We’re planning the final round of curb ramp upgrades in Eastern Oregon. Most of the work will take place in Pendleton, but crews will also be active in Haines, La Grande and Sumpter.
As part of this effort, we’re reviewing all ramps in Region 5 to make sure we didn’t miss any locations. Some sites were not included in earlier projects because of issues like permitting or utility conflicts. In addition, a few ramps that were previously upgraded now need repairs. This means we’ll be returning to some communities we’ve already visited. These remaining locations are included in phases 3 and 5.
We will upgrade ramps in Pendleton along Emigrant and Dorion Avenues.
Project design: 2024-2025.
Project bids: October 2025.
Construction: Spring-summer 2026.
Visit the phase 2 project webpage for more information.
We will upgrade curb ramps in the communities of Haines, La Grande and Sumpter. We will also work at remaining locations in Union, Baker and Wallowa counties.
Project design: 2024-2026.
Project bids: March 2026.
Construction: Summer 2026 into 2027.
Visit the phase 3 project webpage for more information.
We will return to Pendleton and continue upgrading curb ramps along Court, Emigrant, and Dorion Avenues, Westgate and Northgate.
Project design: 2024-2026.
Project bids: October 2026.
Construction: 2027 and 2028.
Visit the phase 4 project webpage for more information.
We will finish our curb ramp upgrades in Pendleton, along Frazer, Emigrant and Dorion avenues. Other locations in Eastern Oregon include Echo, Hermiston, La Grande, and Huntington.
Project design: 2024-2027.
Project bids: March 2027.
Construction: Fall 2027 into 2028.
Visit the phase 5 project webpage for more information.
Map for Phases 2, 4 and 5 in Pendleton.
As we work on curb ramps in Pendleton, you will notice that we’re not completing one street at a time. That’s because not every location is the same.
Some intersections are ready for construction. Others may have fire hydrants, utility boxes, or power poles that need to be moved—or they may require extra permits. These factors affect when and where we can build. We start with the locations that are ready. The ones that need more planning or coordination will be constructed during later phases.
“ADA curb ramps provide access between the sidewalk and road for people using wheelchairs, strollers, walkers, hand carts, bicycles and for pedestrians who have trouble stepping up and down curbs.”
“People with disabilities and everyone who uses sidewalks along the highway will benefit from the curb ramp upgrades.”
The ODOT ADA Program is working to upgrade over twenty-five thousand curb ramps throughout Oregon so they meet federal accessibility standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The process involves designing each ramp according to national guidelines; removing barriers such as steep lips; adjusting slopes; verifying site details; ensuring compliant styles; and hiring contractors to complete construction work.
While focusing on new construction or repairs of existing ramps, some crossings considered unsafe—such as those with poor visibility or obstacles—may be closed instead of upgraded. Accessibility improvements are also included within larger infrastructure projects when possible or addressed independently if needed across Oregon highways.
For additional details about other ongoing projects within eastern Oregon’s Region 5 area or current travel conditions statewide visit tripcheck.com or call 5-1-1.
