This is an update to a previous notification.
Please note: the generator at the Student Experience Center will also being undergoing testing on March 24.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Sid Cooper at (541) 979-2928.
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3/26 – Kelley Engineering & Plageman Closed for Planned Power Outage
As part of the Kelley District Utility Plant Project, Kelley Engineering Center and Plageman Student Health Center will be closed for a planned power outage on Wednesday, March 26 from 4 – 8 a.m.
What do you need to do to prepare for this outage?
Please ensure that all electronic devices not connected to emergency power are powered down and that all computers, printers, copiers and other electronic devices are turned off prior to Wednesday, March 26. If you have an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS), also known as a battery back-up, please be sure to turn it off as well. Please ensure that all fume hoods are closed before leaving the labs.
Employees scheduled to work when buildings are without power should consult with their supervisors regarding work schedules. For more information regarding work scheduling, please refer to the instructions regarding Interruptions of University Operations
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Ryan Wilson at (503) 779-3488.
3/24 – Memorial Union Generator Testing
Memorial Union will be conducting semi-annual generator testing on Monday, March 24. The test will take approximately 2 hours. Possible impacts to the surrounding area include disruptive noise or exhaust fumes.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Sid Cooper at (541) 979-2928.
3/24 – 3/28: Signal Shutdown & Traffic Changes at Western Blvd. & 35th St.
This is an update on a water pipeline and road improvement project led by the city of Corvallis. Work is expected to continue through September 2025. Typical work hours for this project will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Impacts for the week of March 24th – 28th
- Road work will begin on SW Western Blvd. between SW 35th St. and SW Hanson St.
- The signal at Western and SW 35th St. will be shut down and transition to a four-way stop during work hours.
- East and west lanes will remain open for vehicles.
- Bicycle lanes in this section of Western Blvd. will be closed and bikes will travel in the vehicle lanes.
- Sidewalks will remain open.
- Access to driveways will be maintained.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Josh.Bjornstedt@corvallisoregon.gov
Washington Way Multi-Use Path Closed Between SW 30th & SW 35th St. Through 4/21
As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, the multi-use path on the south side of Washington Way will be closed through Monday, April 21. The north sidewalk and the cycle track will remain open.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.
SW Memorial Place Closure Extended Through 4/22/25
This is an update to a previous notification.
The existing street and sidewalk closure on SW Memorial Place has been extended through 4/22/25.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Ryan Wilson at (503) 779-3488.
3/19 – 4/9: Washington Way Closed Between 26th-30th St. & 26th St. Southbound Lane Closed
This notification involves a road closure and a detour for vehicles. Please read carefully.
As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, SW Washington Way will be closed between SW 26th and SW 30th St. starting on Wednesday, March 19 through Wednesday, April 9.
The southbound lane of SW 26th St. will also be closed between SW Jefferson Way and SW Washington Way. No southbound traffic will be permitted through the area. The northbound lane will remain open. Southbound vehicles will detour down Jefferson Way. Signs will be in place to direct traffic.
The west sidewalk on SW 26th St. will be closed between SW Jefferson Way and SW Washington Way. The east sidewalk will remain open for pedestrians.
Other possible impacts include noise, dust and mud near the work area.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.
REMINDER: ADA Path & Bike Parking Closed Between Dixon & Goss Starting 3/24
Due to construction and roofing work happening at Dixon Recreation Center, the ADA accessible path that runs along the north and east sides of Dixon will be closed starting on Monday, March 24 through Friday, October 10.
The east entrance to Dixon Rec Center will be closed.
Bike parking on the east side of Dixon will be closed for the duration of this project. All bikes must be removed from the bike racks before Monday, March 24. Any remaining bikes will be removed by the OSU Department of Public Safety.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Eric Smith at (541) 409-5037.
Spring/Summer City Pipeline Work on SW 35th/Western Blvd. Starts This Month
Important – please read carefully for information regarding construction impacts over the next several months.
The city of Corvallis will be conducting a long-term construction project to replace a water pipeline on SW 35th St. and SW Western Blvd. Work is slated to begin at the end of March and is expected to continue over the summer.
The city plans to begin work on SW Western Blvd. and then move to SW 35th St. later this spring. Along with the new water pipeline, the city will be improving pedestrian crossings, adding buffered bike lanes in some sections of roadway and repaving both streets.
The Corvallis Public Works Department stated that detours for vehicles would be in place for road closures and any disruptions in water service would be communicated to affected buildings 48 hours in advance. Local access to residences, businesses and other buildings will be maintained during this project.
Once the city’s construction schedule is finalized, notifications regarding campus road closures and other impacts will be available on the Campus Notifications blog, where subscribers can receive updates via email.
Beaver Bus riders can find updates on detours and route changes by visiting the Beaver Bus Route Changes or the Beaver Bus Tracker pages.
3/24 – 10/10: ADA Path & Bike Parking Closed Between Dixon Rec Center & Goss Stadium
Note: this closure involves multiple impacts. Please read carefully.
Due to construction and roofing work happening at Dixon Recreation Center, the ADA accessible path that runs along the north and east sides of Dixon will be closed starting on Monday, March 24. This will be a long-term closure which is scheduled to end on Friday, October 10.
Bike parking on the east side of Dixon will be closed for the duration of this project. All bikes must be removed from the bike racks before Monday, March 24. Any remaining bikes will be removed by the Department of Public Safety.
The east entrance to Dixon Rec Center will be closed.
For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Eric Smith at (541) 409-5037.