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I-205 Abernethy Bridge Project

Construction Phase

Region 1: Portland metro and Hood River County (Oregon City, West Linn, Clackamas)


​​​​​​​​​​The I-205 Abernethy Bridge Project provides Oregonians with safer, more reliable travel to access work and critical services, even after an earthquake or other major disaster. The project includes upgrading the Abernethy Bridge to withstand a major earthquake, improving on- and off-ramps near the bridge, and making improvements to local bike and pedestrian routes.
 
Find out more at: www.i205corridor.org


Impacts

Traffic Impact

People should expect nighttime lane and ramp closures on I-205, short-term sidewalk closures and noise.

Construction Impacts

​See construction updates here: i205corridor.org/updates

Schedule

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Details

About

The I-205 Improvements Project is focused on seismic improvements to the Abernethy Bridge, which spans the Willamette River between Oregon City and West Linn, and safety improvements to the surrounding area. This work is expected to be completed in 2026.

​​Find other projects on I-205​ in the Portland area.

Location

I-205 |

The I-205 Abernethy Bridge crosses the Willamette River between Oregon City and West Linn.

Cost and Funding

The project cost estimate is $815 million. ​This will come​ from a variety of funding sources, including HB 2017 funds, federal and local funds, and Highway User Tax Revenue bonds.

Benefits

  • Earthquake-ready improvements to the Abernethy Bridge
  • Replacing the I-205 northbound on-ramp from OR 43 with a roundabout
  • Reconfiguring the on- and off-ramps at OR 99E
  • Improvements for people who walk, bike and roll on OR 43, Clackamette Drive and OR 99E
  • Installing a sound wall near I-205 southbound Exit 9​
Find out more at: www.i205corridor.org

Additional Information

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For ADA (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

Contacts & Media

Project Contact

I-205 Abernethy Bridge Project Team
Lili Boicourt
Email
205improvements@odot.oregon.gov
Phone
503-731-8276

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Last Updated

10/6/2025 12:10 PM

Project Number

K22467