Work begins April 17, expect traffic impacts into May
April 9, 2026
HAINES – Travelers on Pole Line Lane and U.S. 30 between Haines and Baker City should expect road closures beginning April 17 as crews begin railroad crossing improvement work on Pole Line Lane. Signed detours will be in place.
The project is scheduled to be completed in May.
Road closures
- Pole Line Lane will close for up to three weeks beginning Friday, April 17.
- U.S. 30 will close between Haines and Chandler Lane for up to two weeks beginning Monday, April 27.
U.S. 30 will be closed to give crews room to work on the rail crossing and complete improvements that connect to Pole Line Lane. Work includes repaving around the crossing, tying the roadway into U.S. 30, and installing new striping and signs.
Detours
Local traffic may detour around the closures on Pole Line Lane and U.S. 30 by using Pocahontas Road and Wingville Lane.
Motor carriers traveling north on U.S. 30 from Baker City must detour at Davenport Road and use Exit 298 to access I‑84.
Motor carriers traveling east on I‑84 who require access to U.S. 30 for Baker City must use Exit 298 and follow the signed detour.
 Detour for Pole Line Lane Rail Crossing safety project.
About the project
We are making safety improvements to the rail crossing on Pole Line Lane in Baker County. Work includes:
- Eliminate the steep approach.
- Pave the section of road surrounding the rail crossing and tie into U.S. 30.
- Add new signs.
Visit the project webpage for more information.
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