A ribbon-cutting ceremony and a community cake and coffee reception marked the occasion. The year and a half long project created many challenges for businesses and residents of the community. Weather and materials availability and unforeseen obstacles complicated construction activities.
Finish work remains to be done over the next few months.
The concrete road surface is designed to provide motorists approximately 30 years of use before any major upgrade is necessary. Routes such as U.S. 30 are vital to Oregon's economy. They connect ports, cities and borders. A community reception was held at May's Plaza after the ribbon was cut. ODOT served cake and coffee to community leaders, retailers and citizenry of the area.