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OR 8 at River Road Safety Project

Project Completed

Region 1: Portland metro and Hood River County (Hillsboro, Washington)


​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Construction occured March to August 2022 to replace traffic lights, pedestrian signals, railroad markings and improve illumination at the intersection of OR 8 and River Road in Hillsboro. The intersection is now safer for people walking, rolling, riding bicycles, driving motor vehicles and operating freight trains​.

Impacts

Construction Impacts

Work on this project is complete.

Schedule

Construction began March 2022 and concluded August 2022.

Details

About

​ODOT upgraded the intersection to include new traffic lights, signalized crosswalks with audible alerts, railroad markings and enhanced illumination. People using the intersection are now forewarned about the upcoming railroad tracks with new markings in place, while new illuminated pedestrian signals and traffic lights indicate safe times to cross the intersection. To increase visibility for all travelers, ODOT also enhanced lighting.

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Location

OR 8 |

​Oregon 8 at River Road

Cost and Funding

​Project cost: $2.6 million

Benefits

​The improvements make the intersection safer and more efficient for everyone that uses it.

Additional Information

​For Americans with Disabilities Act or Civil Rights Title VI accommodations, translation/ interpretation services, or more information call 503-731-4128, TTY (800) 735-2900 or Oregon Relay Service 7-1-1.

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Contacts & Media

Project Contact

Community Affairs Coordinator
Lili Boicourt
Email
Lili.D.Boicourt@odot.oregon.gov
Phone
503-731-8247
Project Accommodation Request
(503) 731-4128

Last Updated

11/20/2023 1:04 PM

Project Number

20451