Project overview
The purpose of this project is to remove and replace the northbound span of the I-5 East Fork Lewis River located at milepost 18.21, approximately 3 miles south of Woodland near the Clark and Cowlitz County lines. The existing bridge also crosses over the Paradise Point State Park day use area and Northwest Toenjes Road.
Timeline
2020 - 2028
Project status
Pre-construction
Funding
$100 Million
What to expect
Information on road closures and other impacts to travelers will be provided when the construction phase begins.
Built in 1936, the existing steel truss bridge currently carries over 38,000 vehicles a day; nearly 18% being large commercial freight vehicles. Maintaining this vital north-south interstate connection helps to keep people, freight and goods moving throughout Washington State.