Columbia Roundabout Improvements Project Update – May 19, 2021

THE SIMPSON AVENUE/COLUMBIA STREET INTERSECTION IS CLOSED; DETOURS ARE IN PLACE

SAFETY FIRST

The project area is a work zone. Pedestrians and bicyclists are asked to follow designated routes. Please stay aware of your surroundings as construction equipment is continuously moving. Motorists should follow the designated detour signs, avoiding the use of private driveways and parking lots in attempts to bypass the construction.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Colorado/Columbia Intersection is officially open. Please be alert when approaching the roundabout. It is a major traffic control change and is part of the Simpson Ave and Columbia Street detour.

An aerial photo of the completed Columbia/Colorado roundabout open and in use.

Simpson Avenue/Columbia Street Intersection – May 19 through May 26

  • Crews are clearing and grubbing around the intersection.
  • The irrigation systems are being relocated
  • Crews are prepping for sidewalks on the Northwest and Southeast legs of the roundabout.

DETOUR – SIMPSON AVENUE/COLUMBIA STREET

  • The Simpson Avenue/Columbia Street intersection is closed. Construction has started, and the closure is anticipated to last through early August.
  • The following detour remains in effect:

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.

CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS

A photo of temporary pedestrian paths being installed along Simpson Ave. There is a barricade road closure and large construction equipment in the background.
Above: Temporary pedestrian paths being installed

A photo of work crews and excavation equipment preparing for the southeast sidewalks. There is an excavator bucket setting by a mound of dirt in the work area.
Above: Preparation for the Southeast sidewalks is underway

BUSINESS ACCESS

Business Access will remain open on all legs of this project affected by the upcoming detour.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

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

Project 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

Ron Hand, Project Public Involvement Team – rhand@dowl.com or (541) 385-4772

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