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Minor Road Work on Two Oregon Coast Towns This Week: Astoria, Lincoln City

Published 03/15/25 at 4:45 a.m.
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff

(Lincoln City, Oregon) – Two Oregon coast towns are getting a fair amount of roadwork this week and into spring break. There are some minor traffic issues to look out for in Astoria and Lincoln City.

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Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) said the Astoria area is getting new signs, and curb ramps are still being installed on the central Oregon coast.

Construction teams in Lincoln City are hard at work updating hundreds of curb ramps along U.S. 101 to meet ADA accessibility standards. These upgrades aim to improve access for all pedestrians, regardless of mobility needs.

As spring break approaches, residents and visitors can expect an uptick in both pedestrian activity and vehicle traffic along the coastal corridor. Oregon officials are advising the public to stay informed and follow these guidelines:

- Spring Break Work Schedule: Crews will temporarily halt construction in the downtown area during spring break, focusing instead on projects near Lincoln Beach. Work in the downtown area will resume afterward.


- Traffic Signals Undergoing Updates: Signal improvement efforts continue throughout the town. Drivers are urged to remain cautious and patient while navigating affected areas.

- Safety at Crossings: For the safest experience, use designated crossings. Some crossings may be closed temporarily to ensure the safety of pedestrians and workers during construction.

Spring break is also a good time to practice the zipper merge to keep traffic flowing smoothly, ODOT said.

“Using the zipper merge may take a change in your mindset,” ODOT said. “Many drivers were taught to merge early and believe they are being 'cut off' by vehicles merging from the lane that is ending. But sharing the road with a zipper merge means being patient and taking turns.”

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Drivers should remain in their current lane until reaching the merge point and then alternate with other vehicles to ease into the open lane - akin to the teeth of a zipper. While this may require a shift in mindset for those accustomed to merging early, it is proven to reduce congestion and improve safety.


In Astoria, it's a similar story. Some of the signs along U.S. 101 and U.S. 101B are worn and outdated. Work is currently underway on the New Youngs Bay Bridge and is expected to continue for about another week.

Drivers should plan for the following:


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- Overnight work from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through Thursday.
- Single-lane and shoulder closures as required.
- Flaggers assisting with traffic management.
- Possible delays.

These new signs aim to enhance road safety by improving visibility of speed limits, landmarks, and upcoming destinations.

Both projects highlight the ongoing efforts to improve accessibility and safety along Oregon's highways while maintaining a steady flow of traffic. Travelers are encouraged to exercise caution and patience, ensuring a safer experience for all.

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Andre' GW Hagestedt is editor, owner and primary photographer / videographer of Oregon Coast Beach Connection, an online publication that sees over 1 million pageviews per month. He is also author of several books about the coast.

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