August 12, 2022 3:40 a.m.

The Mosher Avenue railroad crossing near downtown Roseburg is expected to be closed for five days later this month, so the crossing can be rebuilt.

A City of Roseburg release said the crossing between Spruce and Sheridan Streets, is used by some residents to access Templin Beach Park, Happy Tails Dog Park and Micelli Park. It is expected to be closed around-the-clock from about 7:00 a.m. Monday August 22nd until 7:00 p.m. Friday August 26th.

Detours will be set up to direct traffic around the closure, according to the Public Works Department.

Genesee & Wyoming, which operates the railroad, will reconstruct the existing railroad crossing with a new foundation, track ballast or bed, and railroad tries. The project will include improvements to the pedestrian crossing path.

Drivers are asked to use caution when traveling through the work zone.

For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 492-6730.