Rickreall ADA curb ramps and Dallas TSP open house updates

Our crews are working to bring curb ramps to ADA standards in Dallas and Rickreall. This helps improve accessibility for everyone, whether you drive, ride, walk or roll.

During construction, you can expect:

• Work happening in both cities at the same time.
• Crews working mostly during the daytime, Monday through Friday.
• Shoulder and lane closures as needed.
• Flaggers helping direct traffic as needed.
• Delays and construction noise.​
• Businesses to remain open during construction.​

Please remember to use the designated crossings to safely cross the street. While we're working on the sidewalks and ramps, some crossing may be closed for the safety of both pedestrians and drivers. 

Please join us on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Dallas Civic Center, 945 SE Jefferson Street, Dallas, OR 97338 to provide your input on key transportation related issues within the community.

Doors open at 4:00 p.m. with presentations scheduled at 4:30 p.m. and again at 5:30 p.m. The accessible entrance is on the north side of the building.

Accommodations will be provided to people with disabilities and material can be provided in alternative formats. Please call 541-294-3347 or statewide relay 7-1-1 at least 48 hours in advance.

Can't make the in-person event? Learn more and share your thoughts online by April 7!

At this online open house, you can:

• Learn more about the Dallas TSP and process.
• Find out why we're doing this work.
• Learn how you can be involved.
• Share your thoughts.

Check it out before the online open houses closes on April 7!

Using the zipper merge may take a change in your mindset. Many drivers were taught to merge early and believe they are being “cut off" by vehicles merging from the lane that is ending. But sharing the road with a zipper merge means being patient and taking turns.

As you see the “lane closed ahead" sign, stay in your current lane up to the point of merge. Then take turns with other drivers to ease into the remaining lane. It is safer for motorists to use both lanes until reaching the defined merge area and then take turns continuing in the open lane, like the teeth of a zipper.

Safer driving habits benefit travelers and workers alike by preventing crashes and keeping traffic moving smoothly. ​

We know that construction isn't convenient for anyone, whether you drive, ride, walk, roll or shop in the area. 

To help you see where to go, we use blue signs and markers to show business entrances or accesses to parking lots. As a reminder, businesses are open during construction – and your support during this dusty time is appreciated!

When in doubt – look for blue to help guide you to a nearby business!

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

See what else is being constructed on the roads around your community by visiting our webpage. Explore our interactive map to see what we're working on!

Pay attention in the work zone, 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.

Don't keep this a secret – help us spread the word!

Share this email with your friends, family and neighbors so they can also get connected and sign up to receive email updates to learn about the work we're doing.

Know Before You Go!

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