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OR 126: Redmond-Powell Butte

Construction Phase

Region 4: Central Oregon (Redmond, Crook, Deschutes)


​​Pavement resurfacing, bridge work, ADA improvements.


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Impacts

Traffic Impact

​TRAVELERS SHOULD EXPECT 20-MINUTE DELAYS ON OR 126 

Beginning the evening of February 17 traffic will be reduced to a single lane on OR 126 at the N. Unit Canal Bridge (mile post 3). Traffic will be controlled 24/7 by temporary portable traffic signals installed at either end of the bridge. Travelers should expect 20-minute delays for approximately 4 weeks. ​

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Map of N. Unit Canal Bridge location

Construction Impacts

Bridge work will begin on OR 126 on February 16. Travelers should expect up to 20 minute delays for about a month.

Schedule

Project design complete – Fall 2023

Bid opening – Fall 2023

Construction- Spring 2024 - Fall 2025

Bridge Work (single lane closures on OR 126) -

  • February 2025: ​N. Unit Canal Bridge (MP 3 near the Redmond Airport) for approximately 4 weeks
  • October 2025: COID Canal Bridge (MP 10.5 near Powell Butte) for approximately 4 weeks.​​​

Details

About

OR 126 will be repaved between the City of Redmond and the Powell Butte Highway to improve safety and extend the life of the roadway. The western most project limits are within the City of Redmond and will also receive ADA curb ramp upgrades, sidewalk infill, an improved pedestrian crossing, ​transit stop, and storm water improvements.​ Signing and striping will also be upgraded throughout the project and a new TripCheck camera will be installed at the intersection of OR 126 and Powell Butte Highway.  The N. Unit Canal Bridge at MP 3 and COID Canal Bridge at MP 10.5 will be widened, and new bridge rails and guardrails will be installed.​

Location

OR 126 |

OR 126 between Redmond and Powell Butte Highway

Cost and Funding

​​$13.6 million

Contractor

Marcum & Sons

Benefits

​The pavement on this section of OR 126 is in poor condition, with cracking, patches and potholes. There are gaps in the bike and pedestrian system, and ADA ramps are lacking.​

The project will improve safety and extend the life of the pavement surface between Redmond and Powell Butte Highway. Benefits include Improving travel for all road users including motor vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and persons with disabilities. Sidewalk infill and ADA curb ramp upgrades will provide continuous accessible pedestrian facilities in the urban section of the project. Bridge widening and guardrail upgrades will improve safety and mobility of the highway at both bridges.

Contacts & Media

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Project Contacts

Project Manager
Aron Sturko
Email
aron.sturko@odot.oregon.gov
Phone
541-388-6166

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

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Last Updated

2/12/2025 3:44 PM

Project Number

20167

Project Documents

Related documents to this project
20167_ProIP_01.pdfProject Information Paper (PIP) updated 6/3/22