Dead limbs can be seen in one of several maple trees scheduled for trimming this winter.

DAYVILLE – Oregon Department of Transportation officials are working with State Forester Andrew Smogor on plans to remove hazard trees along Highway 26 in Dayville.

The work, which should take about eight days, will be done sometime between Dec. 1 and March 15. During the project, drivers can expect single-lane travel with flaggers and up to 20-minute delays at times.

The project aims to reduce hazards from limbs or unhealthy trees that may fall into the roadway.

“Some of the trees along the highway in Dayville are in poor condition and create a hazard for motorists and pedestrians, especially in high winds and during the winter season,” said Tom Davis, ODOT operations coordinator. “In the past few months we have had some branches break off and land in the road.”

Five maple trees at the south end of town, near milepost 131, have large limbs and branches that are dead. Workers will prune back branches as needed, and could cut back or remove the tree if it is found to have rot.

ODOT also will remove two elm trees on the west end of town, and several cottonwood and elm trees near the bridge at the east end.

“We understand that community members may be concerned about trimming or removal of trees along the highway, and will work closely with the state forester and contractor to minimize the impacts of this project,” Davis said.

More information on the project and schedule will be available after the tree trimming contract has been awarded.