Oregon Coast Roadwork, Traffic Delays Coming to Port Orford's Cape Blanco, Astoria, Highway 26

Published 05/11/25 at 6:35 a.m.
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff

(Astoria, Oregon) - The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has just announced more roadwork on key coastal landmarks, which may impact traffic in several areas. (Humbug Creek near Seaside - courtesy ODOT)

Near Port Orford on the southern Oregon coast, repairs to the entrance road at Cape Blanco State Park are scheduled for May 13-15, with expected traffic delays.

Flaggers will manage traffic where the road narrows to one lane to accommodate construction. Drivers are advised to exercise caution, adhere to posted speed limits, and follow all road signs.

“Park staff appreciate visitors' patience during repairs,” ODOT said.

In Astoria, the famed Oregon coast / Washington coast bridge will go under the knife.

ODOT said crews will begin work this summer on the Astoria-Megler Bridge, replacing supports and concrete bases. While most of the work will take place beneath the structure, single-lane closures will occur daily to ensure crew and traveler safety.

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Beginning in early June, traffic impacts will include daytime single-lane closures Monday through Thursday, with reduced closures until noon on Fridays. A temporary work platform will be installed beneath the bridge, and motorists should anticipate construction noise and delays. Hotels in Astoria - Where to eat - Astoria Maps and Virtual Tours

In the Oregon Coast Range, a crucial route between Portland and the beach will see additional work that could cause some inconvenience.

Last year, ODOT replaced the U.S. 26 bridge over Humbug Creek in a two-phase project, constructing half of the bridge at a time.

“We're coming back soon to wrap things up by painting permanent striping,” ODOT said. “This work is weather dependent and our schedule may change.”

Port Orford / ODOT

Traffic impacts will include daytime construction activity, intermittent single-lane closures, and flaggers directing vehicles through open lanes. Travelers should expect delays and increased noise in the area.

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Other parts of the Oregon coast are also undergoing changes and construction.

On the south Oregon coast, Bandon's Face Rock Scenic Viewpoint parking lot is temporarily closed, scheduled to reopen May 23. Work there involves closing the restrooms as well. However, beach access via the stairs on the south side of the property will remain open.

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Near Depoe Bay, atop Cape Foulweather, the gift shop and at least some of the parking are shut down until some time in June. Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint will get work on its structural integrity, as well as restoration to preserve the building's historical character and increase its accessibility features. See South Oregon Coast Landmark Under the Knife: Bandon's Face Rock Viewpoint Closed for a Month

n August, ODOT will repair a bridge in the Saddle Mountain en route to the coast, likely lasting about a week. In August and September, there will be a road project on Saddle Mountain Road that involves repaving or overlaying about nine miles of it, along with culvert repair and replacing the crushed stone along the road shoulders. That project will take about a month.

Later in the fall, more problematic trees will be taken down.

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