Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – January 21, 2022

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE OPEN HOUSE

Come talk with project team members about why the Newport Corridor Project is so important to our river and community.

When: Wednesday, January 26, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: Westside Church, 2051 NW Shevlin Park Road

Can’t make it in person? Starting January 26, visit our virtual open house online at www.bendoregon.gov/newportimprovements

SAFETY

More construction equipment has been moved into the area, and activities have increased in multiple areas along Newport Avenue. 

Motorists – it’s extremely important to obey the road closure signs. 

Pedestrians & Bicyclists – closures continue to shift as construction progresses, so continue to be aware of your surroundings.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

A photo of work crews using excavation equipment to excavate for the installation of the stormwater and water line facilities on 12th Street.
Above: Excavation and rock hammering is needed to install stormwater & water line facilities on 12th Street.

A photo overlooking a trench while work crews and excavation equipment install stormwater lines at the corner of 12th Street and Newport Avenue.
Above: Installation of Stormwater lines at the corner of 12th Street and Newport Avenue.

Construction update for January 20 – January 27

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – 12th Street

  • Replacement of the waterline. 
  • Surface grading on the west side of 12th Street.
  • Water service connections to adjacent properties.
  • Construction of the stormwater system at NW Corner of 12th Street & Newport Avenue.

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 5 (Juniper Street to College Way) 

  • Continue construction of the forms and pouring concrete for the stormwater planter walls.

DETOURS IN EFFECT

Traffic Closures and Changes

  • 12th Street, from Ogden Avenue to Newport Avenue.
  • The intersection at NW Knoxville Blvd. and Newport Avenue will be closed.
  • One-way local access only on Newport Avenue, from NW Juniper Street to College Way.

A map of the Newport Avenue Improvements Project road closures, the eastbound detour, and the westbound detour from January 3 - March 2022 (weather permitting). All businesses along Newport Avenue will be open through construction. 

GENERAL PROJECT NOTES

  • Access to all area businesses along the construction corridor will be maintained.
  • Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
  • Daytime work hours are in effect from 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM.
  • The ‘Tree Preservation and Removal Overview Exhibits’ can be found on the project website. These exhibits provide design details about each tree being removed and where new trees will be planted.
  • 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 in the project updates distribution list.
  • Please help us in spreading the word to your clients, customers, and delivery personnel regarding detouring and closures.
  • Share the project website (provided below), where others can also sign up for updates using the ‘PROJECT UPDATES’ button.
  • Please contact the project team if you are not the correct contact for your organization or if others need to be included.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

Project Website: https://www.bendoregon.gov/newportimprovements

24-Hour Construction Phone Line: (541) 200-6972

Project Contacts: 

Brittany Barker, PE – City of Bend, Principal Engineer – bbarker@bendoregon.gov

Peter Guth – Project Public Involvement Coordinator – pguth@dowl.com or (548) 256-6007

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