Weekly Construction Update Week of September 9th
Construction activities the week of September 2nd include:
- Continued work on the 15th Street roundabout, including the prep and construction of the island, sidewalk, and curb
- Installation of signposts
- 15th Street sidewalk improvements continue, including the construction of the curb between Chloe Lane and Ferguson Road
- The water main will be installed in 15th Street proceeding north in Chloe Lane
- Crews will begin excavating and improving the intersection of 15th Street and Ferguson Road to improve driver and pedestrian safety. Please note minor lane configuration changes to the intersection
School is back in session. Be aware of an increase in vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic. Please slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
Detour Information
15th Street remains closed to southbound traffic at Ferguson Road with local access to Chloe Lane. Northbound 15th Street remains open with a temporary reduced speed of 25 MPH through the construction work zone, from Humber Lane to SE Westview Drive.
Murphy Corridor Improvements Project activities include:
- The project team is proceeding with the design from 15th Street to Brosterhous Road
- The alternatives analysis is complete for improvement project
Please contact the project team with concerns, comments, and questions at 541- 322-9919.
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Above: 15th Street Roundabout Looking West

Above: 15th Street Looking South
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