I-5 Closure Resources

Aerial image of I-5 Rose Quarter project area.

I-5 Southbound closure: Plan ahead  

Beginning September 11, the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) will close all southbound lanes of I-5 near Portland’s Rose Quarter for up to five weeks. The 24/7 closure applies to the section between I-405 and I-84 as part of ODOT’s Rose Quarter Improvement Project. 

ODOT predicts travel times could be two to three times longer than usual. Heavy congestion is expected to back up across the Interstate Bridge into Washington, impacting local drivers, transit riders, and businesses relying on the corridor. 

 

How to Plan Ahead 

  • Adjust your travel time: Shift commutes to off-peak hours when possible. 
  • Explore transit or carpooling: Consider C-TRAN or shared rides to reduce single-occupancy trips. 
  • Work remotely: Work from home or an alternate location if you can. 
  • Identify alternate routes: plan different ways to get where you need to go. 
  • Stay informed: Sign up for ODOT project alerts and check real-time traffic maps before heading out. 

Commuter tools and resources:

While regional agencies work to manage traffic flow, drivers can take steps now to minimize delays. Visit ODOT’s closure resources page for a full list of tools and options during the closure.