Newport Corridor Improvements Project Update – March 10, 2023

SAFETY FIRST

As we gear up for construction season in Central Oregon for 2023, it’s important to plan ahead to avoid any unexpected delays.

Fortunately, the City of Bend has made it easy for you to stay informed, bendoregon.gov/traffic. They provide each project’s traffic control changes to popular navigation apps, so you can easily plan your route around any closures and designated detour routes.

Checking these services regularly can save you from finding out too late that your usual route is now one-way or a dead end. To be safe, consider leaving 5-10 minutes earlier than planned to account for any unforeseen delays. Let’s work together to keep traffic flowing smoothly during construction season.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FOR MARCH 9 – MARCH 16

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

  • Construction of the stormwater planters continues.
    • Forming of the walls for the stormwater planters on Newport Avenue continues.
    • Excavation for stormwater planters along Newport Avenue continues.
  • Replacement of the Stormwater system continues.
    • The stormwater main replacement is completed.
    • Installation of the stormwater structures on Newport Avenue continues.
  • Replacement of the existing water main is completed, and testing is performed.
  • Replacement of domestic water service lines continues.

DETOURS IN EFFECT- SEE DETOUR MAP BELOW

Traffic Closures and Changes

  • NW Newport Avenue closed from Knoxville Boulevard through the 14th Street roundabout
  • NW 14th Street closed between NW Ogden Avenue and NW Milwaukee Avenue (no alley outlets onto 14th Street)
  • NW 15th Street closed between NW Milwaukee and NW Newport Avenue
  • NW Milwaukee Avenue, one-way eastbound traffic only from NW Stannium Road to NW 12th Street

Newport avenue will be closed beginning January 9 to complete the final phase of 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: 

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