Hatfield Marine Science Center Trail Erosion Study

Erosion is impacting a portion of the Estuary Nature Trail located adjacent to Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) facility, located on the south side of the Yaquina Bay estuary approximately one mile from the open waters of the Pacific Ocean. The HMSC Estuary Nature Trail is important to many trail users, as it is the only trail in the Yaquina Bay estuary running along side the bay. The erosion has resulted in curtailed access to the trail by the public, students, and researchers, and the reduction in trail usage is negatively affecting many users. The goals of this project were to (1) evaluate site conditions and begin to develop an understanding of the causes of trail erosion; (2) help develop potential conceptual alternatives to control the eroding portion of the trail, while, to the extent practicable, maintaining the natural and aesthetic values of the shoreline area; and (3) identify educational opportunities for both providing information on trail erosion and tsunami dangers and evacuation routes. A phased approach is being used for this project. Phase 1 (this project) consisted of an initial evaluation of the probable causes of erosion and identification of potential conceptual alternatives to help stabilize the eroding portion of the trail. Subsequently, based on the Phase 1 results and input received from the HMSC staff and Oregon Department of Land, Conservation, and Development (OLCD) staff, Phase 2 will include design of the preferred trail stabilization alternative

An Ecological Approach to Integrating Conservation and Highway Planning Volume 2

This report is intended to help transportation and environmental professionals apply ecological principles early in the planning and programming process of highway capacity improvements to inform later environmental reviews and permitting. Ecological principles consider cumulative landscape, water resources, and habitat impacts of planned infrastructure actions, as well as the localized impacts. The report introduces the Integrated Ecological Framework (Framework or IEF), a nine-step process for use in early stages of highway planning when there are greater opportunities for avoiding or minimizing potential environmental impacts and for planning future mitigation strategies. Success requires some level of agreement among stakeholders about prioritization of resources for preservation or restoration. This implies long range environmental planning as a companion to long range transportation planning so that there is a basis and methodology for prioritization. This report provides a structured collaborative way to approach these issues. It does not address environmental mitigation and permitting actions required by current law or regulation. The report provides technical background on cumulative effects assessment, ecological accounting strategies, ecosystems services, and partnership strategies, along with a summary of the available ecological tools that are most applicable to this type of work. The appendices document three pilot projects that tested the approach during the research. The Framework details steps to enhance ecological considerations and efficiency in the early stages of planning highway capacity projects. Transportation professionals must routinely interact with numerous agencies in the course of planning highway expansions. These materials are intended to help each stakeholder better understand the missions and responsibilities of the other stakeholders and provide a structured and repeatable framework for interaction, thus allowing for agreement on ecological priorities. Use of the Framework can streamline the delivery of highway projects and improve water resources and habitats. The research from SHRP 2’s Capacity Project C06 produced two volumes of reports and a companion guide. Volume 1 (forthcoming) covers institutional issues and provides examples of techniques such as banking and programmatic agreements that can be used in the highway planning process. The guide (forthcoming) provides step-by-step information to help practitioners use the Framework. Essential content from the C06 project is available on the Transportation for Communities: Advancing Projects through Partnerships website (www.transportationforcommunities.com).KEYWORDS: environmental reviews, highway planning, forecasting, transportation planning, environmental permittin

Rhododendron Drive integrated transportation plan : Draft

113 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Includes maps and figures. Published May, 2007. Captured January 29, 2008.The Rhododendron (TSP) was initiated in 2006 by the City of Florence, in partnership with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). The process was undertaken to improve modal integration along the Rhododendron Drive corridor. The Rhododendron Drive Integrated Transportation Plan (RITP) will guide the management and development of appropriate transportation facilities along the Rhododendron Drive corridor. It was developed to support the City of Florenceâ s vision for improving safety and facilities to server all modes of transportation, while remaining consistent. This plan provides the City of Florence with the necessary elements for amendment to the Florence Transportation System Plan and to inform future planning and improvement efforts. [From the Plan]"This project is partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a joint program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This TGM grant is financed, in part, by federal Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), local government, and State of Oregon funds.

Cibola fire: burned area rehabilitation plan

Col. ill. Maps. The Cibola Fire was a lightning-strike fire that ignited on July 17, 2006 on the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge, Yuma County, Arizona. The plan describes the fire and threats to the area such as invasive species. 54 pages (PDF version)

Newport pedestrian and bicycle plan

147 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Maps, tables, figures. Adopted August 18, 2008. Captured July 30, 2009.The Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan replaces the bicycle and pedestrian element of the 1997 Newport Transportation System Plan (TSP). The goal of this Plan is to provide a comprehensive list of projects and strategies for system-wide improvements to the walking and bicycling environment. [From the Plan]"The Newport Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan was partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a joint program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This TGM grant is financed, in part, by federal Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), local government, and State of Oregon funds." "Financial assistance was provided in part for development of this Newport Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, through a grant to the Department of Land Conservation and Development.

Interstate Corridor urban renewal area housing strategy

79 pp. Charts, tables, map. Adopted March 13, 2002. Captured August 27, 2009.The Strategy will serve as the guiding policy document for all housing expenditures administered by the Portland Development Commission within the urban renewal area, including tax increment resources. [From the document

Hatfield Marine Science Center trail erosion study : technical report

"Erosion is impacting a portion of the Estuary Nature Trail located adjacent to Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Center (HMSC) facility, located on the south side of the Yaquina Bay estuary approximately one mile from the open waters of the Pacific Ocean. The HMSC Estuary Nature Trail is important to many trail users, as it is the only trail in the Yaquina Bay estuary running alongside the bay." (From the Background section, p.1-1) Includes color photographs and color infrared aerial photographs

City of Medford Transportation system plan

398 pp. Maps and tables included. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Adopted November 20, 2003. Captured February 2, 2006.The Medford TSP outlines a twenty-year plan to guide transportation improvements and enhance general mobility throughout the City....The transportation modes examined in this document include: motor vehicles, public transit, other surface transportation (including intercity bus and rail), air transportation, non-motorized, freight, and parking management. The report concludes with a specific project list categorized into short-, medium-, and long-term timeframes. A funding and implementation plan also provides a guide for the transportation system plan components to become a reality. [From the Plan]This project was partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a Joint Program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. TGM grants rely on federal Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act and Oregon Lottery funds

City of Independence transportation system plan

246 pp. Bookmarks supplied by UO. Includes maps and figures. Published June, 2007. Captured February 1, 2008.The Independence Transportation System Plan (TSP) establishes the City’s goals, policies and action strategies for developing and improving the transportation system within the Independence Urban Growth Boundary. The Independence TSP outlines a twenty-year plan to guide transportation improvements and to enhance general mobility throughout this city of over 7,000 residents. The TSP is intended to serve as a blueprint or master plan to guide transportation decisions to address both short and long term needs over the coming decades. [From the Plan]"This project is partially funded by a grant from the Transportation and Growth Management (TGM) Program, a joint program of the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development. This TGM grant is financed, in part, by federal Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), local government, and State of Oregon funds.