Contact

Public Works Department
555 Liberty St. SE
Room 325
Salem, OR 97301

503-588-6211
publicworks@cityofsalem.net

Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Salem Heights Avenue South Street Refinement Plan

Project goal/objectives

The Salem Heights Ave S Refinement Plan was approved by the Salem City Council on July 24, 2023. The goal of this project is to develop a plan for Salem Heights Avenue S. that:

Improves safety and utility of Salem Heights Avenue S. for all users
Reflects the existing character of the neighborhood
Results in one or a series of projects that can be adopted into the Salem Transportation System Plan and implemented as resources are available.

Project Documents

Background

Salem Heights Avenue S, extends from Liberty Road S to Sunridge Drive S and is a designated collector street. Designed more than 70 years ago, Salem Heights Avenue S does not meet the transportation needs of Salem residents per the Salem Transportation System Plan. Potential improvements include adding sidewalks, bike lanes, curbs, and gutters. The existing road presents many challenges, including particularly steep hills and narrow right-of-way. The goal of the project is to make Salem Height's avenue safer and easier to use for drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians within the existing constraints while still maintaining the neighborhood's character.

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