Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – April 29, 2021

THE NASHVILLE/HARMON BLVD INTERSECTION IS CLOSED

NEWPORT AVENUE FROM NW 7TH STREET TO NW 10TH STREET IS CLOSED

SAFETY FIRST

The Newport Corridor Improvements Project involves an update to the current stormwater system along this corridor. The project replaces a failing and deficient storm drain system serving the South Awbrey drainage basin. The new stormwater system includes a series of filtration systems, improving the water quality of runoff that ultimately reaches the Deschutes River. Plantings are providing at completion. 

A schematic of the project's designed stormwater planter, depicting a roadway, walkway, stormwater planter media, open graded aggregate, underdrain, and grannular drain backfill.
Above: A schematic of one type of the design’s stormwater planters

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE – WEEK OF APRIL 08-APRIL 15

Nashville/Newport Corridor Improvements – Segment 1

The intersection at Nashville and Harmon Blvd is closed.

  • Stormwater planter installation begins.
  • Franchise utility relocations are nearing completion.
  • Installation and testing of the watermain line on Nashville and Newport continues.

 General Project Notes

  • Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
  • Neighborhood residents are still reporting higher than usual traffic as motorists try to find shortcuts around construction. Please respect neighborhood roads and residents by using designated detours.
  • Daytime work hours are in effect from 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
  • Work zone areas are identified below.
  • Access to all businesses along the construction corridor area will be maintained. New ‘BUSINESS OPEN’ signage will continue to be installed.
  • Access to businesses between 9th Street and 11th Street can be found using rear alley and rear parking areas.
  • Traffic near Highland School continues to be impacted by Segment 1 construction. Now more than ever, awareness of pedestrian/student traffic becomes paramount.
  • There are many construction projects in the area and throughout the City of Bend. Travel safely.

CONSTRUCTION PHOTOS

A photo of the project work site, equipment, and concrete work being done.
A photo of the watermain line being installed in an open trench.
Above: While demolition has been a large part of early construction, some parts of the project are going back together, above and below ground.

 

SEGMENT 1 ILLUSTRATION

A map depicting the work zone and closure at Nashville Ave. & the 9th St. roundabout and detour routes for Newport Ave. westbound & eastbound traffic.

PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS

  • Access to all businesses will be maintained.
  • EMS, buses, and many other delivery/service providers have been included on the project updates distribution list.
  • Please help us in spreading the word to your clients, customers, and delivery personnel regarding detouring and closures.
  • Share the project website (provided below), where others can also sign up for updates using the ‘PROJECT UPDATES’ button.
  • Please contact the project team if you are not the correct contact for your organization or if others need to be included.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

Project Website: https://www.bendoregon.gov/newportimprovements

24 Hour Construction Phone Line: (541) 200-6972.

Project Contacts: 

Drew Wells, City of Bend Project Engineer – awells@bendoregon.gov or (541) 588-0581

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

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