Attention travelers! Between late September and mid-October 2024, major construction will be in progress over I-5 in Fife as WSDOT continues building the new SR 167 Expressway. Here’s everything you need to know to navigate the changes smoothly:
What’s happening?
Construction crews will be setting girders for a new four-lane bridge with turn lanes over I-5 and demolishing the old 70th Avenue East bridge. The new bridge will feature a diverging diamond interchange to better connect I-5 with the future SR 167 Expressway extension.
To accommodate the construction work, I-5 will be closed in both directions overnight on Fridays and Saturdays during the following weekends:
- September 27-28
- October 4-5
- October 11-12
- October 18-19
Closure timing:
- Friday and Saturday nights lanes begin closing at 7 p.m.
- All northbound lanes will close by 10:30 p.m.; southbound by 11 p.m.
- Lanes will reopen on Saturday by 11 a.m. and on Sunday by noon.
Nighttime closures are designed to minimize travel interruptions and reduce disruptions for daily commuters and local traffic. Your patience is appreciated as WSDOT works to enhance connectivity and improve travel efficiency in the region.
Plan your route:
Please plan your routes accordingly to avoid delays and stay informed of the latest updates. Check out the local and regional detour maps to help you plan ahead: bit.ly/FifeI5Closure
More information:
For more details and updates, visit the project website, closure resource folder, WSDOT travel map and follow WSDOT’s social media channels. To contact a member of the project team directly, please email sr167completionproject@wsdot.wa.gov or call 253-220-5009.
Stay safe and travel smart!
