Parking lot closes as First Street upgrades begin in TD

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Written By City of The Dalles

Contractors will use the closed parking lot on the east corner of First and Federal streets for material and supplies during the First Street Renovation.

The Dalles, Ore., Feb. 6, 2026 — A portion of the First Street parking lot near the corner of Federal and First streets is now closed as work begins on the First Street Streetscaping Project.

The closed area will be used as a laydown yard for materials and equipment supporting the project. The closure is expected to remain in place through May 2027.

Public parking areas west of the Transportation Building remain open and available.

Federal Street looking towards First street where materials and supplies will be stored for major upgrades.

The First Street Streetscaping Project will extend from Union Street to Laughlin Street and includes rebuilding deteriorating retaining walls, sidewalks and curbs, along with new landscaping and a protected bike lane. Engineers estimate the project cost at nearly $7 million, including design and contingencies. The work is being funded through Urban Renewal.

City officials said they appreciate the community’s patience as the downtown improvement project moves forward.

More information and construction impact updates are available at thedalles.org/DTProjects.




City of The Dalles

The City of The Dalles, Oregon, is situated in the north-central part of the state on the Columbia River, the nation's second largest river. It is the county seat and the largest community in Wasco County. The Dalles is one of Oregon's most historical cities and was known earlier in its history as the town at the end of the Oregon Trail. The city was first incorporated by the Oregon Territorial Government in 1857 as “Dalles City” and was made the county seat shortly thereafter.

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