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$447M federal grant sought for Burnside Bridge work
Multnomah County is seeking a U.S. Department of Transportation grant to help pay for construction of the Burnside Bridge replacement, which is expected to cost up to $895 million.
Burnside Bridge project receives $20M in state funding
Multnomah County鈥檚 Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge Project will receive $20 million in state money through House Bill 5030, which the Oregon Legislature passed on June 25. Gov. Tina Kotek signed the bill into law on Aug. 4.
Critical infrastructure upgrade effort advances
The Burnside Bridge replacement project is approaching the final design phase, which is expected to last more than two years.
Burnside Bridge advisory group members sought
Multnomah County鈥檚 Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge project team is recruiting for a new Community Design Advisory Group.
Cost savings key for new Burnside Bridge
A Multnomah County policy group on Thursday endorsed a slimmer replacement in a bid to keep the project moving forward.
Tough decisions being made for $1B project
A community group has endorsed three measures that would significantly downscale the Burnside Bridge replacement.
Cost savings sought for bridge replacement
With a price tag for a new Burnside Bridge exceeding $800 million, and only $300 million available, a community task force met Tuesday night to discuss the issue.
Reconsidering the Eastbank Esplanade
With a potentially long closure looming, one group is proposing upgrades that would include adding public river access.
County seeking comments on Burnside Bridge project
A public comment period has opened for a federal study on the project to replace the Burnside Bridge.
Designers look around the world for Burnside Bridge precedents
Designers are searching far and wide for inspiration that will influence the look and function of the Burnside Bridge replacement.
County panel endorses Burnside Bridge replacement plan
Multnomah County has moved closer toward a project to replace the Burnside Bridge in downtown Portland with a seismically resilient span.
One step closer to a new Burnside Bridge
A community task force on Monday voted to recommend construction of a long-span replacement, but without a temporary bridge to accommodate traffic.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
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- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
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- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
