8/14/26: Emergency Domestic Water Shutdown in Snell Hall

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Effective Date(s): August 14, 2026

The domestic water has been shut down to Snell Hall until further notice while we repair a failed backflow preventer. This will affect domestic water throughout the building, including water in restrooms, drinking fountains and custodial closets.

Restrooms will be available in surrounding buildings during the shutdown. We will provide an update when the water service has been restored.

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, Richard Olsen at 1 541 737 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.

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

8/4/26: George W. Peavy Forest Science Center Emergency Elevator Shutdown

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Update: Repairs are currently scheduled for 8/26/26

The passenger elevator at George W. Peavy Forest Science Center is currently shut down for unplanned repairs.

Due to parts availability a restoral date is unknown at this time. Updates will be provided when they are available from Otis.

For all ADA accessibility and access concerns please reach out to Equal Opportunity and Access https://eoa.oregonstate.edu/ equal.opportunity@oregonstate.edu

For questions or comments on this notice contact, Brandon Holden at 541-737-8313.

8/25/26: 30th Street Road Closure, Southbound Lane between Jefferson Way and Orchard Avenue 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Due to the pruning of trees by a contractor, southbound 30th Street between Jefferson Way and Orchard Avenue (see map) will be closed Tuesday August 25, 2026 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Campus Way intersection will remain open. Sidewalks will remain open in the area but will be temporarily closed when work is being performed directly above.

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

8/24/26: 30th Street Road Closure, Northbound Lane between Jefferson Way and Orchard Avenue 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Due to the pruning of trees by a contractor, northbound 30th Street between Jefferson Way and Orchard Avenue (see map) will be closed Monday August 24, 2026 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Campus Way intersection will remain open. Sidewalks will remain open in the area but will be temporarily closed when work is being performed directly above.

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

8/13: Emmerson Laboratory Closed for Planned Power Outage

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A.A Red Emmerson Advanced Wood Products Laboratory will be closed for a planned power outage on Thursday, August 13 from 7 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. The outage will also impact freezers, irrigation around the building and the COE research trailer.

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 Thursday, August 13. If you have an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS), also known as a battery back-up, please be sure to turn it off as well. 

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 Eric Smith at (541) 409-5037.

Intermittent Sidewalk Closures Near Bloss & ILLC through 10/9

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Due to construction work related to the Western Blvd. Residence Hall project, intermittent sidewalk closures will be in place in the area surrounding Bloss Hall, Arnold Dining Center and the International Living-Learning Center. The walkway surrounding the lawn between ILLC, Bloss and Arnold Dining Center will be impacted. Closures will be occurring through October 9 as work on this project progresses.

Pedestrians should follow closure and detour signage as needed.

A map showing sidewalk closures bordering Bloss Hall, between Bloss and ILLC and bordering the lawn outside of Arnold Dining Center.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Tarrigon Van Denburg at (714) 390-5313.

8/10 – 8/24: SW 11th St. Closed, Railroad Tracks to SW Washington Ave.

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The city of Corvallis and Union Pacific are planning a project which will impact the railroad crossing at SW 11th St.

SW 11th St. will be closed from the railroad tracks north to SW Washington Ave. starting on Monday, August 10 through Monday, August 24.

Access to the OSU residential parking lots on either side of SW 11th will be available from Washington Ave.

A map showing a road closure on SW 11th St.

For questions or comments on this closure, contact Project Manager Scott Bond at (541) 974-2520.