Construction & Closures

Washington Park Reservoir Improvement Project

February 12 update: The Washington Park Reservoir public space is anticipated to partially open in summer 2026, beginning with the upper promenade area around the reflecting pool. This upper area will include walking paths, the grand staircase, an ADA-accessible route, the interpretive wall, and the gatehouse plaza. The lower area (including the lowland habitat and bioswale) will remain closed initially due to safety improvements and will open at a later date. The reflecting pool and cascading water feature may be intermittently off as crews continue testing and resolving technical issues. Periodic closures and construction-related impacts may continue in the surrounding area, including road work along SW Sacajawea Boulevard.

Here’s where you can read the full project overview and see detailed project construction updates.

SW Sacajawea Boulevard

February 16–27: On weekdays from 7am to 5pm, one lane will be closed for construction. Expect delays. Flaggers will be onsite to direct traffic. Consider taking TriMet MAX or bus lines 63 or 20 to Washington Park. Plan Your Trip with TriMet >

Stearns Canyon Trails

February 19: Trails will be closed for tree removal. Access the north end of the Park via Kingston Avenue or Park Place.