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By the People, for the People
Southwest Oregon Construction Report for the Week of Feb. 8-14, 2026
ODOT projects impacting highways in Josephine, Jackson, Coos, Curry and Douglas counties
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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The report covers ODOT highway construction projects in southwest Oregon, including paving, bridge and culvert repairs, ADA curb ramp improvements, and safety enhancements along Interstate 5. The projects are located in Josephine, Jackson, Coos, Curry and Douglas counties.
Why it matters
These infrastructure projects are important for maintaining and improving transportation safety, accessibility, and efficiency in southwest Oregon. The work will benefit drivers, pedestrians, and other road users in the region.
The details
The report details numerous construction projects across the region, including paving and safety upgrades on OR 42, ADA curb ramp replacements in several cities, bridge painting and repairs on OR 241, pedestrian improvements on OR 540, a landslide repair project on U.S. 101, wrong-way driver mitigation on I-5, and more. The projects involve lane closures, shoulder work, sidewalk impacts, and other traffic disruptions that drivers and pedestrians should be aware of.
- Construction is scheduled for completion by September 2026 for most projects.
- Work on the I-5 wrong-way driver mitigation project will resume in late February or early March 2026.
- The OR 42 paving and safety project between Winston and I-5 has completed construction for the winter and will resume in spring or summer 2026.
- The ADA curb ramp replacement projects in various cities are scheduled to be finished by July 16, 2026.
- The Reedsport pedestrian crossing project on U.S. 101 is underway now.
The players
ODOT
The Oregon Department of Transportation is responsible for managing and overseeing the highway construction projects detailed in the report.
Dan Latham
ODOT Public Information Officer for projects in Coos, Curry and Douglas counties.
Mary Dillinger
ODOT Public Affairs/Community Affairs Specialist for projects in Josephine and Jackson counties.
What’s next
Drivers and pedestrians should continue to monitor project updates and plan their travel accordingly as construction progresses through 2026.
The takeaway
These infrastructure projects demonstrate ODOT's ongoing commitment to maintaining and improving transportation safety, accessibility, and efficiency across southwest Oregon's highway network.
