Columbia Roundabout Improvements Project Update – July 29, 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

A photo of a City of Bend Inspector overseeing and inspecting the roundabout concrete pour.
A photo of work crews and equipment pouring concrete for the new roundabout.
Above: City of Bend inspector oversees and inspects the roundabout concrete pour

Simpson Avenue/Columbia Street Scheduled Construction

Week of July 28–August 5

  • Pouring roundabout concrete continues
  • Landscaping crews are building planters and preparing for final landscaping. 

DETOURS IN EFFECT

Current Road Closures 

  • Simpson Ave and Columbia Intersection

A map depicting the work area and road closure at the Simpson Ave. & Columbia St. intersection, and the detour along Century Dr., Colorado Ave., and Shelvin Hixon Dr.

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

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