Traffic Impact
June 17 update: Construction crews are hard at work on the east side of McKenzie Pass and plan to have the highway above the gate paved and open by the morning of July 4. Paving above the gate is underway.
Only the east side of the pass is under construction, but the west side will also remain closed at the gate just beyond Linton Lake until July 4. Limited space for vehicles to turn around on the west side makes it unsafe to open any further towards the summit.
Once the freshly paved pass opens above the gate, there will still be some construction work happening. Tasks like striping, putting up signage and clean-up may cause minor delays.
Paving on the east side section of highway below the gate will continue through July and could also cause some delays. Unlike the upper highway, this section is wide enough to accommodate traffic and construction equipment with single lane closures and flaggers.
Travelers will also encounter shoulder closures on U.S. 20 in Sisters to allow crews to work on the sidewalk and excavation throughout Summer 2024.
We realize this project will impact many recreational plans for early spring, the reality is the road must be maintained for it to be used by anyone. Please check Tripcheck.com for the most up to date info on highway closures. There is always the possibility that extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances could delay the opening of the pass past July 4.
Schedule
Design Complete: April 2023
Bid: Winter 2023
Construction: March 2024 - December 2024