Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – August 26, 2022

SAFETY FIRST

The concrete that is being poured over the coming weeks has a specific cure time to provide an optimal life expectancy. Pedestrians should follow all designated routes around the newly formed curbs and sidewalks. The exterior of the concrete may appear dry but could still be curing beneath the surface.

12th Street from NW Ogden Avenue to NW Newport Avenue will be closed until the completion of Segment 2C in Mid-September.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FOR AUGUST 25 – SEPTEMBER 1

An aerial satellite photo of Newport Avenue Corridor (Segment 5) prior to construction in 2019.
Above: Newport Avenue Corridor – June 2019 (Segment 5) – Prior to Construction

An aerial satellite progress photo showing the completion of Newport Avenue Corridor (Segment 5) taken June 2022.
Above: Progress Photo Newport Avenue Corridor – June 2022 Segment 5 – COMPLETE

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 2C (12th Street & Newport Avenue Intersection)

  • Pouring the stamped concrete for the dogbone truck apron and medians.
  • Preparation of the sidewalks and driveway aprons.
  • Concrete is poured for the sidewalks and driveway aprons.
  • Concrete cure time begins.

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 3 (12th Street to 14th Street)

  • Concrete is poured for the stormwater planter walls.
  • Removal of the existing sewer main and installation of the stormwater main continues.

Current Project Schedule – Weather Permitting 

Newport project segments map

DETOURS IN EFFECT- SEE DETOUR MAP BELOW

Traffic Closures and Changes

  • Newport Avenue, west of 11th Street to 14th Street, is closed.
  • 12th Street, north and south of Newport Avenue, will be closed.
  • Northbound leg of the 14th Street roundabout.

 A map depicting the road closure on Newport Ave., 14th St., and 12th St, business access on the alley between 11th St. & 12th St., 11th St., and NW Milwaukee Ave., and the detour on 9th St. and Portland Ave.

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

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

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