Construction starts on OR 6 at Wilson River Loop next week, east of Tillamook

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 09/03/2026 05:30 PM PDT

Project update

Wilson River Loop East Safety Improvements

Construction starts next week

You may have seen crews in the area setting up the work zone to prepare for construction at the OR 6 and Wilson River Loop intersection.

When work starts, you can expect:

Crews working at night.
Lane and shoulder closures as needed.
Flaggers directing traffic as needed.
Construction noise and delays.

About the project

We're planning to:

Widen and build a buffered right-turn lane.
Install new signs as required by the project.

These improvements will make the intersection safer, helping to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes.

Visit the project webpage to learn more

Plan for multiple work zones from Banks to the coast on OR 6 this year

Curious what we're doing?

Check out the corridor webpage to learn more about the work we have planned along OR 6 to improve safety and give you a smoother ride.

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.

Have questions? Contact:

Mindy McCartt | Public Information Officer | 503-507-6045

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