Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – May 13, 2022

SAFETY FIRST

Pedestrians should follow designated paths and crossings. Pedestrian crossings are subject to change throughout the course of construction. When near the construction site, be aware of equipment and construction crews as they are constantly on the move.

As we go into this weekend, Bend is hosting the Pole Pedal Paddle & The Bend Brewfest. There may be added traffic with people visiting Bend. While traveling near the project, visitors may not be accustomed to the traffic changes that are in place; use caution when approaching the area detour routes. 

Cascade Natural Gas will be performing work on Newport Avenue between Knoxville Boulevard and 14^th Street over the upcoming weeks. Be prepared for flagging and lane shifts.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FOR MAY 12 – May 19 

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 5 (Juniper Street to College Way) 

• Landscaping will continue near sidewalks and planters.

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 2B (10^th Street to 12^th Street)

• Continue replacement of the water main line.
• Begin Stormwater system replacement on 11^th Street. 

DETOURS IN EFFECT

Traffic Closures and Changes

• Newport Avenue, west of 10^th Street to 12^th Street, is closed.
• 11^th Street, north and south of Newport Avenue, will be local access only.

Access to all businesses along Newport Avenue will be open through construction. 

Temporary Pedestrian Accessibility Route for Segment 2B Construction

If heading eastbound on Newport Avenue:

• At the east side of 12^th Street, head southbound to Milwaukee Avenue. 
• Turn left on the north side of Milwaukee Avenue to travel eastbound. 
• Cross 11^th Street and continue to the west side of 10^th Street
• Turn left on 10^th Street to travel north to Newport Avenue
• Turn right on Newport Avenue, crossing 10^th Street to continue traveling eastbound.

If heading westbound on Newport Avenue:

• At the west side of 10^th Street, head south to Milwaukee Avenue. 
• Turn right to travel west down the northside of Milwaukee Avenue.
• Cross 11^th Street and continue on Milwaukee Avenue to 12^th Street. 
• At the west side of 12^th Street, turn right to travel northbound to get back onto Newport Avenue and turn left to continue traveling westbound.

GENERAL PROJECT NOTES

• Access to all area businesses along the construction corridor will be maintained.
• Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
• Daytime work hours are in effect from 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM.
• The ‘Tree Preservation and Removal Overview Exhibits’ can be found on the project website. These exhibits provide design details about each tree being removed and where new trees will be planted.
• There are many construction projects in the area and throughout the City of Bend. Travel safely.

PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS

• EMS, buses, and other delivery/service providers have been included in the project updates distribution list.
• Please help us spread 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 project updates.
• 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: 

Brittany Barker, PE – City of Bend Principal Engineer – bbarker@bendoregon.gov

Peter Guth, Project Public Involvement Coordinator – pguth@dowl.com or 548-256-6007