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Public Works Projects

Looking for updates about what is going on in the county? Check here for updates about planned and current projects.


*Please note that all dates are subject to change*

Current Project Information

  • Transportation Safety Action Plan
  • Southwest 53rd Street Railroad Overpass
    Status: On HoldLocation: The intersection of SW 53rd Street and Reservoir Road.Project Description: 53rd Street currently passes underneath a railroad trestle, the low point in the road causing flooding during rainy periods. Design and planning is intended to reroute traffic away from the trestle. The project was first proposed in 1988 and has been delayed… Read more: Southwest 53rd Street Railroad Overpass
  • Corvallis-Albany Bikeway
    NW Scenic Drive to NW Springhill Drive Status: In Progress 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… Read more: Corvallis-Albany Bikeway
  • Dodge Island Road Bridge Replacement
    Status: In ProgressLocation: Dodge Island Road, near the intersection of Norton/Old River Road, bridging across the Dodge Island Slough.Project Description: Replacement of 4-span timber bridge built in 1963 that provides access to rural residents and resource land. Design is currently in progress.Impacts: Access to and from the latter half of Dodge Island Road will be… Read more: Dodge Island Road Bridge Replacement
  • Hayden Road Bridge Replacement
    Status: In ProgressLocation: Hayden Road covered bridge, just off of the intersection of Alsea Highway.Project Description: Replacement of 4-span timber covered bridge built in 1918. Current bridge requires a weight limit that prohibits full access of the area and structurally deficient. The bridge will remain as a pedestrian bridge alongside the new bridge. Design and… Read more: Hayden Road Bridge Replacement
  • SW West Hills Road Corridor Plan
    Status: In ProgressLocation: SW West Hills Road from SW 53rd Street to Western Boulevard.Project Description: Exploration of different methods of major improvement to the section of roadway in partnership with the City of Corvallis. This project is still in the developmental and conceptional phase.Impacts: SW West Hills Road is improved for the safety of all… Read more: SW West Hills Road Corridor Plan
  • Courthouse and District Attorney’s Office
    Status: In ProgressLocation: Hwy 20, West of Hewlett Packard campus.Project Description: Modern Benton County Courthouse and District Attorney’s Office, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and operational needs.Schedule: Construction is anticipated for Spring 2025.Last update: May 13, 2024 For more information see our project flyer

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