Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – June 03, 2021

SAFETY FIRST

As we move closer to the next phase of construction, there is expected to be ongoing preparation work done outside of the construction zone over the upcoming months. Crews will be confirming locations of underground utilities by “potholing” with Vactor (vacuum excavator) trucks. These crews will be establishing localized safety zones in the areas they are working. However, please continue to use caution when traveling down Newport Ave and the connecting side streets.

CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION KIOSK

On Tuesday, June 8, the City will continue its informational kiosk in front of Newport Market from noon to 1:30 PM. Over the past few weeks, we have had the opportunity to provide additional details of the upcoming changes to the Newport Ave corridor. Please stop by with any project-related questions you may have. 

A photo of project team members and visitors at the project's informational kiosk setup in front of Newport Market.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

A photo looking inside at the stormwater maintenance hole near Pageant Park.
Above: An inside look at the stormwater pipe maintenance hole near Pageant Park

A photo of work crews using excavation equipment to remove the old stormwater pipe and prepping the trench for the new pipe installation.
Above: Crews removing the old storm pipe and prepping the trench to install the new pipe 

Nashville/Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 1 

Week of May 21 – May 27

  • Construction of stormwater planters continues near Harmon Blvd and Nashville Ave.
  • Crews are excavating old stormwater pipe near the west end of Nashville Ave.
  • Bypass Pumping continues at Union St and Newport Ave.

DETOURS IN EFFECT

  • Nashville Ave. from Newport Ave. to Pageant Park
  • Newport Ave. from NW 7th street to NW 10th street

A map depicting the work zone and closure at Nashville Ave. & the 9th St. roundabout and detour routes for Newport Ave. westbound & eastbound traffic.

General Project Notes

  • Access to all businesses along the construction corridor area will be maintained. 
  • Businesses between 9th Street and 11th Street can be accessed using the rear alley and rear parking areas.
  • Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
  • Daytime work hours are in effect from 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
  • 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: 

Drew Wells, City of Bend Project Engineer – awells@bendoregon.gov or (541) 588-0581

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

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