Project-Details

I-84 (Westbound) Union Pacific Railroad Bridge Replacement

Design Phase

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

Starting in 2027, we will replace the westbound bridge on I-84 over the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) to improve seismic resiliency and extend the lifespan of the highway. The bridge is located just west of downtown Hood River near exit 62.

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Impacts

Traffic Impact

Traffic Impacts expected when construction begins in 2027:

Westbound I-84 will be temporarily reduced to one lane near Exit 62.
Single lane closures on eastbound I-84 while crews connect a new culvert.
Westbound I-84 will remain open.
Expect temporary traffic delays in the area during construction.

More information and details about traffic impacts will be provided before construction begins.

Construction Impacts

The new bridge will be constructed north of the existing I-84 westbound bridge, with one lane of traffic open. Once the new bridge is built, the travel lanes will reopen, and the old bridge will be demolished. This construction process keeps westbound I-84 open throughout construction.

More information and details about construction impacts will be provided before construction begins.

Schedule

Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2027 and continue until fall 2029.

Details

Location

I-84

Cost and Funding

$70.5 million

Benefits

Replacing the existing I-84 westbound Union Pacific Railroad bridge preserves the highway system and enhances seismic resiliency.

What Problem Will This Improve?

The existing bridge is more than 70 years old, does not meet current seismic standards and the concrete surface is deteriorating. The existing bridge supports cannot be seismically upgraded because rebuilding them would be too expensive. Repouring the concrete surface would also require westbound vehicles to detour so crews can close the bridge. Replacing the entire bridge will bring it up to current seismic standards while allowing westbound I-84 to remain open.

Additional Information

Over the next several years, we have many construction projects planned on I-84 between I-205 and Hood River, and on the Historic Columbia River Highway between Troutdale and Hood River.

More 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

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Project Contact

Community Affairs Coordinator: Dee Hidalgo
Email: dee.hidalgo@ODOT.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-731-8230

Project Hotline: 503-489-9057

Project Accommodation Request: 503-731-4128

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Last Updated

4/15/2026 8:59 AM

Project Number

21683

Project Documents

Related documents to this project
Document	Description
21683-I84-Westbound-Union-Pacific-Railroad-Bridge-Snapshot.pdf	STIP 24-27 Project Snapshot