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Seattle viaduct project could be a lesson for Portland’s Columbia River I-5 bridge
If Seattle were to stop work on its Alaskan Way Viaduct project and start over, the city would lose more than $1 billion, according to the Seatte P-I. The monster […]
Seattle viaduct project could be a lesson for Portland's Columbia River I-5 bridge
If Seattle were to stop work on its Alaskan Way Viaduct project and start over, the city would lose more than $1 billion, according to the Seatte P-I. The monster […]
Cheapest option recommended for I-5 bridge
The heads of the Oregon and Washington Departments of Transportation have recommended the composite-deck truss bridge option to their respective governors as a bridge type for the Columbia River Crossing Project.
New I-5 bridge designs heading to governors
The directors of the Oregon and Washington departments of transportation will brief the governors of their respective states next week on new final bridge type recommendations for the Columbia River Crossing project.
Obama budget includes light rail, CRC funding
President Obama's proposed fiscal 2012 budget includes $200 million for the Portland to Milwaukee Light Rail Project and the potential for up to $400 million for the Columbia River Crossing Project.
Governors oppose Columbia River Crossing design
Govs. John Kitzhaber of Oregon and Chris Gregoire of Washington on Thursday asked state officials to halt further work on the design for the Columbia River Crossing. The governors instead asked staffers to start work assessing three other bridge types that an expert said were better options.
Legislators expect funding talk of CRC, little else
State legislators leading the House and Senate transportation committees expect to hash over details of the Columbia River Crossing project in the upcoming session, but none hold out much hope for any funding decisions this year.
Noise reduction a concern for CRC construction
A study by the group behind the Columbia River Crossing project will examine an underwater noise reduction technique called "bubble curtains" as a way to reduce the acoustic impacts to homes and wildlife during construction of the bridge.
Stacey, Hughes face off for Metro president seat
The two candidates for the council president seat at Metro agree that job creation is a priority for the Portland metro area. But they part ways when it comes to deciding how that goal should be achieved.
Recommendations approved for CRC project
Oregon and Washington's departments of transportation have given the thumbs up on recommendations made by an independent review panel for the Columbia River Crossing project. The DOTs told project leaders they may move forward with final planning for the $1 billion bridge project.
CRC faces additional funding questions
The latest blow to Columbia River Crossing project funding came this week from the board of directors for Clark County's transit agency, C-TRAN. The board this week voted to split a measure on a tax increase for county transportation planned for next year's ballot.
Alternatives explored for CRC project
Regional government Metro commissioner Robert Liberty hosted a meeting to discuss 14 alternatives to the Columbia River Crossing project
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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- 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
