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Traffic Alert: Geotechnical Drilling on SR 14
Traffic Alert: Geotechnical Drilling on State Route 14
From July 20-22, crews will be conducting geotechnical drilling along State Route 14 (SR 14) at Dock Grade Road (west of the Hood River Bridge Road intersection) and North Shore Drive.
Bridge Basics: Understanding the Key Components of the New Hood River-White Salmon Bridge
With the bridge design now 60% complete, it's a great time to explore the key components of the future crossing and learn how they work together to safely carry people and goods across the Columbia River.
Building Futures: Highlights from Our First Career and Industry Day
More than 200 local students got a firsthand look at careers in the trades during the Hood River–White Salmon Bridge Project’s first Career and Industry Day. Through hands-on demonstrations, heavy equipment exhibits, and conversations with industry professionals, students explored the many career pathways helping shape the future of infrastructure in the Columbia Gorge.
Studying the Riverbed to Design a Safer Bridge
Studying the Riverbed to Design a Safer Bridge
White Salmon Resident Keith Hirschman Appointed to HRWSBA Board
White Salmon resident and retired U.S. Army Colonel Keith Hirschman has been appointed to the Hood River–White Salmon Bridge Authority Board, completing the 12-member bi-state body. Learn more about Commissioner Hirschman.
Final Design is Underway
Design work for the new bridge is underway, moving the project from concept to a buildable plan. Get an inside look on what happens during final design and what to expect as the project reaches 60% design this summer.
Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority Welcomes New 2026-2028 Co-Chairs
Meet our new 2026–2028 HRWSBA Co‑Chairs: Eric Wilson and Grant Polson.
Our Community Mobility Online Open House is now live!
On Thursday, Dec. 4, we launched a Community Mobility Online Open House! This virtual event is now live and runs through Dec. 19, 2025. It’s your chance to explore plans for safer walking, biking, and transit connections between Hood River, White Salmon, and Bingen.
Record of Decision: Federal Approval Marks Major Milestone Toward a New Hood River-White Salmon Bridge
(English/Español) The Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority today announced that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has formally issued its Record of Decision (ROD), marking a major milestone in the effort to replace the century-old Hood River-White Salmon Interstate Bridge.