Wilson Avenue Corridor Project Update – April 19, 2024

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: APRIL 22 – APRIL 26

Stage 2 Improvements: Second Street to Fourth Street

• Crews continue to prepare the subgrade and lay aggregate for paving on Wilson Avenue.
• Signal poles and mast arms have been installed at the intersection of Wilson and Third Street. However, this will not result in any immediate traffic control changes at this time.

• Work continues at the intersection of Third Street and Wilson Avenue.
• Please walk your bikes in the construction zone.
• Be mindful when walking in and about in the construction area.
• Please avoid construction area when possible.
• Thank you for your patience!

TRAFFIC CHANGE IN EFFECT

Traffic light at Third Street and Wilson Avenue is converted to a temporary stop sign during construction.

The traffic signal at Third Street and Wilson Avenue has been temporarily replaced with a stop sign as part of the Wilson Avenue Corridor Project. For those traveling eastbound on Wilson Avenue at the Third Street intersection, the only option will be a right turn to go southbound on Third Street; there will be no left turn option to go northbound on Third Street. The removal of the signal places construction a month ahead of schedule, with completion expected in May.

The new traffic signal will enhance traffic flows and improve both driver and pedestrian safety. 

Detour Map

The Wilson Avenue Corridor is a multi-phase modernization project that will improve safety and east-west connectivity for all users along Wilson Avenue from Second Street to 15th Street.

Waterline system upgrades are being constructed as part of the project to optimize synergy opportunities.

GENERAL PROJECT NOTES

• Access to all area businesses along the construction area will be maintained.
• Please do not enter the construction zone before, during, or after hours.
• Daytime work hours are in effect from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• 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 on this distribution list.
• Share the website information where others can also sign up for updates at www.bendoregon.gov/wilson

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

• Construction Phone Line: (541) 322-9919
• Project website: www.bendoregon.gov/wilson
• Project Contacts:
  • Sinclair Burr – PE, Project Manager
  • ShanRae Hawkins – Project Public Involvement Coordinator

The Wilson Avenue Corridor Project is the first Transportation General Obligation (GO) Bond project approved by voters in 2020. To learn about more projects around Bend included in the GO Bond, visit www.bendoregon.gov/gobond.