Superblock Project
City Council members, the project’s contractor and engineer, City staff, City Committee members, principals from Happy Valley Elementary and Happy Valley Middle Schools, and community members join for an official ribbon cutting celebration to commemorate the completion of the Superblock on May 15, 2025.
The superblock project created a walkable area within one of Happy Valley’s most popular hubs. The project aimed to increase safety for both pedestrians and motorists and provide more recreational opportunities for those wanting to explore the community. A multi-year project in the making, construction broke ground in 2019 and was organized into three separate phases.
The endeavor offers contiguous sidewalks that link sections of Ridgecrest and 132nd and King Road and 147th. The purpose of this project was to increase safety of both pedestrians and motorists and provide more opportunities for everyone to enjoy a stroll around the area. Fun fact: The interior perimeter of the Superblock measures approximately 2.25 miles, offering residents and visitors another way to get to those steps in!
The Superblock also allows for better traffic flow and connectivity between the sections of land that currently have gaps, allowing for increased usability of the space. This is of paramount importance to the City’s youth, senior population, and those with disabilities. Being able to safely traverse the area not only promotes healthy recreational activity by way of exercise, but it also helps boost cross-visibility between those on foot or using a mobility device, and those using the road.
Residents of the City voiced their interest in bringing this project to fruition. Though a significant undertaking, City Council made it a priority to ensure it got completed. Now, that dream has become a reality, with the Superblock complete! Below is a Summary Map that shows what areas received pedestrian improvements.
PHASES
Phase I
In December 2019, the City kicked off the initial groundbreaking of the City’s Superblock project.
Superblock phase I efforts included sidewalk improvements on Ridgecrest Rd and 132nd and three new Rapid Flashing Beacon pedestrian crossings. Two of these crossings were placed adjacent to Happy Valley Elementary (King Rd). The third was placed along 145th next to Denali Drive.
Phase II
Phase II brought significant progress that included coordinated efforts with PGE to remove a power pole on 132nd, near Ridgecrest Rd. Construction brought the installation of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters, along with lane widening, grinding, and paving along several stretches of roadway. This phase also included the construction of a major planter strip on the south side of Ridgecrest, from the intersection of 132nd Avenue and Ridgecrest, to just west of Parkwood Way.
The map below illustrates work identified for Phase I and Phase II of the project.
Phase I and II map here
Phase III
The final phase of the Superblock project included the addition of curbs, sidewalks, and some street improvements between Regina Ct. and 132nd Ave. Work also included undergrounding power.
FAQ’s
How was this project funded?
The City utilized transportation dollars (collected through the development process) to complete this project. These monies can only be used on capacity increasing projects and projects identified within the City’s transportation system plan. This project was also funded via an increased right-of-way use fee charged to PGE. Learn more about this at the designated page.
Questions about the project? Contact –
Chris Randall
Public Works Director
(503) 783-3842
Edward P. Hodges, P.E.
CURRAN-McLEOD, INC.
(503) 684-3478