LOT 1 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS
The Port of Hood River Commission hired KPFF on July 11, 2023 to begin the process of designing transportation improvements surrounding Lot 1 and Nichols Basin. Traffic analysis showed that the installation of a roundabout at No. Second and Riverside would eliminate traffic barriers to future construction on the Hood River Waterfront.
The Port had previously received a $1.9M Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant for transportation improvements and the Port Commission encouraged additional grant application to be pursued.
The conceptual design replaced a four-way stop with a roundabout. This removes traffic limitations that are currently impeding the development of Lot 1 and the Hood River waterfront. The development of Lot 1 will create opportunities for local business growth and recreational retail with access to the Nichols Basin waterfront. The revenue generated from development will help maintain the popular waterfront parks and event site that is important to the community.
The addition of a roundabout at Second and Riverside is also consistent with the Oregon Dept. of Transportation (ODOT) Interchange Area Management Plan (IAMP) guidance and improves the overall flow of traffic and safety between Interstate 84 and the Hood River waterfront. The development of Lot 1, facilitated by the traffic improvements provided by the roundabout will enable up to 7,000 sq. ft. of commercial space to be developed, increasing opportunities to create long-term job growth through future development. This project will also increase pedestrian connectivity between Hood River and the commercial and recreational activities along the waterfront. It will also improve road way safety – particularly pedestrian safety – by reducing the conflicts between vehicles at the intersection. Resiliency is also addressed through stormwater management improvements. New transit facilities on the waterfront will be catalyzed by these improvements.
Lot #1 Planning Efforts
Meeting Notes from May 16, 2012 Group Mackenzie Presentation
May 16, 2012 Group Mackenzie Presentation
Lot 1 Port of Hood River Conceptual Plans 07/24/12
Port of Hood River-Lot 1 Planning: Concept Plan Recommendations Matrix
Lot 1 Planning Commission Meeting 11/27/12
Port of Hood River Planning Notebook
POHR Commission Special Meeting Minutes of June 19, 2013
POHR Commission Special Meeting Minutes of July 17, 2013
POHR Commission Special Meeting Minutes of August 14, 2013
POHR Commission Special Meeting Minutes of September 18, 2013
Lot 1 & Nichols Basin Development Concept
Area Planning
PLAN: Nichols Basin Options: Nichols Basin Study
City of Hood River Nichols Basin Trail Vicinity Map
MEMO: Nichols Boat Basin Future Work
PRESENTATION: Hood River Waterfront Trail
Background/History
Nichols Basin West Edge Base Map
MAP: Nichols Boat Basin Historic Map 1
PRESENTATION: A River Ran Through It
Final Site Investigation March 2003
Technical/Site Analysis
Hood River Delta Sediment Quality Evaluation Report
MEMO: Nichols Boat Basin Background Information and Restoration Potential
MEMO: Evaluation of the Nichols Boat Basin for Restoration of Habitat
Waterfront Lot 1 Market Research
Geotechnical Baseline Investigation Lot 1 Waterfront Business Park
LETTER: Environmental Baseline Subsurface Investigation Results
Please note: This page is updated on an ongoing basis. To learn more contact the Port of Hood River at (541) 386-1645 or via email to info@portofhoodriver.com.