Portland Traffic Alert for NE Sandy Boulevard

NE Sandy Blvd. will remain CLOSED between NE 122nd and NE 138th for multiple days to repair road damage caused by a water main break Wednesday at NE 138th.

(PORTLAND, Ore. ) — NE Sandy Blvd. will remain CLOSED between NE 122nd and NE 138th for multiple days to repair road damage caused by a water main break Wednesday at NE 138th.

Travelers can use NE Airport Way or NE Halsey.

Portland Water Bureau crews are on scene repairing the water main.

ODOT is making preparations to repair the significant damage that occurred to NE Sandy Blvd., to include hiring a contractor to repair the road surface and subsurface.

Travelers should avoid the area, and use alternate routes.

Customers in the area may be experiencing dirty water and/or low pressure at their home.

The discoloration does not pose a health risk. However, avoid using tap water or running the washing machine or dishwasher until the repair is complete.

If customers experience dirty water, once the repair is complete, turn on each cold water faucets and allow them to run for several minutes or until the water is clear. Check www/portlandoregon.govwaterblog for updates.

Source: ODOT/Portland Water Bureau