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OR 138E Corridor Solutions Road Improvements Making it easier and safer to drive through downtown Roseburg Washington at Pine and Stephens One of the biggest changes this project will bring about is realigning the two block section of Pine
OR 138E Corridor Solutions
Making it easier and safer to drive through downtown Roseburg
Washington at Pine and Stephens One of the biggest changes this project will bring about is realigning the two block section of Pine Street between Douglas and Oak, and combining Pine and Stephens into
Washington Street.
Washington at Pine and Stephens At present, the Pine and Stephens intersections on Washington are only about a hundred feet apart and there is little available storage space for vehicles, particularly large trucks turning from northbound Stephens onto Washington.
Washington at Pine and Stephens Our solution is to shift Pine Street about a hundred feet to the east so that it doesn’t break
south of Washington
intersection, controlled by a single traffic signal system, will improve safety and help traffic move more efficiently.
Spruce and Oak intersection The north leg of Spruce enters Oak about a hundred feet east of the south leg. Since Oak is a one- way (eastbound) street, motorists traveling south on Spruce cannot legally
since they would have to travel against
Washington at Pine and Stephens The OR 138 Corridor Solutions project will resolve this problem by realigning the north leg
up with the south leg. This will allow motorists
cross Oak.
OR 138E Corridor Solutions
Improving safety and the flow of traffic from Diamond Lake Boulevard to Interstate 5
Diamond Lake Blvd. to Stephens We want to reduce the number of lane changes drivers have to make. Currently, motorists turning from Diamond Lake
left and center lanes
them to move into the right lane to reach I-5. This extra lane change increases the potential for crashes.
Diamond Lake Blvd. to Stephens We plan to restripe Stephens so there are only two southbound lanes south of the intersection. Drivers from Diamond Lake Blvd. will be led into what are now the center and right lanes of Stephens, making it easier to reach I-5 without changing lanes. A third southbound lane, to the left of the other two, will
between Diamond Lake Blvd. and Douglas Ave.
Dual turn lanes at Washington Since most traffic heading to I-5 will be in the right and center lanes of Stephens, we want to make it easier to turn right onto Washington. After Pine Street has been realigned, this project will build two right-turn lanes from Stephens onto Washington.
Dual turn lanes at Washington This means you will be able to travel from either lane of Diamond Lake Blvd. to Washington without making any lane changes on Stephens.
Bus stop at Washington Ave. Bridge The last obstacle OR 38 drivers face on their way to I-5 is at the west end of the Washington Avenue
frequently stop here, forcing traffic in the right lane back up. This project will build a bus pullout, allowing both lanes to keep moving when a bus stops.
OR 138E Corridor Solutions
Improving safety and the flow of traffic from Interstate 5 to Diamond Lake Boulevard
Oak Avenue Most drivers heading east on Oak will eventually turn left
the striping is set up so that half of the traffic coming off the Oak Ave. Bridge will be trapped in the right lane. This forces drivers to make abrupt lane changes, increasing the potential for a crash.
Oak Avenue: new lane configuration To correct this problem, the travel lanes will be restriped so that traffic coming off the Oak Ave. Bridge will, by default, enter the left and middle lanes. On the right side, a right-turn lane will open up between Parrot and Spruce for motorists turning onto Pine.
Oak at Stephens After passing Pine Street, the traffic pattern on Oak will remain the same as
the left lane will be required to turn left, drivers in the right lane will be required to continue straight, while those in the center lane can either turn left or go straight.
Turning from Oak onto Stephens Most trucks turn from the center lane
lane of northbound
plans to shave back the sidewalk on the inside corner to make it easier for vehicles to turn from the left lane of Oak
Northbound Stephens at Washington Many drivers from south Roseburg want to turn left from Stephens onto Washington, toward Roseburg High School and I-5. At peak travel times, the left-turn lane on Stephens backs up and it can be difficult to clear all vehicles in one traffic signal cycle.
Northbound Stephens at Washington To accommodate all
want to turn from northbound Stephens onto Washington, ODOT will add a second left-turn lane on Stephens.
Turn lanes from Stephens onto Douglas Continuing north, new turn lanes at Douglas will allow motorists to turn left and reach Oregon
Stephens motorists will also have a left- turn lane, providing another option to reach the Douglas County Courthouse
business area.
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Safety improvements that will help reduce crashes in downtown Roseburg
Stephens at Diamond Lake Most of the traffic signals in the downtown area are decades old. This project will replace six sets of signals. The wire spans at the Diamond Lake- Stephens intersection will be replaced with mast arms, which are more stable in windy conditions.
Red light runners Some the worst crashes take place at intersections, and are often the result of drivers running red lights. ODOT will improve the placement of the signals to make them more visible to motorists.
Tattle-tale lights To help the Roseburg police discourage red-light runners, some of the new traffic signals will be equipped with “tattle-tale” lights on the back. When the signal is red, the tattle-tale lights are illuminated, allowing police officers to monitor signals from several different vantage points.
Camera sensors Traditional pavement sensors sometimes do not detect motorcycles or bikes. Some bikers lose patience and run red lights. All of the new signals will be equipped with camera sensors, which have a better track record at detecting bikes and motorcycles.
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Other features that improve the driving experience in downtown Roseburg
Old rail crossings One of the least pleasant experiences in the downtown area is driving over the bumpy railroad crossings on Douglas, Washington and Oak. This project will upgrade all three rail crossings and add smooth concrete panels on Douglas and Oak.
Damaged pavement Some of the asphalt in downtown Roseburg dates back to the 1970s, and several areas are showing obvious signs of wear and tear. This project will repave and stripe the entire work zone, from I-5 to Fowler Street on Diamond Lake Blvd.
Deer Creek Bridge Both the Deer Creek Bridge (left) on Stephens and the Washington Avenue Bridge will be resurfaced as part of this project.
Traffic signs In addition to replacing old or damaged traffic signs, this project will install large directional signs in several locations.
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Transportation improvements that benefit the entire community
Harvard and Oak multiuse path Over the years, ODOT and the City of Roseburg have built several pedestrian and bike paths with the intention of eventually linking them together. This project will construct a multiuse path along Harvard and Oak Avenue that links the Fairgrounds path to the downtown area.
Oak Avenue Bridge Built in 1970, the Oak Ave. Bridge carries traffic across the Umpqua River, from I-5 to the downtown area. The new multiuse path will begin near Roseburg High School, follow Harvard across the Oak Ave. Bridge and connect with bike lanes on the other side of the river.
Oak Avenue Bridge The existing sidewalk
Bridge provides enough space for two people to pass, but not much room for bicycles or
there much room for people to pause and enjoy the view of the river below.
Oak Avenue Bridge When the project is completed, the Oak Ave. Bridge will feature a 10- foot-wide multiuse path (similar to the one seen in the drawing), which will provide more space for pedestrians, bicyclists and wheelchair users.
Viewing areas This project will build two viewing areas along the bridge’s multiuse path. Each will be about 12 feet long and four feet wide, giving plenty
to look around and take pictures. These viewing areas will be similar to the ones
bridge between Roseburg and Green.
Viewing areas The viewing areas will allow people to see things in the river they usually miss, such as these bufflehead ducks feeding below the bridge.
Decorative bridge rail At the request of the City of Roseburg, this project will include several features that complement the city’s unique
addition to the new viewing areas, decorative pedestrian rail will be installed on the Oak Ave. Bridge.
Bridge monuments The project will install decorative monuments at the west end of the Oak and Washington Avenue Bridges, welcoming visitors to the downtown area. Similar monuments can be found on bridge approaches throughout Oregon.
Decorative lampposts Adding to the new look of the Oak Avenue Bridge,
will be installed along the multiuse path.
Riverside Park lighting The walking path between the Oak and Washington Ave. Bridges is one of the lesser-known treasures in downtown Roseburg. This project will install lampposts along the path so that more people can feel safe and enjoy the area after work or in the early evening.
Bike lanes In areas where there are no bike lanes, bicyclists often ride
creating a hazard for pedestrians and wheelchair users. This project will create new bike lanes on Stephens, Spruce, Douglas and
Washington Ave. Bridge On the Washington Avenue Bridge, the existing bike lane is so narrow that bicyclists often ride
forcing pedestrians to move into the
will widen the bike lane on the bridge.
Sidewalk to Riverside Park With new bike lanes and sidewalks on Spruce, we want to make it easier for people to reach the riverfront area. This project will create a new sidewalk spur that connects the riverfront path with the intersection of Spruce and Washington.
Replacing sidewalks Most of the sidewalks in downtown Roseburg date back several
cracking and in poor condition, making it difficult for pedestrians and the disabled to use. This project will replace
sidewalks.
Rail crossing improvements Throughout the project area, pedestrian facilities will be upgraded to make it easier for everyone, including those in wheelchairs, to get around.
Washington at Pine and Stephens Improvements to the railroad crossings on Douglas, Washington and Oak will include new sidewalks, similar to those at the railroad crossing
Boulevard.
Safer crosswalks The crosswalk along Stephens at Diamond Lake Blvd. is one of the longest in Oregon. This project will install two pedestrian refuges to make it easier for elderly and disabled pedestrians to cross.
Retaining wall and landscaping To make room for the new left-turn lane from Stephens
retaining wall along the side of the old Safeway property will be moved back. As part of this project, the area will also be landscaped to make it more attractive.