Behind the beams – see how we're upgrading your I-5 commute near South Salem!

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 05/13/2025 06:30 AM PDT

Road Work Alert

Kuebler Boulevard to Delaney Road

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Thank you for your patience

Good news Salem – we're making progress on the new I-5 bridge over Commercial Street SE!

We recently closed a lane of southbound I-5 so beams could be delivered and installed as part of our work between Kuebler Boulevard and Delaney Road.

See why we closed a lane

Check out our latest video to see trucks bringing in the beams and a crane picking them up and putting them in place.

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If you're going through the area, you can expect:

Construction noise and delays.
Crews working during the day and at night.
Lane, shoulder and ramp closures as needed.
55 mph speed limit in the work zone.

Visit the project webpage!

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

See what is being constructed on the roads around your community by visiting our webpage. You can 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 that fines double in all Oregon work zones, whether workers and signs are present or not.

Community icon. Access for pedestrians, including those with disabilities, will be available through or around work zones.

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About Bridge Funding and Replacement

Our funding to maintain, preserve and replace bridges is limited by the structural revenue issue our agency faces. At the rate we're currently replacing bridges, it would take us almost 900 years to replace all of the bridges on the state highway network.

We will not allow Oregonians to travel on unsafe bridges, but as bridges age it will steadily cost more to maintain them. Over time these bridges will face weight restrictions and eventual closure without timely replacement.

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For ADA Title II or Civil Rights Title VI accommodations, alternate formats, translation/interpretation services or for additional information call 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 TTY (800) 735-2900.

We do not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. ODOT is an EEO/AA Employer.

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Oregon Department of Transportation

355 Capitol Street NE, MS 11

Salem, OR , 97301-3871 USA