About
OR 234 began sinking at milepost 15.1 after winter storms in early 2025. Crews continually provided temporary repairs while teams worked to design a permanent fix. A reduced speed limit of 35 mph was implemented for traveler safety. Geologists found voids in the ground deep beneath the road. To repair the road, crews removed the pavement surface and excavated to about 30 feet. The existing material was replaced with 14,000 tons of rock to better support the roadway. Crews also improved the drainage system before repaving the highway. The contractor returned in July 2026 to make additional pavement repairs caused by ground settling.
Photo: OR 234 reopened to traffic in August 2026 after a 6-week closure for repairs.
Location
OR 234
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Oregon 234, MP 15.1 - approximately 2 miles west of the intersection with Oregon 62.
Cost and Funding
$1.4 million - Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief Program
Contractor
Visar Construction
Additional Information
Visit the project Flickr page to see progess photos for the entire project: OR 234 Pavement Repair Flickr Album.