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Extended Burnside Bridge lane closures planned
Two lanes of Portland鈥檚 Burnside Bridge will be closed beginning in early January 2018 for the rest of the year as part of a $19 million maintenance project.
Burnside Bridge upgrade options pared down
Multnomah County officials are considering how to shore up the 17-mile 鈥淏urnside Corridor鈥� 鈥� Burnside Street from U.S. Route 26 to Gresham 鈥� as a 鈥渓ifeline鈥� through the Portland-metro area.
Open house offers info about 2017 bridge project opportunities
With the Sellwood Bridge replacement project finished, Multnomah County is shifting its focus to three long-standing bridge projects in Portland. Multnomah County officials will hold an open house Thursday to […]
Burnside bridgehead grows up
Several years after Beam Development kick-started redevelopment at the Burnside bridgehead with its Eastside Exchange project, the area is still bustling with activity.
Burnside Bridge upgrades will protect ‘lifeline’
With two Burnside Bridge construction efforts set to kick off in 2017, much scrutiny is headed for the 90-year-old span.
Tilikum Crossing gaining its share of traffic
The Tilikum Crossing, since opening Sept. 12, is approaching the 2 million mark for passenger traffic.
Fair-Haired Dumbbell’s design approved
Next, an artist will be chosen to create the skin for the building planned at the Burnside Bridge's east end.
Morrison Bridge deck going back to open grate design
Crews have begun designing a new lift span deck for the Morrison Bridge. The new deck, which will feature an open grate design, will replace one that deteriorated prematurely shortly after it was installed in 2011.
Developers discuss bridgehead plans
Developers recently spoke about the Block 67 project at the east end of the Burnside Bridge.
The Central Eastside’s skyscraper
B67, a 21-story glassy tower, is set to soon start rising in Portland鈥檚 exact geographical center.
Multnomah County committing to Morrison Bridge repairs
Multnomah County is planning to replace a failing Morrison Bridge lift span deck fewer than three years after it was installed.
Burnside Bridge rehabilitation project planned
Bidding has gone out for the Burnside Bridge Rehabilitation Plan, a potential multi-million dollar project that could last multiple years.
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
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- 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
