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Temporary Closure Order issued for Carmen Bridge project
Release Date:
Contact(s): Carla Robinson
Road closure in effect July 8-10th for EWEB seismic retrofit on bridge
Springfield, OR – June 25, 2024. The Willamette National Forest has issued a temporary closure order for a portion of Forest Service Road (FR) 2600-730. This closure order will be in effect from July 8-10th, 2024, or until rescinded.
This temporary closure order has been issued for public safety while Eugene Electric & Water Board (EWEB) conducts construction work for a seismic retrofit on Carmen Access Bridge. The closure will extend from 7 a.m. Monday, July 8th, through 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 10th, on both sides of FR 2600-730 from the junction of Highway 126 for approximately 0.25 miles, including Carmen Bridge and up to the junction of FR 2600-730 and 2672-655.
Access to Blue Pool will be limited during the official road closure and bridge construction. The public is advised to observe the road and bridge closure for safety purposes and to expect limited access to recreational sites during this time.
Visitors are encouraged to “know before you go” and exercise caution on roadways that may have construction work or heavy equipment traffic. For current conditions, contact the McKenzie River Ranger Station at (541) 822-3381 or view alerts at
https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/willamette/alerts-notices
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