP 275.03: Travel lanes have been shifted on Main Street. All bridge work will be done behind the barrier, no delays expected. Conger Avenue and George Nurse Way are closed for thru traffic. Travelers should follow the detour in place.
Expected completion - June 2025
More project information here.
U.S. 97: SCL Crescent - Willamette Highway 58 Junction Section
Crews will be performing night paving work controlled by flaggers and pilot car from 7p.m. to 7a.m. Monday night through Friday morning. Travelers should expect 20-minute delays.
Expected completion- October 2024
VARIOUS HIGHWAYS
All Roads Transportation Safety (ARTS) Intersection Upgrades Project (U.S. 97 at milepost 120.96 - 121.48, U.S. 26 at milepost 112.48, U.S.197 at milepost 0.78 - 1.55)
Crews will be performing nighttime lane closures and daytime shoulder closures on U.S.97 and U.S. 197 Monday to Friday for signage operations. Minor delays expected.
More project information here
Questions or comments?
Meghan Blyth, community affairs coordinator
541-316-3941 or Meghan.L.Blyth@odot.oregon.gov
For current road and weather conditions visit TripCheck.com or call 511
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