November 2, 2024

Springwater Wetlands and Floodplain Restoration Project

Contact: K. Bullock-Clayton, Community Outreach K.BullockClayton@portlandoregon.gov, 503-823-5759

Environmental Services has begun construction on a project to restore wetlands and natural habitat on about 30 acres in the Johnson Creek floodplain. This project will reduce flood risk for local homes and businesses and enhance habitat for sensitive wildlife.

Project Area

The project will take place in the wetlands and natural areas along the Springwater Corridor Trail from Beggars Tick Natural Area to Zenger Farm. The project is located on public property between SE 111th and 122nd Avenues, from SE Harold Street and SE Foster Road. 

Simplified map for the Springwater Wetlands and Floodplain Restoration Project. Please note this map is not up to scale.

General Schedule

Construction began in April 2024 and the work is expected to take about a year and a half to complete. 

Crews will come and go to complete work in phases. There may be little to no activity for days or weeks between each phase. 

All work is weather-dependent and subject to change due to contractor availability. 

What's Happening Now?

Crews continue with onsite removal of soil that contains petroleum in Central Wetlands. Clean soil and other equipment to be transported to and from the West Lents restoration area. These efforts support erosion control and the future development of land banks at Springwater.

Heavy construction traffic and high dust emissions to be expected.

The traveling public should expect high volumes of construction trucks transporting dirt, equipment, and other building materials between sites. This work will restrict travel lanes, remove on-street parking temporarily, and may create traffic delays. 

All work is weather-dependent and subject to change due to contractor availability. 

Week of November 4:

Daytime work hours are Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the following location:

• Springwater Trail Corridor, along SE 113th and SE 120th Avenues — Crews to finish berm landscaping and backfilling culvert walls in North Wetlands. Upon completion, crews to transport and begin installation of stone bollards. 

Bollards: Installed pillars or safety barriers that provide traffic control, protection, and organization at construction sites. They help to minimize potential hazards, control motorists and pedestrian traffic, protect equipment, and create a secure environment for workers and the public.

Week of November 11:

Daytime work hours are Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the following location: 

• Springwater Trail Corridor, along SE 113th and SE 120th Avenues — Crews complete berm landscaping in Central Wetlands. Trail construction resumes and additional bollards to be installed to support erosion and sediment control.  

Monday, November 11 (Veterans' Day): While construction work continues on this day, please note that some City of Portland offices and facilities will be closed due to the observance of the federal holiday. 

Keeping You Informed

To enter wetland and restoration sites, crews will need to access and will work in the public right-of-way (ROW). Vehicles and other private belongings in the right-of-way may be disturbed by ongoing construction, materials processing, landscaping, and other forms of industrial activities. 

Information on Parking Enforcement:

• Please remove any items you wish to keep before crew arrival. Crew arrival can be as early as 6 a.m. at the work zone.
• If the City’s contractor finds private belongings in ROW, they are subject to removal.
• If the City’s contractor finds private vehicles in ROW, they are subject to citing, temporary relocation, or towing.

Please obey all traffic control signs and follow the directions of all flaggers.

Thank you for your complete understanding and total cooperation.

Example of private vehicle blocking access to

public travel lane and construction gate on

SE Ramona Court. Vehicles in ROW are subject to towing.

Vehicles and other private belongings blocking access to roads and work zones, can be easily impacted by construction. All personal items should be moved accordingly.

Example of private and illegal signage

blocking access to public travel lane on SE Ramona Court. All non-city signs will be removed by contractors.

What to Expect During Construction

Construction hours are Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Work may be done on some Saturdays, as well.

You can expect the following activities to occur during construction hours:

• Noise, vibration, and dust
• Traffic delays
• Parking restrictions
• Equipment storage overnight
• Continued sewer service during work hours
• Maintained access to your home or business

A brief guide on what you can expect during construction projects conducted by Environmental Services and their contractors can be found at portland.gov/bes/constructionimpacts.

We Want to Hear from You

The City’s goal is to keep businesses and residents informed before and during construction. We encourage you to:

• Project Webpage: Visit portland.gov/bes/SpringwaterWetlands for details. 
• Questions: Please call or email City staff stating that Springwater Wetlands and Floodplain Restoration Project is your area of concern. Outreach staff will return your call or email by the next business day. 
• Sewer Emergency: In the event of a sewer backup or basement flooding, call the Maintenance hotline immediately at 503-823-1700. It is staffed all hours and all days, 24/7.

This project will help protect the health
of the Johnson Creek Watershed.

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