Empire Corridor Improvements Project Update – June 03, 2021

Thank you for your interest in the Empire Corridor Improvements Project.

Use Caution When Driving on NE Purcell Blvd Between the NUID Canal and Castle Ave

A photo of the grooved and graveled road and a transition bump in the pavement on Purcell Blvd. There are cones, a BUMP sign, and a GROOVED PAVEMENT sign on the shoulder of the road.
Above: Pavement is grooved and graveled in several places. Also, watch out for transition bumps in the pavement

A photo of the uneven road and graveled surface at the NE Purser Ln. & Purcell Blvd. intersection. There is a BUMP sign and cones along the shoulder of the road.
Above: Uneven road and gravel surface at the NE Purser Lane and NE Purcell Blvd intersection

Modernization of NE Purcell Blvd between NE Butler Market Road and the NUID Canal is open for local traffic and residents only. This section of roadway is scheduled for completion by the end of the summer.

Please Stay Out of the Work Zone and Away From Construction Equipment

  • The construction area is considered unsafe for yourself, children and pets.
  • Walk and bicycle in designated areas only.
  • Access to the construction area is limited to construction workers.
  • Do not remove barriers or warning signs, warning tape, or fencing.
  • Do not drive over construction cones or barriers.
  • Daytime work hours are in effect from 7:00 AM-5:30 PM. Closures are in effect at all times.

Please Use Detour Routes Around the Construction Zone

  • Detours are in place during construction.
  • Construction is dependent on weather and other factors.
  • There are many construction projects in the area and throughout the City of Bend. Travel safely.

A map exhibiting the NE Purcell Blvd. roadwork (May-July 2021), NE Butler Market Rd./NE Purcell Blvd. intersection closure and roundabout construction (May 3-September), and detour routes.

Check in on our interactive Traffic Impact Locations Map online at www.bendoregon.gov/traffic. 

Questions or Comments?

Visit www.bendoregon.gov/empire for current project information.  

24-Hour Construction Phone Line: (541) 200-6939

Sinclair Burr, P.E., Project Manager – sburr@bendoregon.gov or (541) 330-4018

Linda Swearingen, Public Outreach Coordinator – lllswear@aol.com or (541) 350-6012

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