HERMISTON, Ore.-Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) crews are now in Phase 2B of a project to upgrade curb ramps in the eastern part of the state, including along Highway 395 through Hermiston.
Curb ramps in eastern Oregon are being upgraded as part of a larger state-wide effort to meet current ADA standards and increase safety and seamless access for people who walk, bike or roll.
Due to the number of curb ramps in Hermiston, the project was split into two phases, with Phase 2A completed in October 2025, according to ODOT.
The improvements include upgrades to existing curb ramps and pedestrian signals, as well as the installation of ADA-compliant curb ramps and pedestrian signals where there are none.
Curb ramp upgrades on 395 started on Theater Lane and will continue at various points heading south to 4th Street, with work scheduled for Monday through Friday. Businesses in the affected areas will remain open, however, drivers and pedestrians should expect sidewalk, lane or shoulder closures.
Highway 395 curb ramp worksites for the week of March 9
- Theater Lane
- Harper Road
- Cherry Avenue
- Beech Avenue
- Beebe Avenue
- Catherine Avenue
- Dogwood Avenue
- Gladys Avenue
Signs or flaggers will be present to direct traffic throughout the $4.8 million project to upgrade curb ramps in Hermiston and Irrigon that is expected to be completed this summer, according to ODOT.
Curb ramps are also being upgraded in Irrigon at U.S. 730, from First Street, milepost 175.31, to 12th Street, milepost 175.97, in Umatilla County at U.S. 730, at the intersection with U.S. 395, and in Hermiston along 395 and OR 207, Dr. Wendell Ford Avenue to Joseph Avenue.
