Project Area
The map below illustrates the project area where sewer repair will take place, as well as pits and manholes will be installed.
Schedule
Construction began last November and is tentatively scheduled to be complete in early May 2022. Construction work hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Saturdays if needed.
What's Happening Now
Please note: the construction schedule may change due to weather, conditions underground, subcontractor schedules, materials availability, and other factors.
The rest of this week:
- Construct maintenance hole channels.
Week of April 18:
- Continue constructing maintenance hole channels.
- Video inspection of sewer and stormwater lines.
Week of April 25:
- Demo and prepare for paving within entire construction area on SE 3rd Avenue between SE Alder and Belmont.
Week of May 2:
- Pave entire construction area on SE 3rd Avenue between SE Alder and Belmont.
- Finish up any small project items and clean up.
We Want to Hear from You
Please let us know if you have a concern or question about future construction near you. Be sure to include your name, property address, and project name (SE 3rd Avenue) in your voicemail and email so we can provide you more details about what to expect in front of your property. Also, please write “SE 3rd Avenue” in the subject line of your email.
Sewer Emergency: In the event of a sewer backup or basement flooding, call the Maintenance hotline immediately at 503-823-1700. It is staffed all hours and all days, 24/7.
What to Expect
You can expect the following activities and impacts with this sewer repair project:
- Safe Work Site: Safety is our top priority for every construction site. You can help keep the area safe by staying clear of all construction activities and keeping children, pets, and vehicles out of construction areas.
- Noise, Vibration, and Dust: Construction creates noise, vibration and dust and disrupts normal neighborhood activity.
- Traffic Delays: You should expect traffic delays in and near the work area. Please observe traffic control signs and follow the directions of flaggers. The contractor will maintain local access to all properties, but construction may impact normal use of your driveway or entrance to your business
- Parking Restrictions: On‐street parking will be restricted in and near the work zones to create a safe work environment and to stage equipment and materials.
- Equipment Storage: Some equipment and materials will be stored on your street or nearby streets overnight.
- Maintained Service: Sewer, water, and other utilities will remain in service during construction.
- Typical Work Hours: Typical work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the contractor may schedule work during the same hours on Saturdays.
Schedule Changes and Inactivity: Construction schedules can change due to a variety of factors, including conditions underground, weather, traffic impacts, subcontractor schedules and availability of materials. These same variables may cause periods of inactivity during construction phases.
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