Steel Bridge Re-Opens to MAX and Autos

Light rail construction complete

Light rail construction on the Steel Bridge is complete, and the bridge re-opened to MAX and auto traffic Monday, August 25, 2008. Buses returned to the bridge August 31.

The completed bridge work includes:

• rail tie-in work connected existing MAX tracks with new tracks for the I-205/Portland Mall Light Rail project on 5th and 6th avenues
• installation, maintenance and repair of the overhead wires that power MAX
• replacement of existing rail expansion joints and new asphalt paving
• permanent repairs to the approach structure on the east side of the bridge

Traffic changes affect cars, cyclists and pedestrians

Changes to vehicle lanes and signals also took effect August 25. The lower deck remains the optimal route for cyclists and pedestrians. Learn more