Project-Details

U.S. 26 at Mendenhall Creek

Construction Phase

Region 2: Willamette Valley and Northwest Oregon (Washington)

The existing culvert will be replaced with a single span bridge, which will help with the recovery of salmon.

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Impacts

Traffic Impact

Expect delays and occasional lane closures.

Construction Impacts

We are working mostly during the daytime. There will be times when work will be done at night.

Construction is estimated to complete in 2023.

Construction Activities

We are currently building the new bridge and will shift traffic as needed

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Pedestrians, including those with disabilities, will have access through or around work zones.

Pay attention in the work zone, slow down and move over – imagine this is where you work!

Always drive safely, watch for construction signs and workers.

Remember: fines double in all Oregon work zones, whether workers and signs are present or not.

Details

About

The project includes replacing the existing culvert with a single span concrete deck bridge. The new bridge will create an easier passage for native migratory fish like salmon and steelhead, some of which are listed as endangered species. Improving fish passages aligns with our commitment to the Oregon Plan for Salmon and Watersheds.

Project Details:

Remove the old culvert.

Install a new single span bridge.

Reconstruct the streambed to encourage native fish migration.

During construction expect noise and short delays. We will maintain two lanes of traffic during construction.

Schedule

Design: 2019 - 2020

Construction: 2022-2023

Location

U.S. 26 | Mendenhall Creek, milepost 45.63

Cost and Funding

Design and Construction: $6.6 million

Contacts & Media

Project Contacts

Resident Engineer: Jayson Buchholz
Email: jayson.w.buchholz@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-298-9180

Public Information Officer: David House
Email: david.j.house@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-551-8641

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Last Updated

9/19/2023 2:14 PM

Project Number

20092