On Feb. 23, A New Detour in Effect on 95th Ave.
February 16, 2024 — In coordination with the City of Wilsonville, the Willamette Water Supply Program is set to begin installation of a new segment of 66-inch underground water pipeline along 95th Avenue.
Next Friday, Feb. 23, work is scheduled to begin on 95th Avenue between Boeckman Road and Hillman Court. This work is scheduled to continue through August 2024 (barring inclement weather delays that could extend the project timeline).
The scheduled work includes:
- relocation of a City of Wilsonville water main
- installation of a new segment of 66-inch water transmission pipeline
- street improvements and restoration, including curb and gutter, sidewalk, and paving
Northbound Traffic to be Detoured
For the duration of this project, only Southbound traffic is permitted on 95th Ave. between Boeckman Road and Hillman Court. Northbound traffic is being detoured to SW Boones Ferry Road. Detour signage and flaggers will be used during the closure to control traffic.
Project Background
Funded by ratepayers in Beaverton and Hillsboro to meet future demand, the Willamette Water Supply Program is a suite of projects to develop one of Oregon’s most seismically-resilient water systems with water sourced from the Willamette River's intake in Wilsonville. The project, which includes more than 30-miles of underground pipeline a new treatment plant and storage facilities, is scheduled to be complete by 2026.
Through its participation in this inter-governmental agreement, the City of Wilsonville is to receive more than $17 million in benefits, including seismic upgrades completed at the Water Treatment Plant and several right-of-way enhancement projects that are being performed in conjunction with pipeline installation.
Additional Information
For more information, visit ourreliaablewater.org, e-mail info@ourreliablewater.org or call 503-941-4570.
