Next week we're making improvements to the OR 202 bridge over the Nehalem River in Birkenfeld near milepost 40.6. We estimate starting on September 9 and completing on September 14.

We're resurfacing the bridge to preserve it and give you a smoother ride. 

You can expect: 

• Daytime work.
• Single lane closures with flaggers helping direct traffic.
• Construction noise and delays.

We're working on a project to replace a culvert under OR 47 that was damaged in January 2022 by a storm. A culvert is a pipe or channel that allows water to flow under the road. 

We installed a temporary fix, but are returning in 2025 to build a new permanent culvert. This new culvert will help improve fish passage through the area while making it safer for vehicles and pedestrians using the road.

The current surface of the OR 202 bridge in Vesper is rough and needs frequent repairs. 

In 2026, we plan to make the bridge safer and give you a smoother drive by:

• Replacing the bridge surface and railing. 
• Adding new guardrail.
• Improving drainage in the area.

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