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NB Highland Dr. to Barnett Rd. Dual Right Turn Lanes

Design Phase

Region 3: Southwestern Oregon (Medford, Jackson)


​​​​​​This project will establish a dual right turn lane from Northbound Highland Drive onto Eastbound Barnett Road. ​It is a collaboration with the City of Medford who has contributed $2.5 million to the project. 


Designing a Modern Transportation System and Investing in Oregon’s Future.

Impacts

Schedule

​Construction should begin by the end of summer 2026. More details to follow. 

Details

About

​This project will establish a dual right turn lane from Northbound Highland Drive onto Eastbound Barnett Road. ​

Location

I-5 |

​Northbound Highland Drive and Eastbound Barnett Road.

Cost and Funding

​$6.1 million​

Benefits

During the early peak hours, congestion at the interchange for morning commuters should be resovled by adding the dual right turn lane. Vehicles should be able to progress through the light after exiting I-5 without any issues. 

Contacts & Media

Project Area Map

Project Contacts

Public Information Officer
Mary Elizabeth Dillinger
Email
Mary.Dillinger@ODOT.Oregon.gov
Phone
541-621-3074

Transportation Project Manager
Justin Shoemaker
Email
Justin.D.Shoemaker@odot.oregon.gov
Phone
541-200-5784

Last Updated

1/26/2026 2:42 PM

Project Number

23416