Region 1: Portland metro area
Dec. 20-27, 2025
12/19/2025
Ways to learn about construction taking place:
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Visit TripCheck. Constantly updated with construction and crash data, TripCheck is the best way to learn about roadway conditions around the state.
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Scroll down to the highways listed below to see impacts that may affect you. Construction information is shown for one week, giving you the most up-to-date information for targeted areas in the Portland metro area.
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Review this "quick glance" schedule. Construction information is shown for one week in a visual format, giving you information for targeted areas in the Portland metro area.
*Schedules are subject to change due to weather and other conditions. Traffic impacts may occur for maintenance or other permitted activities.
Interstate 5 – Pacific Highway – RealTime Signs
Project Description: ODOT is installing RealTime Variable Advisory Speed (VAS) signs along a busy stretch of Interstate 5 through south Portland from the Ross Island Bridge to Terwilliger Boulevard. Realtime VAS signs give drivers notice to slow down before they reach a problem area — improving traffic flow and helping to reduce rear-end crashes and congestion.
Traffic impacts: Nighttime single lane closures and daytime shoulder closures.
Project website: bit.ly/I-5VariableSigns
Interstate 5 – Pacific Highway – I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project
Project Description:
We are improving safety and congestion where I-5, I-84 and I-405 converge and reconnecting the Albina neighborhood by constructing a highway a cover over a portion of I-5.
From summer 2025 through late 2026, we are constructing new stormwater facilities, repairing the concrete deck in a section of I-5 completing a seismic retrofit, extending an existing merging lane on SB I-5, and constructing a new sign structure for electronic messaging.
Current work includes mobilizing equipment and preparing work sites for stormwater and seismic resiliency work.
Traffic Impacts: There will be an overnight lane closure on I-5 SB starting at 10pm on 12/22 until 5 am on 12/23 between the I-84 exit ramp and the Morrison Bridge/OMSI exit to prepare for installation of a new sign bridge over I-5.
Website: https://i5rosequarter.org/
Interstate 84 – Columbia River Highway – McCord Creek Bridge
Project Description: We are preparing to replace the aging bridge that carries I-84 east over McCord Creek near Warrendale in 2025-2026. Replacing the bridge will eliminate a dip in the roadway and increase safety, earthquake resilience, and the lifespan of the highway.
Traffic impacts: No impacts.
Project website: www.i84gorgeconstruction.org
Interstate 205 – East Portland Freeway – Improvements Project Phase 1A Abernethy Bridge
Project Description: The I-205 Improvements Project is part of a regional Urban Mobility Strategy to comprehensively reduce congestion and crashes, while also making travel times shorter and more predictable. The first phase of the project will upgrade the Abernethy Bridge to withstand a major earthquake, improve interchanges at OR 43 and OR 99E, along with improving on- and off- ramps to improve safety. Abernethy Bridge will also be widened to accommodate a third lane in each direction. Final lane configuration will be completed in a future phase.
Traffic Impacts: Lane, shoulder and ramp closures in the project area.
Nighttime lane closures on I-205 southbound Monday and Tuesday from 10 pm to 5 am.
Nighttime ramp closures from OR99E to I-205 southbound Monday and Tuesday from 10 pm to 5 am.
Nighttime flagging on Clackamette Drive Monday and Tuesday from 10 pm to 5 am.
Pedestrian detours on OR43 and OR99E.
Project website: i205corridor.org
Interstate 205 – East Portland Freeway – Bus on Shoulder
Project Description: In collaboration with South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) we are working on a project to support more reliable travel by using the highway shoulder for transit vehicles. This concept is referred to as Bus on Shoulder. The project extends approximately five miles in both directions of I-205 between Stafford Road and OR43 (Willamette Drive). Another segment in the southbound direction extends for approximately one mile between the OR 212 interchange and 82nd Drive. Authorized buses may use the shoulder in clearly marked areas when traffic drops below 35 mph. No other vehicles are authorized to use road shoulders to bypass traffic. Emergencies always take priority to use the shoulder.
Traffic Impacts: No traffic impacts.
Project Website: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/projects/pages/project-details.aspx?project=23638
U.S. 26 – Powell Boulevard – Outer Powell Transportation Safety Project
Project Description: We are constructing safety improvements to help people travel Outer SE Powell Boulevard more safely from SE 99th Avenue to SE 122nd Avenue and SE 136th Avenue to just east of SE 174th Avenue (the Portland/Gresham city limits). The first phase, from SE 122nd Avenue to SE 136th Avenue, is complete.
The overall Outer Powell Project will add a center turn lane, sidewalks and bike lanes. These improvements reduce the frequency and severity of crashes as well as help people driving, taking transit, walking and biking share the road with fewer conflicts. Pre-construction activities are underway. Road construction is expected to begin spring 2025 and last five years.
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts, shoulder closures and up to 20-minute traffic holds. Temporary sidewalk closures with accessible pedestrian detours.
Travelers can expect congestion during peak periods. Alternate routes are available. Possible nighttime work with closures. Flaggers may be directing traffic.
No work anticipated Dec. 22-Jan. 1.
Project website: www.OuterPowellSafety.org
U.S. 30 – Historic Columbia River Highway – Multnomah Falls Viaducts
Project description: Two 100 year-old elevated roadways that provide access to Multnomah Falls require repairs to continue providing access to one of Oregon's most iconic sites. The elevated roadways – called viaducts – carry vehicles and bicycles to the Falls and Lodge from the Historic Columbia River Highway. The east viaduct will be closed fall 2025 through spring 2026. Restoration work to the west viaduct on the Historic Columbia River Highway (U.S. 30) between Wahkeena Falls and Multnomah Falls was completed in May 2025.
Traffic impacts: A section of the Historic Columbia River Highway/U.S. 30 between Multnomah Falls and the Oneonta Trailhead is closed to all users from October 6 until Spring 2026.
I-84 is open. Use I-84 Exit 31 or take transit to visit Multnomah Falls. There is no vehicle, pedestrian or bicycle access to Multnomah Falls heading westbound on the Historic Highway from Exit 35. The Oneonta trailhead is open to hikers, with limited parking.
Project website: www.i84GorgeConstruction.org
U.S. 30 BY – St. Johns Bridge – Bridge Repair
Project description: We are improving the long-term safety and lifespan of the St. Johns Bridge by repairing the concrete on the pier columns and arches under the bridge. Repairing the concrete will protect the bridge's steel internal frame and reinforcements from corrosion, maintaining the service life of this beloved Portland Historic Landmark.
Traffic impacts: No traffic impacts.
Project website: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/projects/pages/project-details.aspx?project=37899
OR 8 – TV Highway – fiber optic cable from OR 217 to SW 198th Avenue
Project Description: We are installing new overhead and underground fiber optic cable where gaps exist along OR 8 between SW 198th Avenue in Aloha to OR 217 in Beaverton.
Traffic Impacts: No Impacts.
Project website: OR8construction.org
OR 43 at Marylhurst Drive Intersection Improvements
Project Description: This project will reduce conflicts and improve safety on OR 43 (Willamette Drive) for travelers at the Marylhurst Drive intersection.
Traffic impacts: Shoulder closures on OR 43 at Marylhurst Dr. Sidewalk closures with pedestrian detours.
Website: Bit.ly/ODOT-OR43-Project
Oregon 213 – SE 82nd Avenue – Paving and Safety Improvements
Project Description: We are repaving and making safety improvements on SE 82nd Avenue from SE Foster Road to SE Thompson Road. We will repave SE 82nd Avenue in both directions between SE Foster Road and SE Lindy Street. Pedestrian safety improvements from SE Foster to SE Thompson Road include four new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs), upgrades to curb ramps that meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and adding new sidewalks between SE Clatsop Street and SE Cornwell Street.
Traffic impacts: Nighttime single lane closures are possible on SE 82 Ave. (OR 213) between SE Foster Rd. and SE Lindy St. from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Project website: tinyurl.com/82ndAveFosterToThompson
Oregon 217 – Beaverton-Tigard Highway – Auxiliary Lanes
Project Description: This project will address long-standing congestion on OR 217 between Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway and OR 99W due to too many closely spaced interchanges: 10 interchanges in just over seven miles! This is some of the shortest merging spacing in the region.
Traffic Impacts: Expect lane and shoulder closures on OR 217 Mon-Wed.
Project website: www.hwy217.org
OR 224 – SE 17th Ave and Rusk Rd
Project Description: ODOT is improving safety, paving between SE 17th Avenue and SE 37th Avenue and performing bridge improvements to OR 224 between SE 17th Ave and Rusk Rd.
Traffic impacts: No work expected.
Project website: tinyurl.com/OR224-17toRusk
Various Highways – ADA curb ramp construction (Phase 1 and 2)
Project Description: We are bringing over 300 sidewalk curb ramps into compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards on various highways in Region 1.
Traffic impacts: Daytime lane closures weekdays
- SW Skyline Blvd at U.S. 26
- N Center Ave and Hayden Island Dr at I-5.
Project website: r1ada.org
Various Highways – West ARTS
Project Description: The ARTS Program aims to reduce serious crashes at various intersections on state highway and on local roads. Intersections typically have high rates of crashes. The West ARTS program improves safety at intersections and streets in the west Portland metro area. Improvement corridors include U.S. 30, Tualatin Valley Highway (OR 8), Beaverton-Hillsdale Highway (OR 10), Barbur Boulevard (OR 99W), Macadam Avenue (OR 99E) and Hall Boulevard (OR 141).
Traffic impacts: No impacts.
Project website: www.bit.ly/ARTSProgram
Tips for driving safely in work zones
An inattentive driver is the most common cause of work zone crashes. Drivers and their passengers — not workers — make up the majority of work zone fatalities. What you can do:
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SLOW DOWN!
- Pay attention
- Obey signs and flaggers
Know before you go! Call 511 or visit www.TripCheck.com to check routes, work zones and road and weather conditions before you head out.
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