🎧 I-5 guardrail repairs to cause Clark County delays April 16
WSDOT maintenance crew will close the left lane of southbound I-5 to repair sections of damaged guardrail just south of Ridgefield
CLARK COUNTY – Travelers who use Interstate 5 in Clark County should plan for delays.
On Thursday, April 16, the Washington State Department of Transportation maintenance crew will close the left lane of southbound I-5 to repair sections of damaged guardrail just south of Ridgefield.
Guardrails help improve safety by keeping vehicles from going off the road or crossing into oncoming traffic during a crash.
What to expect Thursday, April 16:
- The left lane of southbound I-5 will close between Exit 11 for Battle Ground/State Route 502 and Northeast 179th Street (mileposts 11.3 and 10.2) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
During the lane closure, travelers should slow down, stay alert and follow directional signs.
Know before you go Get real-time travel information via the WSDOT mobile app, the real-time travel map, or by signing up for email updates and alerts.
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