(December 6, 2013) - The Portland Bureau of Transportation advises the traveling public that railroad maintenance work will close NE 105th Avenue between NE Sandy Boulevard and NE Marx Street on Monday, December 9, 2013 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A detour will be in effect during those times.  Southbound traffic will be directed east on NE Marx Street to NE 112th Avenue and south on NE 112th Avenue to NE Sandy Blvd. Northbound traffic will be directed east on NE Sandy Blvd. to NE 112th Avenue, north on NE 112th Avenue to NE Marx Street, west on NE Marx St to NE 105th Avenue.

Pedestrian and bike traffic should follow the same detours as vehicle traffic.  Local access to businesses and residences will be maintained.

The closure is necessary for Union Pacific Railroad crews to perform track maintenance at the railroad crossing.

The public is advised to travel cautiously in the work zone and to observe detours. Travelers are advised to use alternate routes if possible. Railroad work is dependent on weather and the schedule may change.

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