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Public Works Projects

  • Public works projects safely preserve existing infrastructure, increase roadway capacity, improve mobility and enhance neighborhood livability. 

    Construction projects 

  • NE Hogan Drive Safety Improvements

    Location

    NE Hogan Drive: NE Burnside to E. Powell Boulevard

    Schedule

    • Oct. 2022 - Oct. 2023
    • Work hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 

    Project description

    • This project is designed to decrease traffic congestion and improve pedestrian safety. A southbound lane will be added on NE Hogan Drive between NE Burnside and E. Powell Boulevard.
    • Safety improvements will include new sidewalks for pedestrian travel and bike lanes. 
    • Stormwater facility Improvements will provide better collection and filtering of road pollutants. 

    Project impacts 

    • Traffic delays due to partial street closure and reduced traffic speeds. 
    • Partial driveway closures will be scheduled with business. 
    • Construction equipment, noise and dust. 

    Contractor

    Raimore Construction

    Contact

    Mike Green, Project Manager, 503-618-2492

    NW Norman and SE Elliott Waterline Replacement

    Project description

    Crews will be replacing waterlines and increasing water capacity at NW Norman Avenue and SE Elliott Avenue in preparation to expand groundwater delivery.  Learn more about our water supply projects

    Schedule

    • Late July to November
    • Works hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Project impacts

    • Road and sidewalk closure.
    • Limited on street parking around work zone.
    • Construction equipment, noise, vibration, and dust.

    Contractor

    Green Mountain Excavation LLC

    Contact

    Cameron Lee, Project Manager, 503-618-2738

    North Gresham Stormwater Improvements

    Project description 

    Crews will install a new manhole and drywell. The drywell will reduce the overall amount of stormwater in our storm system. This will minimize downstream flooding during heavy rain events. Work is located at 1001 S.E 217th Avenue.

    Project impacts

    • Road and sidewalk closure.
    • Limited on street parking around work zone.
    • Construction equipment, noise, vibration, and dust.

    Schedule

    • Early to Mid-August
    • Works hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

    Contractor

    Moore Excavation, Inc.

    Contact

    Cameron Lee, Project Manager, 503-618-2738

     

    North Gresham Elementary Well Drilling

    Crews are drilling a groundwater well near North Gresham Elementary school, 1001 SE 217th Avenue. 

    This project is expanding Gresham's groundwater supply. Learn more

    Johnson Creek Sewer Pipe Upgrades

    Project description  

    This project will upgrade sewer pipes that travel over Johnson Creek at a bridge crossing. The pipeline upgrade is designed to withstand a large earthquake.

    Improvements will include: 

    • Replacing and increasing the depth of the piles at either end of the crossing. This will provide a strong base for the span.  
    • Replacing the existing pipe and enclosing it with steel casing. 
    • Upgrading the manholes at either end of the span.  
    • Securing the above ground manholes to prevent disconnection.  

    Schedule

    September - December
    Work hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Construction impacts

    • Partial closure on SW 14th off of SW Highland Drive.
    • Spring Water Trail detour.
    • Construction equipment and noise.

    Project documents

    Contact 

    For more information, contact Rob Chapler, 503-618-3458.

    Sidewalk Improvements

    Schedule

    •  Ongoing. Work hours may vary, but generally from 7:00 am - 6:00pm.
    • Some sidewalk work is scheduled before paving begins this summer. Find out more about our  summer paving project. 

    Project overview 

    The City is upgrading sidewalk ramps at intersections throughout Gresham. Installing sloped curb ramps provide improved safety at pedestrian crossings. The new ramps allow people with disabilities to safely travel from the sidewalk to the street.

    Project impacts

    During all construction activity, there will be delays and on-street parking will be impacted. We try to limit disruptions as much as possible.   

    • Sidewalk closed.
    • Bike lane closed.
    • Construction equipment parked in your neighborhood.
    • Partial road closure - flaggers may be directing traffic.
    • Reduced on-street parking.
    • Noise and dust.

    Contact

    Department of Environmental Services, 503-618-2525

    Street Reconstruction Project

    The City launched a five-year street reconstruction project in 2018. This is the largest investment in our streets in Gresham’s history.

    • The project will fix the most deteriorated streets in the city. 
    • 25% of residential streets will be reconstructed from 2018 - 2023.
    • 149 lane miles will be rebuilt.
    • Paving work is scheduled during the summer months. 

     Find out more about street reconstruction