Columbia Roundabout Improvements Project Update – August 26, 2021

SAFETY FIRST

The construction crew will remove traffic control devices by the end of the day on Friday, August 27, officially opening the roundabout for use. Final landscaping between the roadway and sidewalks will be ongoing. Please be aware of these activities.

As with all major road changes, approach the roundabout with additional awareness as drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians get familiar with the new roundabout.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

The opening of the roundabout is scheduled for the end of the day on Friday, August 27, 2021.

The completion of the intersection improvements at Colorado Ave. & Columbia St. and Simpson Ave. & Columbia St. is a major milestone for the City of Bend. These improvements will create a safer environment for all modes of travel and help accommodate the increasing demand on our system. Our project team’s hard work and dedication would be for nothing without the support and patience of the community. We would like to thank the residents and business owners of Bend for supporting our team throughout this project.

An aerial photo looking west down Simpson and overlooking the new roundabout.
Above: Looking west down Simpson Ave.

An aerial photo overlooking work crews working on final landscaping and cleanup for the new Simpson Ave. & Columbia St. roundabout.
Above: Final landscaping and clean-up underway.

Simpson Avenue/Columbia Street Scheduled Construction

Week of August 25 – August 27

  • Street sweeping and final cleanup is completed
  • Traffic control devices are removed.

Week of August 28 – September 3

  • Final landscaping along the shoulders.

General Project Notes

  • Business Access in the area remains open.
  • Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
  • There are multiple construction projects in the area and throughout the city and region. Please travel safely.

Questions or Comments?

24-Hour Construction Phone Line: (458) 256-6009

Project Website: www.bendoregon.gov/columbia-roundabouts

Project Contacts

Deedee Fraley, City of Bend Senior Project Engineer – DFraley@bendoregon.gov or (541) 385-6199

Peter Guth, Project Public Involvement Team – PGuth@dowl.com or (541) 385-4772

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