ADA sidewalk construction begins next week in Drain, Sept. 25

ODOT release – DRAIN — Construction is scheduled to begin in Drain next week on a project that will improve safety for pedestrians and bring an intersection into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Oregon 38 (Umpqua Highway) sidewalks at the C Avenue intersection in front of Ray’s Food Place and US Bank will be replaced and flashing pedestrian beacons will be installed. Construction will begin the week of Sept. 28 and all work is scheduled to be completed by the end of November. During construction, motorist can expect intermittent lane and shoulder closures on the highway. Flaggers will provide traffic control as needed. Access for bicyclists and pedestrians, including those with disabilities, will be maintained throughout the work zone. Freedom Builders of Azalea, Oregon, is the prime contractor. The $200,000 project is a result of a settlement agreement that requires ODOT to bring more than 25,000 non-compliant curb ramps throughout Oregon up to current federal accessibility guidelines within 15 years. For more information, contact Dan Latham, ODOT Public Affairs, at 541-817-5200 or Dan.Latham@odot.state.or.us.