Projects

Below is a brief status update of current Public Works Projects. Please be patient, use caution and pay close attention to flaggers and other construction workers.  Safety of both the workers and the travelling public is of utmost importance in all of our work zones.

If you have any questions about any of the projects, please contact the Public Works Department at 541-492-6730.  

Water Projects

24-inch Transmission Main Replacement - Isabell to Newton Creek

This project replaced approximately 4,100 LF of 20-inch diameter OD steel pipe installed in 1934 with 24-inch diameter ductile iron pipe. Project is complete.

SE Stephens Water Main Replacement 

This project replaced about 2,700 LF of 6-inch cast iron pipe in SE Stephens with 12-inch ductile iron.  the existing pipe was installed between 1928 and 1935.  the pipe installation, testing, and connection to the water system is complete.  the contractor is currently working on final trench patching.  Project is substantially complete.  

24-Inch Transmission Main Replacement Design, Newton Creek to Emerald Dr.

This project is currently in design and will replace about 3,400 LF of 20-inch diameter OD steel pipe installed in 1934 and 1936 with 24-inch diameter ductile iron pipe.  Project will be ready to bid spring of 2026.  Project is in design.

HWY 138 Water Main Replacement - Kester Rd to Sunshine Rd

Consultant has finalized design and bid documents.  Project will bid when funding has been approved in the budget.  This project will upsize approximately 3,200 LF of existing 8-inch asbestos cement water main with 18-inch ductile iron water main.  Project is designed.  

SE Pine Water Main Replacement

The project includes replacing approximately 2,700 LF of 4-inch and 6-inch cast iron pipe in SE Pine with 8-inch ductile iron.  the existing pipe in SE Pine was installed between 1938 and 1962.  Construction is scheduled to begin in September.   Construction contract has been awarded.

Jackson & Commercial Water Main Replacement

This project will replace approximately 5,300 LF of 4-inch and 6-inch cast iron pipe with 8-inch ductile iron.  Project will bid when funding has been approved in the budget.  Project is in design.

Water Master Plan Update

Staff has a draft Request for Qualifications for the Water Master Plan update.  RFQ is anticipated to be advertised fall of 2025.

Transportation Projects

2025 Slurry Seal Project

This project will slurry seal coat 17 street segments located in the SE quadrant of town totaling 2.6 miles.  The contractor is scheduled to begin work late August or early September and should be completed by the middle of September.  Project has been awarded.

2025 Grind/Inlay, Stewart Parkway and Garden Valley

This project will replace non-compliant curb ramps on NW Stewart Parkway between NW Garden Valley Blvd. and NW Renann St., curb ramps will also be replaced on NW Garden Valley Blvd. between NW Mulholland Dr. and NW Fairmont St.  Construction began on July 28th and is expected to be completed the middle of November.     Project is under construction.

5-Year Pavement Management Plan

Staff is currently working with the consultant to complete a survey of city streets and develop a current pavement condition index for all street segments.

Stewart Park Drive Bridge Rehabilitation

This project will provide structural repairs and upgrades to the bridge, new walking path, safety rail upgrades, lighting, and repainting.  This project is scheduled to be completed November 2025.  Project is under construction.

Storm Projects

Harvard Ave. Storm Drainage Improvements

This project will replace and upsize the existing storm pipe in Harvard Avenue from Ballf St to Umpqua St.  The contractor began construction on August 4th, the project is expected to be completed the middle of November.  Project is under Construction.

Parrott Creek Storm Culvert Replacement

This project will replace 3 culvert crossings on Parrott Creek that were damaged by the March 16, 2025 flood event.  The project is currently at 60% design and complete design, specifications and permitting are expected in October.  Staff included a 4th culvert creek crossing on SE Ichabod St. that was installed in the same time frame as the 3 that failed.  Project is in Design.

Mill street Storm Pipe Repair

During the March 16, 2025 storm event, the existing 24-inch storm culvert in the 1700 block of SE Mill began to fail.  Staff is currently working with a consultant on a design scope and fee for this project.