WILSON CORRIDOR PROJECT UPDATE

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS MONDAY, APRIL 27

The final phase of the Wilson Avenue Corridor Project is scheduled to begin construction on Monday, April 27, 2026.

This phase focuses on railroad improvements at the Wilson Avenue crossing and will require a full closure of Wilson Avenue between Ninth Street and Centennial Street. The closure will impact all users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, beginning April 27 and is estimated to be completed in July. The City is working closely with Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Railway to complete this work as efficiently and safely as possible.

FINAL PHASE – Railroad Work

In this final phase, BNSF Railway will replace track and signal equipment at the crossing. During this time, railroad warning signals and crossing arms will not be reliably functional. The City’s contractor will also replace the adjacent sidewalk and roadway pavement. For safety reasons, the public should not enter the work zone or attempt to cross the railroad tracks while the road and sidewalk are closed.

DETOUR MAP

The closure will impact all users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

The public is encouraged to plan ahead, follow posted detours, and allow extra travel time when in the area. Access to businesses will remain open throughout construction.  

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING CONSTRUCTION

• Full road closure of Wilson Avenue between SE Ninth Street and Centennial Street impacting all users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians, and is anticipated to be completed in July*

• Use posted detour

  • Detour route for vehicles includes Ninth Street, Reed Market Road and Third Street

  • Detour route for pedestrians and bicycles includes Centennial Street, Reed Market Road and 15th Street

• Plan ahead and allow extra travel time when in the area

• Access to businesses will remain open throughout construction

• Heavy equipment, noise, and dust

• Stay Safe – the public should not enter the work zone or attempt to cross the railroad tracks while the road and sidewalk are closed

*Dates are estimates and subject to change.

GENERAL PROJECT BACKGROUND

The Wilson Avenue Corridor is a multi-phase modernization project that improves safety and east-west connectivity for all users along Wilson Avenue from Second Street to 15th Street.

The previous phases of the project included the installation of two new roundabouts (one at Ninth Street and one at 15th Street), improvements to the Third Street intersection and traffic signal, new roadway pavement, and the addition of new sidewalks, crosswalks, and bicycle facilities.

The final phase requires permitting and coordination with BNSF Railway. The City is working closely with the railway to complete this work as efficiently and safely as possible.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

Construction Phone Line: 541-383-4882

Project website: bendoregon.gov/wilson

Project e-mail: wilsonprojectteam@bendoregon.gov

Project Contacts:

Name – Kevin Kramer, Project Manager