Project-Details

OR 35 Overpass at U.S. 26 (Mt. Hood Highway)

Construction Phase

Region 1: Portland metro and Hood River County (Clackamas)

We are making repairs to resurface the bridge deck on the Oregon Highway 35 overpass at U.S. 26 (Mt. Hood Highway) interchange in Mt. Hood, east of Government Camp. Making these repairs now increases the service life of the road and provides a smoother, safer ride for travelers.

Impacts

Traffic Impact

No traffic impacts at this time. Construction is paused for winter.

Portable traffic signals have been removed near the work zones at each end of the bridge at the OR 35 overpass.

Expect flaggers temporarily directing traffic on OR 35 within the work zone when crews place temporary striping on the road of the completed bridge decks. Bicyclists and pedestrians will use the existing shoulders on the bridge deck for access through the work zone.

Construction Impacts

Construction Update, November 2024:

The project is mostly complete. Permanent striping and final clean-up work remains. We completed resurfacing and repaired the concrete bridge deck overlay and upgraded the existing bridge railings and curbs on the north and south sides of the bridge on the OR 35 overpass at U.S. 26.

Final paving on both sides of the completed bridge deck, originally scheduled to be done in spring 2025, was completed this fall 2024 (earlier than anticipated).

Temporary striping is placed on both sides of the road on the completed bridge structure. No traffic impacts or delays are expected related to the project at this time.

Permanent striping and final clean-up work remains and will resume in spring 2025, weather permitting. The project schedule is subject to change.

Above: nearly completed bridge deck on the north and south sides of the OR 35 overpass at U.S. 26 (ODOT photo, November 2024).

What To Expect During Construction:

No full closures of OR 35 or U.S. 26 are expected.
Alternating 24/7 single lane closures on the OR 35 bridge during repairs.
Work will occur on one half of the bridge at a time in two stages. A single travel lane will remain open during construction.
A portable traffic signal will be set up during construction on OR 35 near each end of the bridge to allow one lane, two-way traffic through the work zone.
Flaggers will direct traffic on OR 35 near the work zone during set up and removal of the portable traffic signals and during paving operations.
Expect nightly single lane closures on U.S. 26 with flaggers directing traffic between 4 p.m. and 11 a.m. during set up and removal of the temporary work access and the containment area under the OR 35 bridge structure.
An enclosed containment area will be set up under the OR 35 bridge to capture materials and any debris, and for traffic to safely travel under the work zone on U.S. 26.
Bicyclists and pedestrians will use the existing shoulders on the bridge deck for access through the work zone.

Example photo of a portable traffic signal set up during constructiion.

Click on each image to view in a larger format.

Tips for Traveling Safely in Work Zones

Orange is your cue! Pay attention when you see orange signs, barrels, cones and barricades.
Obey all speed signs for your safety and the safety of others.
Expect delays—plan for them—and leave early so you can drive safely through the work zone.
Allow extra time when traveling and follow all signs and flaggers for safety.

For the most up-to-date traffic impacts please visit www.TripCheck.com.

Schedule

Construction started in June 2024 and continues through spring of 2025. The project schedule is subject to change due to weather or unforeseen site conditions.

Details

About

We will resurface the bridge deck on the Oregon Highway 35 overpass at U.S. 26 (Mt. Hood Highway) interchange in Mt. Hood, east of Government Camp. Making these repairs now increases the service life of the road and provides a smoother, safer ride for travelers. The project removes the deteriorated concrete and repaves the bridge. Other work includes replacing the existing bridge railings to current standards, replacing the bridge joints, repaving and applying new striping to the repaired bridge surface.

Above: Aerial view of the project work zone, looking west.

Location

OR 35 |

OR 35 overpass at U.S. 26 (Mt. Hood Highway)

Cost and Funding

$3.1 million

Contractor

Hamilton Construction

Benefits

Making these repairs now increases the service life of the road and provides a smoother, safer ride for travelers.

What Problem Will This Improve?

The concrete deck of the existing bridge is showing signs of damage and is in need of repair. The bridge is located in a heavy snow zone and has received extensive winter maintenance treatments for 45 years. Over time, snow removal equipment contributes to deteriorating bridge decks, damaged bridge joints and rutted travel lanes.

Pictured above: conditions of the damaged bridge deck surface on the OR 35 overpass at U.S. 26 before repairs are made.

Additional Information

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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Contacts & Media

Project Contacts

Community Affairs Coordinator: Dee Hidalgo
Email: dee.hidalgo@ODOT.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-731-8230

Public Affairs Specialist: Ryan McCrary
Email: ryan.mccrary@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-083-5506

Project Accommodation Request: 503-731-4128

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Last Updated

11/12/2024 4:30 PM

Project Number

21711

Project Documents

Related documents to this project
Document	Description
K21711 ODOT OR 35 at U.S. 26 (Mt. Hood Highway) Bridge Deck Repair Project Fact Sheet.pdf	A project fact sheet with a project overview, construction information and traffic impacts on the OR 35 overpass at U.S. 26.