John Hennessy III,
P.E.
This 2012 video describes our hazing techniques to deter starlings from roosting on the Interstate Bridge which carries Interstate 5 over the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington. Droppings from the starlings corrode the steel structure of the bridge and are unhealthy, unsafe and unpleasant for bridge users. These techniques are used nearly every winter.
View this complete post...–OregonDOT on Youtube. Leaving the area better than we found it The parkland surrounding the Willamette River Bridge replacement project is much beloved by athletes, commuters and outdoor enthusiasts. These same park paths and natural areas also play a very important role in our construction story. Jyll Smith, ODOT public information officer, explains that while […]
View this complete post...This video shows how a contractor is using hydro-blasting to help demolish old infrastructure as part of a project on Interstate 5 in Ashland. While this technique is loud, it does the job quickly and efficiently. – OregonDOT on YouTube
View this complete post...The weekend of Sept. 23 — 26 was a busy one on I-5 in Lynnwood. Construction crews, who work mostly at night and behind barrier to stay out of your daytime commute, had to pull the last year’s work together and connect the new ramps to I-5. The time lapse is 21 hours of work […]
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