Construction updates and project timeline

Updated: July 21, 2025

Noise Notice: Demolition Work on Bridge Piers

Demolition of one of the bridge piers on the West Linn side of the river begins Monday, July 21, as part of the upcoming bridge widening project. Work will take place from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and is expected to continue weekdays (and occasional Saturdays) for the next several weeks. Residents in the vicinity of the construction area should anticipate elevated noise levels while this work is occurring. A 24/7 nighttime noise hotline is available at: 503-276-7809.

Additional Closure Details

Construction work on and around I-205 will result in several nighttime lane and ramp closures the week of July 28. The following nighttime ramp closures may occur throughout the week but will not happen at the same time:

  • OR 43 to I-205 southbound

  • I-205 southbound to OR 43

  • OR 43 to I-205 northbound

I-205

  • Tentative nighttime northbound lane closure Friday, July 25 from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

  • Nighttime northbound lane closure Monday, July 28 to Friday, Aug 1 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

  • Nighttime southbound ramp closure at the OR 43 off-ramp (exit 8) Monday, July 28 to Friday, Aug 1 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. (see detour map)

OR 99E

  • Nighttime ramp closure at the I-205 northbound on-ramp Friday, July 25 from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. and Monday, July 28 to Friday, Aug 1 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. (see detour map)

  • Lane closure at I-205

  • Pedestrian detours

OR 43

  • Nighttime ramp closure at the I-205 northbound on-ramp Monday, July 28 to Wednesday, July 30 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. (see detour map)

  • Nighttime ramp closure at the I-205 southbound on-ramp Monday, July 28 to Friday, Aug 1 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. (see detour map)

  • Lane closure at I-205

  • Pedestrian detours

OR 43 (NB)

OR 43 (SB)

I-205

OR 99E

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: 503-276-7809. 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 2026.

Project Funding

While the funding crisis is having a profound effect on ODOT’s maintenance and operations, most construction projects will continue as planned. These projects are typically funded through separate capital programs, often with state or federal funds that are legally restricted to project development and cannot be redirected for maintenance or day-to-day operations. Delays may still occur due to a reduced workforce. Fewer available staff for traffic control, inspections and project oversight could slow down timelines or introduce challenges in project delivery.  For more information on ODOT’s funding crisis, visit our website.