Empire Corridor Improvements Project Update – April 22, 2021

Full Closure Coming to NE Purcell Blvd and NE Butler Market Rd Beginning Monday, May 3-September

  • The intersection at NE Purcell Blvd and NE Butler Market Road will be closed for roundabout construction beginning Monday, May 3.
  • Modernization of NE Purcell Blvd between NE Butler Market Road and the NUID canal (May 3-September).
  • Detours in place during construction.
  • Construction is dependent on weather and other factors.

An exhibit depicting the Empire Corridor Improvements, Phase 2 - Butler Market Rd & Purcell Blvd roundabout.

May 2021 Empire Corridor Improvements Project Overview

Visit www.bendoregon.gov/empire for current project information. 

A map depicting detour routes, the NE Bugler Market/NE Purcell intersection closure & roundabout construction (May 3-September), and NE Purcell Blvd roadwork (May-July 2021).

Travelers can also check in on our interactive, online map at www.bendoregon.gov/traffic

For more information, contact Linda Swearingen at (541) 350-6012 or lllswear@aol.com

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