Monthly Archives: October 2025

10/29 – 10/31: SW 35th St./Western Blvd. Intersection Closed

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NOTE: A water shutdown will be in effect at the Western Building and Western Shops on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

SW 35th St.
As part of a waterline replacement project led by the city of Corvallis, the north side of the intersection at SW 35th St. and SW Western Blvd. will be closed starting Wednesday, Oct. 29 – Friday, Oct. 31 No vehicle traffic will be permitted to travel north on SW 35th St. except for emergency vehicles.

  • To access the Western Building and Shops parking lot, vehicles must approach the entrance from the north on SW 35th St. (See map below)
  • Intermittent lane closures and traffic pattern changes may be in place on SW 35th St., north of the closure area.
A map showing a road closure at the intersection of SW 35th St. and SW Western Blvd.

Western Blvd.

  • Open to traffic in both directions.
  • Lane shifts may be in place at times to accommodate waterline work at SW Deon Dr. and SW 35th St.

SW Deon Dr. & SW Sagebrush Dr.

  • The north side of the intersection at SW Deon Dr. and SW Western Blvd. will be closed at times on 10/27 and 10/28 to allow for waterline work.
  • The intersection at SW Sagebrush Dr. and SW 35th St. will be closed at times, but not during the SW Deon Dr. closure.

Other impacts

For questions or comments on this closure, please contact Josh.Bjornstedt@corvallisoregon.gov

10/28/25: Scheduled: Milam Hall Noise and Odor Notice

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A contractor will be onsite performing mechanical work in Milam Hall room 25, on Tuesday, October 28th starting at 6:00AM, to begin repairs on the failed steam line. There will be noise impacts and possible smoke odors associated with this work.

For questions or comments on this notice contact, Richard Olsen at 541-737-7025.

Closures are often subject to changes and delays, so please visit the OSU Campus Closures, Shutdowns, and Detours page for updates on this and other campus closures.

10/27-11/24: Construction Noise Gilkey Hall Area

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Due to renovation work happening at Gilkey Hall, a drilling rig and a vacuum truck will be working on the east side of Gilkey Hall starting Monday, October 27 through Monday, November 24. Work hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Building occupants in Strand Hall, Kidder Hall and the surrounding area may notice an increase in construction-related noise.

A map showing the location of a vacuum truck outside of Gilkey Hall.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Judd Mentzer at (541) 285-5717.

10/27-10/31/25: Sidewalk Closure at Moreland Arboretum 

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A contractor will be performing excavation, grading and irrigation work in the Moreland Arboretum area and the sidewalks in between the red marks will be closed for access (see map) beginning Monday, October 27- Friday October 31, 2025. ADA access will be provided as needed along the yellow line. The walk will either be signed for ADA access or an isle will be marked out and left open.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Chris Trine  at 541-737-3488.

10/25/25: Water Shutdown in George W. Peavy Forest Science Center 6:00 am – 2:00 pm

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The water will be shut down in Geoge W. Peavy Forest Science Center October 25, 2025 from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm for a leak repair and replace fittings for preventative maintenance. This will affect all water in restrooms, custodial closets, sinks & drinking fountains.

EH&S has asked us to remind building occupants that water will not be available to emergency eyewash/shower units, and occupants should discontinue all hazardous substance use (chemicals, unsealed radioisotopes, and biohazardous materials) for the duration of the shutdown.

For questions or comments on this notice contact, Andy Gray at 541-737-7651.

10/20 – 10/24: SW 35th St. Closed from Western Blvd. to Washington Way

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This is an update on an ongoing waterline replacement project led by the city of Corvallis.

UPDATE: SW 35th St. will be closed to thru traffic from Western Blvd. to Washington Way starting Monday, October 20 – Friday, October 24

Please see details and map below.

10/20 – 10/24: SW 35th St. closed to all thru traffic

  • Local access for OSU and residents allowed
  • Emergency vehicles will be permitted in this area
  • Drivers should expect to encounter lane shifts and intermittent lane closures
  • Bicyclists will be directed to ride with traffic as needed.
  • Pedestrians may use sidewalks but should expect changes and detours – observe signage.
  • Any changes to CTS stops will be posted at the physical location and will be noted on the City’s website. https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/cts
  • Notifications regarding detours or closures for the Beaver Bus service can be found at: https://transportation.oregonstate.edu/beaver-bus/beaver-bus-route-changes

Western Blvd: intermittent lane shifts and lane closures to accommodate work happening near SW Deon Dr. and SW West Hills Blvd. There will be a one-day closure at the intersection of Deon Dr. and Western Blvd. Access to The Retreat will be maintained via Sagebrush Dr. during the intersection closure.

Water shut-offs

  • Contractor will be coordinating shut-offs during service tie-overs with the impacted owner/occupants.
A map showing a road closure on SW 35th St. between Western Blvd. and Washington Way.

For questions or comments on this closure, please contact Josh.Bjornstedt@corvallisoregon.gov

10/12/25: Water Shutdown in Langton Hall 6:00 am – 12:00 pm

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The water will be shut down in Langton Hall October 12, 2025 from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm for a pipe repair in room 013. This will affect all water in restrooms, custodial closets, sinks & drinking fountains.

EH&S has asked us to remind building occupants thatwater will not be available to emergency eyewash/shower units, and occupants should discontinue all hazardous substance use (chemicals, unsealed radioisotopes, and biohazardous materials) for the duration of the shutdown

For questions or comments on this notice contact, Andy Gray at 541-737-7651.

10/10 – 10/29: Construction Noise Near Gilkey Hall

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As part of renovation work at Gilkey Hall, pressure washing, brick work and other construction activities will be occurring on the exterior of the building. Occupants in nearby buildings and the surrounding area may notice intermittent construction noise starting on Friday, October 10 and continuing through Wednesday, October 29.

For questions or comments on this project, contact Project Manager Judd Mentzer at (541) 285-5717.

10/9/25: Scheduled Domestic Cold and Hot Water Shutdown in the Jefferson Street Building

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The domestic cold and hot water will be shut down in the Jefferson Street Building on October 9, 2025, from 5:00 am to 8:00 am to make repairs and replace leaking equipment. This will affect all water in restrooms, custodial closets, sinks & drinking fountains.

For questions or comments on this notice contact Andy Gray at 541-737-7651.

Closures are often subject to changes and delays, so please visit the OSU Campus Closures, Shutdowns, and Detours page for updates on this and other campus closures.

Please forward this notice to anyone who would benefit from this information.

REMINDER: Full Road Closure SW 26th St. Near Dixon Rec Center

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As part of renovation work happening at Dixon Recreation Center, a section of SW 26th St. will be fully closed in both directions between SW Washington Way and SW Intramural Lane. The closure will be effect on Wednesday, October 8 from 6:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. The west entrance at Dixon Rec Center will be closed from 9 – 11 A.M. A flagger will be present to help direct pedestrians around the work zone.

Beaver Bus and Corvallis Transit routes may be impacted. Please check with transit providers for route updates.

The east sidewalk on SW 26th St. will be closed in this area. The west sidewalk will remain open. A section of parking spaces and the bike shelter in front of Dixon Rec Center will be closed.

A map showing a road closure on SW 26th St.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Eric Smith at (541) 409-5037.