4-day closures of TD Bridge restart Thursday, Sept. 29; Yep, that's tomorrow
From the Oregon Department of Transportation:
By Kacey Davey with edits by Tom Peterson
Since last summer, crews have been working on replacing the bridge deck on U.S. Highway 197 over the Columbia River, but unexpected delays have extended the project timeline.
“We need more weekend closures to complete this project, and they will resume on Thursday, September 29,” said ODOT Spokesperson Kacey Davey.
Closures will begin on Thursday nights at 8 p.m. and end Monday mornings at 6 a.m., and the four-day closures could last into February of 2023.
Unexpected delays like severe winter storms could also extend this timeline. However, the bridge will be open for the weekends of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years to make holiday travel easier.
When the bridge is closed, a detour will be in place through Biggs Junction. You can always check TripCheck.com for up-to-date information on construction, closures, and detours.
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The closures are necessary for crews to complete the complex deck replacement. These continued closures ensure that the bridge won’t be entirely shut down for an extended period of time.
Emergency responders such as police, fire and EMS will be able to use the road on the dam for emergency access across the river.
“We know these closures have a big impact on people who live, work and play in this part of the Gorge, and driving extra miles is frustrating,” said Davey. “If you are looking for options, check out GetThereOregon.org for rideshare and carpooling resources.”
