Water Pipeline Replacement Project in SW Corvallis Begins March 24

The City of Corvallis Public Works Department is starting a project to replace underground water pipeline located along SW 35th Street and SW Western Boulevard. Work will begin on Monday, March 24, 2025.

Following the water pipeline replacement, Western and 35th will be repaved, including improvements to pedestrian crossings at intersections as well as adding buffered bike lanes along portions of each street. The work is expected to be completed by Sept. 2025.

This project will likely create some traffic disruptions at various points in the construction schedule. Street closures and detours will happen periodically to facilitate safe work zones for workers and the public. Households served by the new water pipeline will experience short service interruptions of up to several hours while they are connected to the new line. Information about these interruptions will be communicated directly to affected households.

The existing water pipeline in this area was constructed in the early 1950s and has reached the end of its useful life. Replacing this hidden infrastructure will ensure consistent service and avoid problems in the future.

For more information about this water infrastructure project in southwest Corvallis, please contact Josh Bjornstedt at 541-766-6731 or josh.bjornstedt@corvallisoregon.gov.