Wilson Avenue Corridor Project Update – May 13, 2024

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: May 13 – May 17

The last portions of Phase 3 in the modernization project spanning from Second Street to Centennial Street are currently underway, with an anticipated completion by the end of this month.

STAGE 2 Improvements: Second Street to Fourth Street

• Crews will apply the final layer of asphalt, known as the “top lift,” and complete the striping for the project.
• Landscape work and irrigation system installation are ongoing.
• Traffic signal electrical wiring work continues.

REMINDER: Beginning Monday, May 13, crews will begin installing Dura-curbs and completing striping along Wilson Avenue between Third Street and Centennial Street to protect on-street bike lanes. As a result, parking will no longer be allowed on Wilson Avenue.  

TRAFFIC CHANGE IN EFFECT

Traffic light at Third Street and Wilson Avenue is converted to a temporary stop sign during construction.

The traffic signal at Third Street and Wilson Avenue has been temporarily replaced with a stop sign as part of the Wilson Avenue Corridor Project. For those traveling eastbound on Wilson Avenue at the Third Street intersection, the only option will be a right turn to go southbound on Third Street; there will be no left turn option to go northbound on Third Street. The removal of the signal places construction a month ahead of schedule, with completion expected in May.

The new traffic signal will enhance traffic flows and improve both driver and pedestrian safety. 

Detour Map

The Wilson Avenue Corridor is a multi-phase modernization project that will improve safety and east-west connectivity for all users along Wilson Avenue from Second Street to 15th Street.

Waterline system upgrades are being constructed as part of the project to optimize synergy opportunities.

GENERAL PROJECT NOTES

• Access to all area businesses along the construction area will be maintained.
• Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
• Daytime work hours are in effect from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• There are many construction projects in the area and throughout the City of Bend. Travel safely.

PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS

• EMS, buses and other delivery/service providers have been included on this distribution list.
• Share the website information where others can also sign up for updates at www.bendoregon.gov/wilson

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

• Construction Phone Line: (541) 322-9919
• Project website: www.bendoregon.gov/wilson
• Project Contacts:
  • Sinclair Burr – PE, Project Manager
  • ShanRae Hawkins – Project Public Involvement Coordinator

The Wilson Avenue Corridor Project is the first Transportation General Obligation (GO) Bond project approved by voters in 2020. To learn about more projects around Bend included in the GO Bond, visit www.bendoregon.gov/gobond.