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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving.
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Biking in Portland

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Basic road maintenance schedule

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PBOT 24/7 Maintenance Dispatch

PDXroads@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-1700Available 24/7 for emergency road hazards. Interpretation available | Interpretación disponible | Phiên dịch có sẵn | 提供口译服务 | Доступна интерпретация | Tafsiir la heli karo | Доступний переклад

PBOT Customer Service (by PDX 311)

311@portlandoregon.gov
phone number311Information and Customer Service
phone number503-823-4000Every day, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. (excluding federal holidays) Interpretation available | Interpretación disponible | Phiên dịch có sẵn | 提供口译服务 | Доступна интерпретация | Tafsiir la heli karo | Доступний переклад
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Walking, Biking, Transit, and Transportation Safety

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PBOT Budget

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Fixing Our Streets

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Transportation Planning

New crosswalk and crossbike on SE 67th and Harney

Transportation Projects

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Transportation Regulatory Program

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Weather

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News

Traffic Advisory: Upgrade on part of SW Naito Parkway multiuse path requires bike traffic detour starting Wednesday

Detour on weekdays during construction for people biking, walking or scooting
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Updated Traffic Advisory

City of Portland fulfills its financial commitment to 82nd Avenue corridor

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News Blog: Make history by participating in PBOT’s inaugural snowplow naming contest

Keep Portland weird! Starting today, the Portland Bureau of Transportation invites the public to submit snowplow names through Jan. 5

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Events

PBOT Snowplow Naming Contest: Winter 2024 - 2025

Make history this winter season and help name five PBOT snowplows! Crews have been preparing for the possibility of winter weather since October and we need your help! This year, we’re asking the public to help name five of our 56 snowplows.

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Winter Walk + Roll to School Day 2025

Put on your snow or rain boots and walk or roll to school while enjoying winter time in Portland.

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