Highlighted Project:‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ OR 8 (Tualatin Valley Hwy): East Ln - SW 170th Ave

Details

County: Washington

Nearest City: Cornelius

Milepoints: 5.84 - 15.2

Estimated Cost Range: $10M - $30M

Anticipated Construction Years: 2029 - 2031

This project is programmed to start in 2027.

Programed projects have funding identified, are scheduled for 2027 and were approved by the OTC in January 2026.

Project Description

The Tualatin Valley Highway on Oregon 8 is an urban arterial corridor, connecting the communities of Forest Grove, Cornelius, Hillsboro, Aloha and Beaverton and ranks in the top 10% and top 5% of the 2021 Safety Priority Index System sites with a posted speed ranging between 30 and 45 mph. To the east of the downtown couplet, there are limited sidewalks and only one enhanced pedestrian crossing. TriMet Line 57 serves this corridor and is the sixth most heavily traveled route according to TriMet Passenger Census Reports.

ODOT will install two new rectangular rapid flashing beacons with median refuge islands and new lighting. We will also upgrade sidewalk curb ramps to meet ADA requirements and fill in a sidewalk gap along Oregon 8 from East Lane to NW 334th Ave. These improvements will create as safer experience for people walking, biking or rolling.

Expected Outcome

Installing new rectangular rapid flashing beacons, audible pedestrian signals and ADA ramps will improve accessibility, visibility and safety for pedestrians. According to FHWA, RRFBs can reduce pedestrian crashes, up to 47% and result in a 98% motorist yielding rate. Illumination improves safety for cyclists and pedestrians. Audible pedestrian signals and ADA curb ramps advance equity and increase access for all users.

Safety

Improve safety.

ODOT will add enhanced crosswalks with rectangular rapid flashing beacons and audible pedestrian signals at two locations on Oregon 8, fill in a sidewalk gap along Oregon 8 from East Lane to NW 334th Ave., and install ADA ramps to improve visibility and safety for people who walk, bike or roll on Oregon 8.

Reduce the number and severity of crashes.

ODOT will add enhanced crosswalks with rectangular rapid flashing beacons and audible pedestrian signals at two locations on Oregon 8. The project will include leading pedestrian intervals — a feature that gives pedestrians a 3-7 second head start to enter a crosswalk before vehicles get a green light.

Access

Enhance bicycle and pedestrian routes.

ODOT will add enhanced crosswalks with rectangular rapid flashing beacons and audible pedestrian signals at two locations on Oregon 8, fill in a sidewalk gap along Oregon 8 from East Lane to NW 334th Ave., and install ADA curb ramps to improve visibility and safety for people who walk, bike or roll on Oregon 8.

Enhance travel options for people who walk, roll, use transit, or bicycle.

ODOT will install enhanced crosswalks with rectangular rapid flashing beacons and audible pedestrian signals at two locations on Oregon 8, and new ADA curb ramps to improve visibility and safety for people who walk, bike or roll on Oregon 8.