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Revive I-5: Six weekend-long southbound lane reductions start October 10

Earlier this summer, WSDOT completed preservation work on the northbound portion of the Ship Canal Bridge on I-5. Southbound preservation work begins in October.  

Southbound I-5 across the Ship Canal Bridge will be reduced to two lanes Friday nights as early as 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Monday mornings the weekends of: 

  • Oct. 10-13 
  • Oct. 17-20 
  • Oct. 31-Nov. 3 
  • Nov. 21-24 
  • Dec. 5-8 
  • Jan 9-12, 2026 

During southbound lane reductions, the express lanes will operate southbound-only 24 hours a day for the duration of work. Plan ahead to avoid delays and stay informed. Learn more about the major I-5 lane closures starting October 10.  

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