Category Archives: Washington Way

Rescheduled 4/26: NW Natural Work on Washington Way

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This is an update to a previous notification.

The NW Natural Gas service switchover originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 24 has been rescheduled for Friday, April 26.

NW Natural Gas will be performing a natural gas service switchover in areas along Washington Way between SW 35th St and SW 30th St. The A.A Red Emmerson Advanced Wood Products Laboratory will be without natural gas service for the entire day. The switch over requires draining the line, which creates a very loud noise (similar to a jet engine) as pressure is released. There will also be a natural gas odor at this time which will naturally dissipate into the atmosphere. This is standard operating procedure for a natural gas switch over.

For questions or comments on this closure, please contact Construction Manager Derek Bennet at (541) 609-6111.

4/24: SW 30th St & SW Washington Way natural gas service switch over

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NW Natural Gas will be performing a natural gas service switchover on Wednesday, April 24 in the late morning in areas along Washington Way between SW 35th St and SW 30th St. The A.A Red Emmerson Advanced Wood Products Laboratory will be without natural gas service for the entire day. The switch over requires draining the line, which creates a very loud noise (similar to a jet engine) as pressure is released. There will also be a natural gas odor at this time which will naturally dissipate into the atmosphere. This is standard operating procedure for a natural gas switch over.

The image shows the area of work on Washington Way and the areas of noise impact along the street between SW 35th Street and SW 30th St.

For questions or comments on this closure, please contact construction manager Derek Bennet at (541) 609-6111.

4/13 – 5/6: SW 30th St. West Sidewalk Closure

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As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, the west sidewalk on SW 30th St. will be closed between SW Washington Way and SW Jefferson Way starting Saturday, April 13 through Monday, May 6.

Pedestrians may use the east sidewalk as a detour.

Other possible impacts include noise, dust and mud near the work site.

The map shows a closure of the west sidewalk on SW 30th St. The closure extends from SW Washington Way north to SW Jefferson Way.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.

4/13: Washington Way/30th St. North-South Intersection Reopening

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This is an update to a previous notification.

As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, the intersection at SW Washington Way and SW 30th Street will be reopening for north-south traffic only on Saturday, April 13.

Washington Way between 26th and 30th St. and between 30th and 35th St. will remain closed as construction work continues in the area.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.

3/6 – 3/7: 26th St. Lane & Sidewalk Closure Near Dixon Rec Center

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As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, a section of the southbound lane on 26th St. will be closed just north of Washington Way. The west sidewalk will be closed between the crosswalk at Dixon Recreation Center and Washington Way. This closure will take place on Wednesday, March 6 and Thursday, March 7.

Flaggers will be present to direct traffic in both directions around the closure. Drivers should expect delays.

Pedestrians traveling southbound should cross 26th St. at Dixon Recreation Center and use the east sidewalk to continue south. Pedestrians traveling northbound should cross 26th St. at Washington Way and use the east sidewalk to continue north.

Other possible impacts include noise, dust and mud near the worksite.

The map shows a closure in the southbound lane of 26th St., just north of Washington Way. A section of the west sidewalk, between the crosswalk at Dixon Rec Center and Washington Way, is also marked as closed. A pedestrian detour is marked along the east sidewalk.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.  

3/4 – 4/15: Washington Way & 30th St. Intersection Closure

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As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, there will be a long-term closure of the intersection at Washington Way and 30th St. starting Monday, March 4 through Monday, April 15. The intersection will be closed in all directions during this time frame.

Detour information

Please note: Washington Way between 26th and 30th St. is currently closed under a previous notification.

Vehicles traveling northbound: take 30th St. north, turn right onto Ralph Miller Lane and then proceed north on 26th St.

Vehicles traveling southbound: take 35th St. south to Western Blvd.

Pedestrians: access will be maintained through the intersection in all directions. Pedestrians should plan to use the sidewalk on the west side 30th St. This detour may be updated as the project progresses.

The map shows a closure at the intersection of Washington Way and 30th St. A pedestrian detour is marked on the west side of 30th St., through the intersection. Vehicle detours are marked southbound on 35th St. and northbound from 30th St. to Ralph Miller Lane to 26th St.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.

2/12: Washington Way Multi-Use Path Closure 30th – 35th St.

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As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, the multi-use path on the south side of SW Washington Way will be closed between SW 30th and SW 35th St. on Monday, February 12 to allow for construction work near the 30th St intersection.

Other possible impacts include noise, dust and mud near the worksite.

The map shows a closure of the SW Washington Way multi-use path between SW 30th and SW 35th St. A work zone is marked at the intersection of SW 30th St.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111. 

1/8 – Washington Way 17th – 26th St. Update & Cycle Track Opening

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Update on the Washington Way Improvement Project: SW Washington Way between SW 17 and SW 26th Streets will be reopening for all motor vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian traffic on Monday, January 8. The active work zone on Washington Way will shift to the west and the street and north sidewalk will remain closed between 26th and 30th Streets.

Cycle Track Opening: as part of the project, a two-way, dedicated cycle track will be constructed on Washington Way between 15th and 35th Streets. The cycle track section between 17th and 26th Streets will be opening on Monday, January 8. Because the cycle track between 15th and 17th Streets is not yet complete, temporary pavement markings will direct cyclists traveling eastbound to exit the cycle track at SW Benton Place and cross traffic to rejoin the existing bicycle lane.

An aerial image of the eastbound cycle track lane crossing SW Washington Way at SW Benton Place.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Aaron Amoth at (541) 207-5084.

12/18 – Upcoming Washington Way Changes & Closures

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This is an update on the Washington Way Improvement Project.  

Please note that multiple projects will be starting and ending in the area over the next few weeks and months. See below for details.

Washington Way Closed Between 26th – 30th St. Starting Dec. 18

Washington Way between 26th and 30th St. will be closed for construction starting on Monday, December 18 and continuing through the winter and spring 2024 terms.

The map shows a road and sidewalk closure on SW Washington Way between SW 26th and SW 30th St.

Washington Way 17th – 26th St. Reopening Jan. 5

Construction activity between 17th and 26th St. will be finishing up over the next few weeks, depending on the weather. This section of Washington Way is expected to reopen by Friday, January 5. The two-way cycle track will also be opening and a separate Campus Notification will follow regarding the traffic pattern change in the area.

Washington Way & 26th Street Construction During Winter Break

During the period between December 18 and January 5, Washington Way will be closed all the way from 17th to 30th St. The north sidewalk will be closed. The multi-use path on the south side of Washington Way will be open for pedestrians.

In addition, the intersection at 26th St. and Washington Way will be closed from December 18 through December 29. The intersection will be closed in ALL DIRECTIONS. This is a significant change to the notification sent on 12/14 regarding this closure. The sidewalks will be closed on both sides of 26th Street from Washington Way to Dixon Recreation Center.

For questions or comments on these closures, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.

12/18 – 12/29: Intersection Closed at 26th St. & Washington Way

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As part of the Washington Way Improvement project, the north side of the intersection at SW Washington Way and SW 26th Street will be closed from Monday, December 18 – Friday, December 29. A section of 26th St. will be closed between Washington Way and Dixon Recreation Center.

The east side of this intersection is closed under a previous notification.

Pedestrians may use the multi-use path on the south side of Washington Way as a detour around the area.

Other possible impacts include noise, dust and mud near the work site.

The map shows a street and intersection closure on SW 26th Street. The north side of the intersection at SW 26th St. and SW Washington Way is marked as closed. The closure extends north on 26th St. to Dixon Recreation Center. The east side of the intersection is also marked as closed.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Construction Manager Derek Bennett at (541) 609-6111.