OR 47 in Vernonia: ADA curb ramp update

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 10/29/2025 05:08 PM PDT

Project Update

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OR 47 ADA Curb Ramps

Our crews have been working on ADA curb ramps in Vernonia to improve accessibility for everyone, whether you drive, ride, walk or roll.

Halloween is around the corner but remember – so are work zones. Please use caution, follow signs and avoid closed curb ramps to keep everyone safe!

Vernonia ADA Curb Ramps

Our crews are currently working on OR 47 between Cougar Street and Missouri Avenue.

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You can expect:

Crews working mostly during the day, Monday through Friday.
Occasional night work as needed.
Shoulder and lane closures as needed.
Lane shifts as needed.
Flaggers helping direct traffic.
Delays and construction noise.

Visit the Vernonia ADA curb ramp webpage to learn more.

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What's up with all the ADA curb ramp work?

You may have noticed an increase in ADA curb ramp construction throughout the Willamette Valley, North Coast and even Oregon as a whole.

We're committed to making our highways more accessible for everyone, whether you drive, ride, walk or roll. As part of this effort, we've been working in several communities to bring curb ramps to ADA standards.

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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.

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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Translation/Interpretation Accommodations

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Si desea obtener información sobre este proyecto traducida al español, sírvase llamar al TTY (800) 735-2900.

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Oregon Department of Transportation

355 Capitol Street NE, MS 11

Salem, OR , 97301-3871 USA