Columbia Roundabout Improvements Project Update – August 5, 2021

SAFETY FIRST

As the concrete in the roundabout and sidewalks is poured, there is a specific cure time to meet City of Bend and ODOT standards. Our crews have established vehicle and pedestrian traffic control and detours for the safety of the public. If you were to access the site while the concrete is still curing, there is a risk of injury and damage to your vehicle or personal property. Please follow all pedestrian and traffic detours around the work zone.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Opening of the Simpson Ave. & Columbia St. roundabout is scheduled for Late August.

Above: Aerial views taken Friday, July 30, showing the progress of the roundabout

Simpson Avenue/Columbia Street Scheduled Construction

Week of August 5–August 11

• Pouring of the roundabout concrete continues
• Curing of the concrete to provide an optimal finish. 

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 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