Corvallis-Albany Path Projects
The County is working with ODOT on new bike and pedestrian path projects to better connect Corvallis and Albany. Explore the projects below to learn more. More information about the Corvallis-Albany project can also be found here.
NE Merloy Avenue to NW Rainwater Lane
Status: Planning and Design
Location: NE Merloy Avenue to NW Rainwater Lane on Hwy 20.
Project Description: Benton County is planning a shared use path for walking, biking, and rolling more safely between Corvallis and Albany. It will also help reduce greenhouse gas emission in the area by providing an alternate to driving between these communities.
Schedule: Planning and Design 2025-2026
Last update: August 25, 2025
For more information on this project visit the ODOT project page.
NW Scenic Drive to NW Springhill Drive
Status: On hold, pending the findings for ODOT project NW Rainwater Lane to NW Hickory Street.
Project Description: Planning, design and construction of a rural multi-use path in the North Albany area. The majority of design has been completed and property appraisals and right-of-way acquisition are underway. Surveying of the route has begun in conjunction with the project.
Impacts: The North Albany area will be better connected with the institution of this path, and it will provide more thorough and safe travel across a large swath of the area for pedestrians and cyclists.
Last update: August 25, 2025
NE Pilkington Avenue to NE Merloy Avenue
Status: Completed.
Project Description: In conjunction with the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Highway 20 Safety Improvement Project, Benton County is working to design and implement multi-use travel paths connecting Albany and Corvallis via different routes. The Pilkington to Merloy route was awarded the Community Paths Grant in 2021.
Impacts: Non-vehicular travel will be made possible through the implementation of the path. Construction will effect the surrounding area as needed.
Contractor: David Evans and Associates (preliminary design and right-of-way acquisition)
Last update: August 25, 2025