Traffic Impact
Lane and shoulder closures on NW Van Buren Avenue. Eastbound traffic is using the new temporary detour bridge.
Construction Impacts
The temporary detour bridge is open. You can expect:
- Lane and shoulder closures on NW Van Buren Avenue. The southern lane will remain open while crews are working in the other two lanes.
- Northbound traffic on 2nd Street is restricted from NW Van Buren Avenue. Use caution and follow the signed detour.
- An alternate route for pedestrians while the sidewalk is closed on NW Van Buren Avenue.
- A temporary signal at NW Van Buren/1st Street to help direct people whether they drive, walk or roll.
- NW 1st Street restricted to one way vehicle traffic from NW Van Buren Avenue, for one block in each direction.
- Restricted driving access to NW Van Buren Avenue from NW 1st Street.
- No weight restrictions. The detour bridge is open to regular traffic, including semi-trucks, buses and emergency vehicles.
You may see our crews working during the day or night. This work is noisy.
Bikes and Pedestrians
The bike and pedestrian path under the bridge on both the east and west sides are closed. These paths will remain closed for the duration of the project.
The temporary detour bridge includes a separated path shared by pedestrian and bicyclists. This path is now open and is new alternate path to get across the river.
For people biking, walking or rolling from south Corvallis, follow the signed detour to get onto the new path. This detour includes crossing NW Van Buren Avenue at the temporary traffic signal.
River Access
The river channel is marked with buoy lines and signs directing river users where to go.
Map of the construction limits and how to move around the project area. Click image to enlarge.
Construction Activities
We are preparing to build the new bridge. Now we're working on the northwest side of the NW Van Buren Avenue and NW 2nd Street intersection to:
- Build ADA curb ramps.
- Install signal pole foundations.
- Add new drainage structures and pipes.
- Rebuild the northern two lanes of Van Buren Avenue.
Visit TripCheck for the most current traffic information.
Pedestrians, including those with disabilities, will have access through or around work zones.
Pay attention in the work zone, slow down and move over – imagine this is where you work!
Always drive safely, watch for construction signs and workers.
Remember: fines double in all Oregon work zones, whether workers and signs are present or not.