SAFETY FIRST

The concrete that is being poured over the next week has a specific cure time to provide an optimal life expectancy. Pedestrians should follow all designated routes around the newly formed curbs. With the hot weather, the exterior of the concrete may appear dry but could still be curing beneath the surface.

Crews are scheduled to work on Saturday, July 10, during normal work hours to complete the project as soon as possible.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Above: New gutter, curb, and ramps are forming the perimeter of the roundabout.

Simpson Avenue/Columbia Street Scheduled Construction

Week of July 7 – July 14

• A curb forming machine is used to form the new concrete curbs and gutters. Crews then shape and finish the ADA ramp and bike ramp access locations.
• The roundabout truck apron is being formed, creating the inner circumference of the roundabout roadway.
• The final utility installation is being completed in preparation for the roundabout concrete surface.

DETOURS IN EFFECT

Current Road Closures 

• Simpson Ave and Columbia Intersection

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 of Bend. Travel safely.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? 

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

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

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