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February 2023 Update:
We have finished the facility plan.
Past Outreach and Online Open Houses
We worked on a plan for transportation improvements to U.S. 101 in Gearhart on the north coast. U.S. 101 is an important route, serving both regional traffic along the Oregon coast, as well as local residents who walk, bike, and drive in the corridor. U.S. 101 also serves visitors to Gearhart and the coast, regional freight traffic, and first responders during emergencies. This stretch of U.S. 101 has safety issues for all highway users and is not comfortable for people walking, biking, and crossing the highway due to high traffic speeds and heavy traffic. Improving safety and comfort is a priority for the City of Gearhart, and this new plan will reflect local goals found in the City's Transportation System Plan (TSP).
This project developed a detailed “Facility Plan" for U.S. 101 in Gearhart. To develop the plan, we looked at conditions on the highway today and into the future, describe major needs, and compared different ideas for how to improve the highway. To make this successful, we needed to know what the community thought to ensure the Facility Plan meets the needs of local users. Throughout the process, we asked for input from people who live in Gearhart and other stakeholders. At the end of the process, we selected and described the plan (“preferred alternative") for improvements to U.S. 101 which could include:
Changing the number of vehicle lanes on U.S. 101.
Adding sidewalks and bike lanes.
New crossings that are more visible and comfortable.
Improving bus stops.
Landscaping and street trees.
Street lighting.
Fixes for flooding issues and stormwater.
The project also looked to the new Blueprint for Urban Design for guidance throughout the process. The Blueprint is an ODOT design guide that has new recommendations for how state highways can serve more than just vehicles, ensuring safe access and design for all users.
Schedule
The facility plan was completed in September 2022.
Location
U.S. 101
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Gearhart
Cost and Funding
$372,252