Highway 229 Landslide Update -02 (Photo)
- 12/14/25
Date: December 14, 2025
Contact: Jess Palma, Public Information Officer
541-265-0652
lcsheriff@co.lincoln.or.us
HIGHWAY 229 LANDSLIDE UPDATE – 02
Lincoln County Emergency Management’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains active as we assist with the landslide that closed Highway 229 beginning December 12, 2025. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office continues to work with local and state partners to assess the developing situation and local impacts.
The site is still active and can be dangerous. Avoid the impacted and surrounding area. Ten homes were placed on evacuation notice. Occupants that remain in the hazard area were issued additional evacuation recommendations on December 12, 2025.
Three structures, including two homes, have been damaged in the landslide. Community members are encouraged to use extreme caution in and around the Siletz River to avoid risk of injury from debris and dangers associated with the heightened river level.
There have been reports of debris washing up on the shores of the river, the Siletz Bay, and ocean beaches. Community members are encouraged to avoid climbing on or moving the debris. Any discovery of items with personal identification should be reported to local law enforcement.
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has reported it is unknown how long the Highway 229 closure will last and that geotechnical crews need time to assess the slope and determine next steps before a timeline can be established.
Please be aware that there is no nearby detour available. Travelers should avoid the area and plan alternate routes. We'll continue to monitor conditions and will share updates as more information becomes available. Travelers are encouraged to check TripCheck.com for the latest road conditions before heading out.
Additional Information on the Landslide or to Inform Your Safety and Travel Plans:
- Weather: www.weather.org
- Road closures: tripcheck.com
- Lincoln County Emergency Alerts: sign up to receive messages directly - member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/notif
- Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT): www.oregon.gov/odot/pages/news-releases.aspx
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Highway 229 Landslide Update -02 (Photo)
- 12/14/25
Date: December 14, 2025
Contact: Jess Palma, Public Information Officer
541-265-0652
lcsheriff@co.lincoln.or.us
HIGHWAY 229 LANDSLIDE UPDATE – 02
Lincoln County Emergency Management’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains active as we assist with the landslide that closed Highway 229 beginning December 12, 2025. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office continues to work with local and state partners to assess the developing situation and local impacts.
The site is still active and can be dangerous. Avoid the impacted and surrounding area. Ten homes were placed on evacuation notice. Occupants that remain in the hazard area were issued additional evacuation recommendations on December 12, 2025.
Three structures, including two homes, have been damaged in the landslide. Community members are encouraged to use extreme caution in and around the Siletz River to avoid risk of injury from debris and dangers associated with the heightened river level.
There have been reports of debris washing up on the shores of the river, the Siletz Bay, and ocean beaches. Community members are encouraged to avoid climbing on or moving the debris. Any discovery of items with personal identification should be reported to local law enforcement.
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has reported it is unknown how long the Highway 229 closure will last and that geotechnical crews need time to assess the slope and determine next steps before a timeline can be established.
Please be aware that there is no nearby detour available. Travelers should avoid the area and plan alternate routes. We'll continue to monitor conditions and will share updates as more information becomes available. Travelers are encouraged to check TripCheck.com for the latest road conditions before heading out.
Additional Information on the Landslide or to Inform Your Safety and Travel Plans:
- Weather: www.weather.org
- Road closures: tripcheck.com
- Lincoln County Emergency Alerts: sign up to receive messages directly - member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/notif
- Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT): www.oregon.gov/odot/pages/news-releases.aspx
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