Project-Details

OR 39: Merrill Safe Routes to School Project

Construction Phase

Region 4: Central Oregon (Merrill, Klamath)

The project will improve pedestrian safety and provide a continuous route for children to walk to Merrill Elementary School.

Impacts

Traffic Impact

Construction report for the Week of 5/8-5/15:

Crews will be performing earth and survey work. Traffic through the work zones will be managed by flaggers, expect delays up to 20 minutes.

Falvey Road will be closed to through traffic at the OR 39 intersection. Please use the detour in place.

Schedule

Construction: Spring 2026- Winter 2027

Details

About

This project will enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety in the city of Merrill. It continues the work of the Klamath, Lake and Deschutes County Curb Ramps Project, which constructed new curb ramps and sidewalks between Polk Street and Lincoln Street on the north side of OR 39 in 2023. The project will construct new curb ramps, sidewalks, bicycle facilities and two enhanced crossings from the east and west city limits to the limits of the Klamath, Lake and Deschutes County Curb Ramps project. Associated drainage facilities will also be constructed, along with upgraded signs and striping.

On the west side of the city, the intersection of Falvey Road and OR 39 will be realigned. Currently, this road forks into two different intersections as it approaches the highway, with one approach each for westbound and eastbound traffic. This intersection will be relocated to a single location to help enhance pedestrian safety.

Location

OR 39 |

The City of Merrill

Cost and Funding

$2.7 million

Contacts & Media

Project Contacts

Project Manager: Jason Armstrong
Email: jason.l.armstrong@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 541-883-5789

Community Affairs: Meghan Blyth
Email: meghan.l.blyth@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 541-316-3941

Last Updated

5/8/2026 2:02 PM

Project Number

22077