Heads up North Powder - curb ramp construction begins this week

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Construction begins this week in North Powder

Travelers should expect intermittent shoulder and lane closures

March 25, 2026

NORTH POWDER – We are upgrading curb ramps in North Powder, Richland, and Halfway to meet current ADA standards. These improvements will make travel safer and more accessible for everyone.

Work begins in North Powder
Crews will set up traffic control and temporary signs, then begin cutting into existing corners to replace the ramps. Crews will start at A Street and move toward town. Work in North Powder is expected to continue into early June.

Crews are expected to return to Halfway in June and finish curb ramp upgrades in July.

Construction in Richland is planned for July through September.

All curb ramp upgrades are scheduled to be finished by October 2026.
Construction schedules may change due to weather or other unexpected issues.


During construction, you can expect:

  • Intermittent shoulder and lane closures.
  • Flaggers.
  • Access to businesses will remain open during construction.
  • All pedestrians will have access through or around work zones.

Watch for work crews and equipment when you see our orange construction signs, cones and barricades.

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Visit the ODOT ADA webpage for more information about the statewide effort to upgrade curb ramps throughout Oregon.

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For project information:

Vicki Moles, Community Affairs Specialist
541-620-4527
vicki.l.moles@odot.oregon.gov

For more information on other projects in eastern Oregon, visit: Region 5 Eastern Oregon project webpage.

For 24/7 road conditions and traffic alerts visit tripcheck.com or call 5-1-1.