Eugene
Pre’s Trail section to close as culvert replacement project begins near Science Center
Eugene, OR – A portion of Pre’s Trail near the Science Center in Eugene was scheduled to close as crews prepared to replace a culvert beneath the trail.
The City of Eugene’s Parks and Open Space division said visitors should expect construction activity in the area from Aug. 19 through Aug. 21.
The project will also affect water levels in the nearby canoe canal.
Staff began lowering the canal’s water level at 2 p.m. on Aug. 17 as part of preparations for the culvert replacement. Beginning Aug. 18, the water level was expected to be significantly lower than normal and remain at least one foot below its usual level through Aug. 20.
The city said a portion of Pre’s Trail would be closed from Aug. 19 through Aug. 21 to allow crews to safely complete the work.
Signs will be placed along the trail to direct users north toward the Science Center, where they will be able to reconnect with Pre’s Trail.
The culvert replacement is intended to improve infrastructure beneath the trail, with the city warning visitors to expect crews and work activity in the area during the project.
Park visitors were asked to follow posted park rules and signage, remain clear of work zones and pay close attention to their surroundings while construction is underway.
-
Eugene1 week agoOregon gubernatorial candidate Drazan accuses Gov. Kotek of making homelessness “chronic and permanent” as governor says crisis “wasn’t created overnight and won’t be solved overnight”
-
Eugene1 week agoOregon Sen. Merkley says getting anything done in the Senate is like “wading through tar” as he joins Montana Republican Sen. Daines in proposing sweeping rules overhaul
-
Eugene1 week agoEugene woman arrested for DUII after allegedly speeding, swerving and refusing to exit vehicle, police say her blood alcohol level was .25%
-
Eugene1 week agoLarge fire involving palletized wood shavings breaks out at Coastal Farm & Ranch in Eugene, prompting early morning response from ESF
-
Eugene1 week agoESF crews work overnight to contain mill fire on Milliron Road as scene expected to remain active for days
-
Eugene1 week agoOregon Sen. Wyden takes aim at President Trump over diesel deal, says “he’s rewarding Putin with a windfall agreement that won’t even lower prices”
-
Eugene1 day agoOregon Sen. Merkley warns “we can’t sleepwalk into a decision this consequential” as Senate gets chance to act “before it’s too late” over Trump’s Saudi nuclear deal that could trigger arms race
-
Oregon1 day ago“No company should be able to target you using your personal data,” Oregon Sen. Wyden urges Congress to pass his bill banning surveillance ads and targeted advertising by chatbots
