Construction updates and project timeline

Construction Update: April 21 - April 28

I-205

  • Northbound and southbound I-205 nightly periodic lane closures between Exit 8 and Exit 9 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. through 2024; I-205 remains open. 

  • 45 mph speed limit is enforced within the construction area.

OR 43  

  • Periodic lane and turn lane closures at OR 43 and Willamette Falls Drive intersection between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays.

  • Ongoing: Crews are performing utility work in West Linn on southbound OR 43 between Willson Street and Holly Street through April 2024.

OR 99E 

  • Northbound and southbound OR 99E intermittent lane closures between Main Street and northbound I-205 to accommodate Abernethy Bridge construction. Obey posted signs.

West Linn Bike/Pedestrian Trail Under Abernethy Bridge (impact ends 4/26)  

  • Soil stabilization work will require periodically closing the path for 10-15 minute intervals during the day. Employees are stationed to escort users through the work area and signs are posted.

Ongoing construction impacts

Traffic

  • OR 43 northbound single lane closure with trucks leaving and entering the highway.

  • Clackamette Drive single lane closure with temporary signal and flagger.

  • Jon Storm Park parking lot under the Abernethy Bridge closed during construction.  

  • Local roads will experience lane closures and traffic restrictions during construction.  

Noise

  • People who live and work in the project area will hear noise from construction equipment and vehicles, pile driving, bridge demolition, and other construction-related noise sources. 

  • 24/7 Noise Hotline: 503-294-2125. This number is available for nearby residents and businesses to help resolve any ODOT noise-related concerns 24 hours a day. 

  • For more information see project noise study »

Light

  • Stationary lights with low lumens will be placed in the river to alert boaters.

River

  • The Willamette River remains accessible during Abernethy Bridge construction; the Sportcraft Boat Ramp is open.

  • 'No wake' zones are in place during 2024 through the bridge construction area on the Willamette River. 

  • River users will notice several large barges anchored in the river and are required to stay 200 feet away from them. River users are urged to use extreme caution, and all boats must travel between the green and red buoys. 

Bike and Pedestrian

  • Bike and pedestrian routes through construction zones are in place. People walking and riding a bike need to use caution when traveling through the project area. Follow signs and stay alert.

  • OR 43 and OR 99E bike and pedestrian access restrictions.

Transit

  • No impacts.

Watch to learn about recent project developments.

Video of television interview with project leaders.

Project timeline 

Construction began in the summer of 2022 and is expected to conclude in 2025.