About
This project has rebuilt the intersection of U.S. 30 (Cascade Ave.) and Rand Road to align the north and south roads of the intersection, add a traffic signal, improve or add sidewalk and curb ramps accessible to people with disabilities, improve stormwater drainage, and add new street-lighting. These changes will increase safety and improve traffic operations and accessibility for all travelers.
The previous arrangement of this intersection makes it difficult for people to cross U.S. 30 (Cascade Avenue) on foot due to a lack of marked crossings and signals west of 13th Street. At Rand Road, a section of missing sidewalk on the southwest corner of the intersection required pedestrians to walk on the highway shoulder or cut through a private parking lot.
This intersection also has a history of vehicle crashes. The offset between the north and south approaches to the intersection (Rand Road) made it difficult for vehicles to cross and turn safely.
Location
U.S. 30
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Cascade Avenue at Rand RoadCost and Funding
$3.6 million
Additional Information
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why did a traffic light go in and not a roundabout?
There are a couple of reasons why the City of Hood River recommended a traffic light instead of a roundabout. The steep roads to the north and south would make it very difficult to fit a roundabout in this location. In addition, a roundabout would have to be big enough to allow for the large trucks that travel on state highways. Due to the large size, it was not possible to design a roundabout without severely impacting nearby businesses and private properties.
Is the new intersection accessible?
The new intersection has many features that make it accessible to everyone. New sidewalk and curb ramps were installed at all four corners of the intersection to make crossing easier and safer. The intersection also has lighting for pedestrians, and a visual and audible pedestrian crossing signal.
Who is paying for this new intersection?
The City of Hood River and ODOT both contributed funds towards this project, with ODOT contributing $750,000 and the City covering the remaining costs.
Are other nearby intersections being looked at for improvement?
ODOT currently has no other projects in this immediate area, but the City of Hood River is currently evaluating additional improvements to this entire corridor on a planning level. For more information on City of Hood River projects click here.
Over the next several years, we have many construction projects planned on I-84 between I-205 and Hood River, and on the Historic Columbia River Highway between Troutdale and Hood River.
View more information about upcoming work.
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.
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