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Administrative Order No. 58-99-01 of the Traffic Engineer of the City of Eugene, Oregon Weight limit and lane use restrictions on the bridge on 18th Avenue approximately 0.44 mile west of Bertelsen Road. Criteria for Administrative Action The administrative action of the Traffic Engineer of the City of Eugene, Oregon, establishing a weight limit and restricting lane use on the bridge on 18th Avenue approximately 0.44 mile west of Bertelsen Road is based on the following criteria: (a) Traffic engineering principles and traffic investigations: . Roadway capacity: The weight limit restriction will result in a small increase in traffic volumes on Bertelsen Road, 11 th Avenue and Willow Creek Road, but will have no noticeable effect on the capacity of those streets. . Safety: The primary reason for the weight limit and lane use restrictions is to ensure traffic safety. The Oregon Department of Transportation has determined that the bridge is structurally deficient. Vehicles over five tons and vehicles driving too close to the edge of the bridge could damage the bridge and cause accidents. The restrictions will allow most traffic to continue to cross the bridge safely while minimizing accident potential. ODOT's recommended lane use restriction does not result in narrower travel lanes; however, tubular markers will be installed along the existing fog line to discourage motorists from driving too close to the edge of the bridge. . Traffic signs, markings and signals: All changes to signs, markings and signals will be in compliance with MUTCD standards. Signing will be installed far enough in advance of the bridge to allow drivers of overweight vehicles the opportunity to take alternate routes. . Intersection Control: No intersections are affected by this action. . Roadway lighting: There is no street lighting near the bridge. . Access control: Access control is not an issue for property near the bridge, as all nearby property is undeveloped. The weight limit restriction will require operators of overweight vehicles who normally use 18th Avenue to change their route to reach their destination. . Speed zoning: The existing Speed 45 zone will not be changed.