City of Salem, OR

06/16/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/16/2025 11:06

Bridge-Strengthening Projects Begin Across Salem

Starting this week with Liberty Street NE, City of Salem Public Works will begin strengthening four area bridges using funds from the voter-approved 2022 Safety and Livability Bond.

Beginning June 16 and continuing through November, workers will strengthen the bridges to allow heavier trucks to safely pass over local waterways. These bridges are:

  • Liberty Street NE over Mill Creek
  • 17th Street NE over Mill Creek
  • 15th Street NE over Mill Creek
  • Mission Street SE over Pringle Creek

Liberty Street NE over Mill Creek will be the first bridge under construction. The contractor will close the southbound lane to allow for equipment and materials staging to perform the work. Traffic Alerts and other information will be released as other projects begin.

Drivers and pedestrian should use caution, expect some delays and follow traffic control signage. There will be lane shifting on 17th Street NE and Mission Street SE during construction, single lane closure on Liberty Street NE during construction, and street closure on 15th Street NE.

Site specific information for each bridge

Please continue to monitor the Current Road Conditions Map on the City of Salem website to receive up-to-date information on scheduled or emergency road closures in Salem: https://public-construction-salem.hub.arcgis.com/

For additional information, please contact the City of Salem at 503-588-6211or service@cityofsalem.net.

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