Starting Tuesday, WSDOT maintenance crews will close a single lane of southbound I-5 near Dike Access Road to repair a damaged cable barrier
WOODLAND – Travelers who use Interstate 5 in Cowlitz County should expect daytime delays.
Starting Tuesday, April 1, Washington State Department of transportation maintenance crews will close a single lane of southbound I-5 near Dike Access Road to repair a damaged cable barrier. This type of barrier is made of steel cables and posts and helps stop cars from crossing into oncoming traffic. Crews will also clear the nearby drainage system and cleanup trash and debris.
What to expect
- Tuesday, April 1: The left lane of southbound I-5 near Dike Access Road between mileposts 18.7 – 18.0, will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 2: The left lane of southbound I-5 near Dike Access Road, between mileposts 21.5 – 20.0, will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Thursday, April 3: The left lane of northbound I-5 between mileposts 21.5 – 20.5 will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Travelers should slow down as they approach the work zone, have patience, and expect delays.
Know before you go
People can receive real-time travel information via the WSDOT mobile app, or by visiting our real-time travel map.
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