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Columbia River Crossing lacks sole leader
Who came up with the open-web design proposed for the Columbia River Crossing project? That depends on whom you ask.
Columbia River Crossing design raises questions
The open-web design of the Columbia River Crossing may present a number of engineering challenges, which could delay construction.
10-lane plan approved for CRC
The Columbia River Crossing took on a clearer shape when the Project Sponsors Council unanimously approved a 10-lane bridge and a new intersection at Hayden Island.
Clark County wants separate light-rail measure
Clark County's board of commissioners passed a resolution on Thursday to ask its transit agency, C-TRAN, for two ballot measures, instead of one, to fund new transportation projects.
Adams, Bragdon support new CRC plans
Portland Mayor Sam Adams and regional government Metro President David Bragdon released a joint statement on Thursday outlining an upcoming vote on the Columbia River Crossing project.
Independent panel supports CRC project
A report released today from a panel tasked with evaluating the Columbia River Crossing project states that the "new bridge should be constructed at the earliest possible date."
Metro report: CRC tolls won’t affect area growth
A report by regional government Metro finds if the proposed Columbia River Crossing project were funded and managed by tolls, it would have a negligible impact on population and employment growth in Clark County.
CRC receives $42M in federal funding
The Columbia River Crossing project has received $42 million in federal transportation funding, Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., announced today.
Fewer lanes means tolls for CRC
Fewer lanes on the proposed 12-lane Columbia River Crossing bridge would require more aggressive traffic demand measurements, such as tolling and car pool programs, according to an engineering report.
Pedestrian group withdraws CRC proposal support
The Portland Pedestrian Advisory Committee announced on Friday that the group is withdrawing its support for the Columbia River Crossing project, a $3 billion 10-lane bridge connecting Oregon to Washington on Interstate 5.
Governors name review panel for CRC
The governors of Oregon and Washington today named an independent panel to review the Columbia River Crossing project.
Q&A: A fresh look at Columbia River Crossing
A group of architects and designers are trying this week to answer questions about the Columbia River Crossing, an embattled project to replace the I-5 bridge from Portland to Vancouver, Wash.
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- 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
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