Temporary pause, lasting improvements in Vernonia

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 06/24/2025 01:04 PM PDT

Project Alert

We're pausing ADA curb ramp work in Vernonia – see you in fall!

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Our crews have been working on ADA curb ramps in Vernonia to improve accessibility for everyone.

We're pausing our work now that summertime is in full swing. This will help reduce traffic impacts for all the summer activities! You'll still see our crew working on curb ramps on OR 47 in Forest Grove and other highways around Oregon.

Please remember to drive with caution through the area.

Stay tuned – we'll send out an update when we have a better idea about when we'll return in fall 2025.

Visit the OR 47 Vernonia ADA curb ramp project webpage to learn more.

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Why are ADA 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.

By making curb ramps gently slope to the road, it improves accessibility and makes it easier for everyone to get around, whether they have a disability or not.

Planning a trip through Mist this summer?

We're replacing a culvert in Mist this year and will need a temporary full OR 47 closure June 16 through August 21.

You can use OR 47, U.S. 20 and Apiary Road to get around the full closure.

You can expect to see crews working Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visit the OR 47 Messing Creek culvert replacement 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.

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Translation/Interpretation Accommodations

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