Springfield to Launch Repair Work on Oregon Route 126B Main Street Bridge
Key Takeaways
- Construction begins next month on the westbound Oregon Route 126B Main Street Bridge, with a full closure planned for three weeks in December.
- Traffic, cyclists, and pedestrians will be rerouted to the South A Street Bridge, while freight vehicles detour to Oregon Route 126 and Bob Straub Parkway.
- The project includes pavement repairs, joint replacements, and the addition of a bike ramp to enhance safety and multimodal access.
Construction westbound Oregon Route 126B Main Street Bridge in Springfield will begin next month. The project will address structural repairs, repaving, and joint replacement to extend the bridge’s service life and improve roadway safety.
According to Springfield Bottom Line, crews will begin setting up the work zone in November ahead of full-scale construction. The bridge will fully close for three weeks in December to complete the most critical work.
During the setup phase, flaggers will manage traffic as construction crews position cones and barrels. Once the bridge closes, traffic will be detoured to the South A Street Bridge.
During the preparation phase, flaggers will direct traffic so crews can set up cones and barrels, Springfield Bottom Line reported.
KEZI 9 News reported that pedestrians and bicyclists will also be redirected to the South A Street Bridge, while large freight vehicles will use Oregon Route 126 and Bob Straub Parkway as alternate routes to maintain regional mobility.
In addition to the deck repaving and joint replacements, crews will add a new bike ramp on the east side of the bridge, improving access and safety for non-motorized travelers.
Sources: Springfield Bottom Line, Kezi 9 News