Road Work Begins On Forest Highway 46; Expect Delays Through the Summer Months
Detroit, Oregon -- The Willamette National Forest has awarded a $2 million dollar contract for the reconstruction of Forest Service road 46, also known as the Breitenbush road on the Willamette National Forest and the Clackamas road on the Mt. Hood National Forest. The work will take place between milepost 1.0 near Detroit and continue to milepost 28.0 on the Mt. Hood National Forest. Reconstruction will begin on May 20, 2009.
Forest Highway 46 is a popular section of the West Cascades National Scenic Byway that links Highway 22 to the Clackamas Ranger District of the Mt. Hood National Forest. Through-travel is currently impeded by snow, which will likely melt off in the weeks ahead. Reconstruction of the highway will include guard rail and culvert replacements, removal of roadside hazards such as rocks and debris, and new asphalt to repair irregularities in the surface of the road. The work is expected to be completed by late August, but could possibly extend through June of 2010.
Due to road work, visitors should anticipate travel delays of up to 30 minutes and possibly a detour while repairs are being made to a bridge; the construction area will be signed. ìThis project will make travel on Highway 46 safer for Forest visitors. The communityís patience and understanding while construction is occurring on the road is greatly appreciated,î says Steve Sappington, Engineering Officer for the Detroit and Sweet Home Ranger Districts.
Visitors are encouraged to call the Detroit Ranger District and check the Forest website for regular updates prior to traveling in the area; office hours and phone numbers are listed below.
Detroit Ranger District Detroit, OR
(503) 854-3366
Open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; 7 days/week
For more information and road condition updates please call the Detroit Ranger District at (503) 854-3366 or visit
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