Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – December 23, 2022

Weekly project emails will now resume in preparation for the final segment of construction along the corridor. Our Public Involvement Team continues to be available for questions via email or the project phone line.

SAFETY FIRST

Recent snowfall appeared to cause confusion regarding the direction of travel around the new dogbone roundabout at 11th Street & 12th Street. As a result, orange construction barrels were recently installed at both crosswalks to immediately prevent vehicles from continuing around the ends of the roundabout in unsafe movements and provide enhanced safety to pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles. We are currently procuring materials for a more permanent solution at these locations.

There may be orange construction cones and barrels throughout the work area. Even though construction crews may not be currently working in all areas of the project limits, these cones indicate hazards or equipment. Please use caution while driving and expect temporary lane shifts and minor delays in these segments.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FOR DECEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 29

Newport Corridor Improvements Scheduled Construction – Segment 4 (14th Street Roundabout to Knoxville Boulevard)

  • Stormwater planters, water quality structures, and temporary water bypass work continue along the shoulder within this segment with 2-way traffic. Please use caution while driving through the temporary lane shifts in this area. 

Current Project Schedule – Weather Permitting 

  • Construction of Segment 4 (Knoxville Boulevard through the 14th Street roundabout) is anticipated to commence on Monday, January 9, weather permitting, with a full road closure along Newport Avenue within this segment (see project map below). Please utilize the posted detour to navigate around construction. 

closure of newport from (and including) the 14th street roundabout to Juniper

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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