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I-84: Hood River, I-84 Rufus & U.S. 97 Biggs Junction VMS

Construction Phase

Region 4: Central Oregon (Hood River, Sherman)


​​​Variable message sign project​​​​​​​

Construction Banner

Impacts

Traffic Impact

​Construction will primarily be performed from off the roadway at each of the three sites, but some lane closures and rolling slowdowns will be required at times (typically during nighttime hours) for some aspects of the work such as attaching the large signs to their support structures.

Schedule

2018-2019 - Project design
Winter 2019 - Project bid
Spring/Summer 2020 - Construction

Details

About

This project will install new variable message signs at two locations: on I-84 eastbound in Hood River near the Westcliff Drive underpass and U.S. 97 southbound at Biggs Junction, as well as replace an existing message board on I-84 westbound near Rufus.​

​The purpose of this project is to improve communication infrastructure on the state highway system throughout the I-84 corridor between Hood River and Rufus east of The Dalles. By incorporating variable message signs, ODOT can advance the safety and mobility of our roadways.

Location

I-84 | I-84 eastbound in Hood River, I-84 westbound in Rufus and U.S. 97 southbound at Biggs Junction east of The Dalles.

Cost and Funding

Approximately $1.08 million, 

Benefits

This project will contribute to a safe and efficient transportation system that supports livability and economic viability which is a primary aspect of ODOT’s mission.

Variable message signs are traffic control devices used to provide motorist traveler information en-route. The information is most often displayed in real-time and can be controlled either from a remote centralized location or locally at the site. Traveler information displayed on variable message signs may be generated as a result of planned or unplanned event such as road construction, an accident or severe weather conditions.

Contacts & Media

Project Contact

Community Affairs
Meghan Blyth
Email
meghan.l.blyth@odot.oregon.gov
Phone
541-316-3941

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Last Updated

7/8/2024 10:16 AM

Project Number

20860

Project Documents

Related documents to this project
I-84 Hood River, Rufus and Biggs Junction VMS.pdfProject Area Map