Summary
ODOT's retrofit of the Center Street Bridge starts late 2026 and runs through 2030, with two full nighttime weekend bridge closures and six months of two-lane closures expected around 2029–2030. Councilors pressed ODOT on how detoured traffic will hit the Independence Bridge and downtown businesses, and ODOT promised coordination. Until Phase 2 (roughly 2033–2036), the west approach stays vulnerable in a major quake.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Construction will disrupt local businesses and commuters for years, though the bridge will be quake-resilient afterward.
Everyone who depends on the bridge gains earthquake resilience, plus a rebuilt parking lot and replaced trees in the park.
Commuters and local businesses near the Independence Bridge will absorb detour traffic during the closure years.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jul 14, 2026
ODOT's retrofit of the Center Street Bridge starts late 2026 and runs through 2030, with two full nighttime weekend bridge closures and six months of two-lane closures expected around 2029–2030. Councilors pressed ODOT on how detoured traffic will hit the Independence Bridge and downtown businesses, and ODOT promised coordination. Until Phase 2 (roughly 2033–2036), the west approach stays vulnerable in a major quake.
City Council - May 12, 2026
ODOT confirmed the Center Street Bridge project will proceed; staff will present timing and closure details at a future meeting.
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