WSDOT Southwest
@southwest.wsdot.wa.gov
Official WSDOT account for:
Clark, Cowlitz, Klickitat, Lewis, Pacific, Skamania & Wahkiakum counties.
Monitored 8am-4pm Mon-Fri. Call 911 to report road hazards.
Clark, Cowlitz, Klickitat, Lewis, Pacific, Skamania & Wahkiakum counties.
Monitored 8am-4pm Mon-Fri. Call 911 to report road hazards.
THURSDAY (12/11) UPDATE🗣️
US 12 at milepost 115 remains closed due to flooding, as does SR 131, east of Morton in Lewis County. A detour is available around the closure. Use caution and expect delays while traveling near the area.
These are the only remaining closures in SW WA.
US 12 at milepost 115 remains closed due to flooding, as does SR 131, east of Morton in Lewis County. A detour is available around the closure. Use caution and expect delays while traveling near the area.
These are the only remaining closures in SW WA.
December 12, 2025 at 12:36 AM
THURSDAY (12/11) UPDATE🗣️
US 12 at milepost 115 remains closed due to flooding, as does SR 131, east of Morton in Lewis County. A detour is available around the closure. Use caution and expect delays while traveling near the area.
These are the only remaining closures in SW WA.
US 12 at milepost 115 remains closed due to flooding, as does SR 131, east of Morton in Lewis County. A detour is available around the closure. Use caution and expect delays while traveling near the area.
These are the only remaining closures in SW WA.
🚧US 12 / SR 131 UPDATE (Lewis Co.)
🟢US 12 MP 109 and MP 124 are now OPEN.
🔴US 12 MP 115 is CLOSED (with detours).
🔴SR 131 at MP 2 is CLOSED.
These are the only remaining closures in the region, and we’ll keep sharing updates as conditions change: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil...
🟢US 12 MP 109 and MP 124 are now OPEN.
🔴US 12 MP 115 is CLOSED (with detours).
🔴SR 131 at MP 2 is CLOSED.
These are the only remaining closures in the region, and we’ll keep sharing updates as conditions change: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil...
December 10, 2025 at 11:25 PM
🚧US 12 / SR 131 UPDATE (Lewis Co.)
🟢US 12 MP 109 and MP 124 are now OPEN.
🔴US 12 MP 115 is CLOSED (with detours).
🔴SR 131 at MP 2 is CLOSED.
These are the only remaining closures in the region, and we’ll keep sharing updates as conditions change: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil...
🟢US 12 MP 109 and MP 124 are now OPEN.
🔴US 12 MP 115 is CLOSED (with detours).
🔴SR 131 at MP 2 is CLOSED.
These are the only remaining closures in the region, and we’ll keep sharing updates as conditions change: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil...
🚧US 12 UPDATE
🔴MP 109 east of Morton (Lewis Co.) is CLOSED with no detours.
🟡WB MP 124 is closed; traffic is alternating through the EB lane.
🔴MP 115 is CLOSED with detours available. Expect delays.
No ETA for reopening. Use caution if traveling through Lewis County.
🔴MP 109 east of Morton (Lewis Co.) is CLOSED with no detours.
🟡WB MP 124 is closed; traffic is alternating through the EB lane.
🔴MP 115 is CLOSED with detours available. Expect delays.
No ETA for reopening. Use caution if traveling through Lewis County.
December 10, 2025 at 10:26 PM
🚧US 12 UPDATE
🔴MP 109 east of Morton (Lewis Co.) is CLOSED with no detours.
🟡WB MP 124 is closed; traffic is alternating through the EB lane.
🔴MP 115 is CLOSED with detours available. Expect delays.
No ETA for reopening. Use caution if traveling through Lewis County.
🔴MP 109 east of Morton (Lewis Co.) is CLOSED with no detours.
🟡WB MP 124 is closed; traffic is alternating through the EB lane.
🔴MP 115 is CLOSED with detours available. Expect delays.
No ETA for reopening. Use caution if traveling through Lewis County.
🚧US 12 UPDATE
Here’s a look at the closure at MP 124 near Bennet Rd in Morton/Lewis Co. Lots of water over the roadway, so please avoid the area.
Big thanks to our crews working on clearing debris and monitoring conditions. Let’s hope the rain stays away!
Here’s a look at the closure at MP 124 near Bennet Rd in Morton/Lewis Co. Lots of water over the roadway, so please avoid the area.
Big thanks to our crews working on clearing debris and monitoring conditions. Let’s hope the rain stays away!
December 10, 2025 at 7:38 PM
🚧US 12 UPDATE
Here’s a look at the closure at MP 124 near Bennet Rd in Morton/Lewis Co. Lots of water over the roadway, so please avoid the area.
Big thanks to our crews working on clearing debris and monitoring conditions. Let’s hope the rain stays away!
Here’s a look at the closure at MP 124 near Bennet Rd in Morton/Lewis Co. Lots of water over the roadway, so please avoid the area.
Big thanks to our crews working on clearing debris and monitoring conditions. Let’s hope the rain stays away!
🚧HEADS UP US 12 TRAVELERS
US 12 in Morton (Lewis Co.) remains CLOSED at MP 109 near Stiltner Creek due to water and debris over the roadway, and a new closure is in place at MP 124 near Bennet Rd.
Crews are working to clear debris and monitor water levels. Avoid the area.
US 12 in Morton (Lewis Co.) remains CLOSED at MP 109 near Stiltner Creek due to water and debris over the roadway, and a new closure is in place at MP 124 near Bennet Rd.
Crews are working to clear debris and monitor water levels. Avoid the area.
December 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
🚧HEADS UP US 12 TRAVELERS
US 12 in Morton (Lewis Co.) remains CLOSED at MP 109 near Stiltner Creek due to water and debris over the roadway, and a new closure is in place at MP 124 near Bennet Rd.
Crews are working to clear debris and monitor water levels. Avoid the area.
US 12 in Morton (Lewis Co.) remains CLOSED at MP 109 near Stiltner Creek due to water and debris over the roadway, and a new closure is in place at MP 124 near Bennet Rd.
Crews are working to clear debris and monitor water levels. Avoid the area.
Attention I-5 Travelers near Lewis County
I-5 NB off ramp to Exit 77 near Main Street in Lewis County is closed due to water over the roadway.
Please avoid the area, use an alternate exit, and expect delays.
I-5 NB off ramp to Exit 77 near Main Street in Lewis County is closed due to water over the roadway.
Please avoid the area, use an alternate exit, and expect delays.
December 9, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Attention I-5 Travelers near Lewis County
I-5 NB off ramp to Exit 77 near Main Street in Lewis County is closed due to water over the roadway.
Please avoid the area, use an alternate exit, and expect delays.
I-5 NB off ramp to Exit 77 near Main Street in Lewis County is closed due to water over the roadway.
Please avoid the area, use an alternate exit, and expect delays.
In Klickitat Co., strong winds ripped siding off a salt shed at US 97 near Satus Pass.
Crews will assess the structure and make repairs. No road closures in the area, but please use caution if you’re traveling through.
Crews will assess the structure and make repairs. No road closures in the area, but please use caution if you’re traveling through.
December 9, 2025 at 7:53 PM
In Klickitat Co., strong winds ripped siding off a salt shed at US 97 near Satus Pass.
Crews will assess the structure and make repairs. No road closures in the area, but please use caution if you’re traveling through.
Crews will assess the structure and make repairs. No road closures in the area, but please use caution if you’re traveling through.
UPDATE: SR 4 at MP 5–6 is now OPEN.
SR 4 near MP 17 (Pacific Co.) remains CLOSED with approx. 2 feet of water over the roadway. Please avoid the area and remember: never drive through standing water.
SR 4 near MP 17 (Pacific Co.) remains CLOSED with approx. 2 feet of water over the roadway. Please avoid the area and remember: never drive through standing water.
December 9, 2025 at 7:47 PM
UPDATE: SR 4 at MP 5–6 is now OPEN.
SR 4 near MP 17 (Pacific Co.) remains CLOSED with approx. 2 feet of water over the roadway. Please avoid the area and remember: never drive through standing water.
SR 4 near MP 17 (Pacific Co.) remains CLOSED with approx. 2 feet of water over the roadway. Please avoid the area and remember: never drive through standing water.
I-5 between Exits 72 and Rush Road is closed in both directions near Napavine (Lewis Co.) due to water over the roadway.
Avoid the area and plan to use a different exit.
Avoid the area and plan to use a different exit.
December 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
I-5 between Exits 72 and Rush Road is closed in both directions near Napavine (Lewis Co.) due to water over the roadway.
Avoid the area and plan to use a different exit.
Avoid the area and plan to use a different exit.
SR 503 near MP 36 & 38 in Ariel (Cowlitz Co.):
Flooding and multiple landslides covering sections of the roadway. Use caution if travelling through the area. Crews are working to clear debris.
Flooding and multiple landslides covering sections of the roadway. Use caution if travelling through the area. Crews are working to clear debris.
December 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
SR 503 near MP 36 & 38 in Ariel (Cowlitz Co.):
Flooding and multiple landslides covering sections of the roadway. Use caution if travelling through the area. Crews are working to clear debris.
Flooding and multiple landslides covering sections of the roadway. Use caution if travelling through the area. Crews are working to clear debris.
SR 131 in Morton (Lewis Co.):
CLOSED from MP 0.01–1 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
CLOSED from MP 0.01–1 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
December 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
SR 131 in Morton (Lewis Co.):
CLOSED from MP 0.01–1 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
CLOSED from MP 0.01–1 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
US 12 in Morton (Lewis Co.):
CLOSED at MP 109 & 115 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
CLOSED at MP 109 & 115 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
December 9, 2025 at 7:25 PM
US 12 in Morton (Lewis Co.):
CLOSED at MP 109 & 115 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
CLOSED at MP 109 & 115 due to water over the roadway. Please avoid the area.
Heavy rain is forecasted today through Wed. and may cause flooding & landslides.
If you must travel, slow down, stay alert, add extra time & if you encounter standing water: turn around, don’t drown!
Be safe, plan ahead & stay informed w/ the WSDOT mobile app: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil... #wawx
If you must travel, slow down, stay alert, add extra time & if you encounter standing water: turn around, don’t drown!
Be safe, plan ahead & stay informed w/ the WSDOT mobile app: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil... #wawx
December 8, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Heavy rain is forecasted today through Wed. and may cause flooding & landslides.
If you must travel, slow down, stay alert, add extra time & if you encounter standing water: turn around, don’t drown!
Be safe, plan ahead & stay informed w/ the WSDOT mobile app: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil... #wawx
If you must travel, slow down, stay alert, add extra time & if you encounter standing water: turn around, don’t drown!
Be safe, plan ahead & stay informed w/ the WSDOT mobile app: wsdot.wa.gov/travel/mobil... #wawx
All lanes on SB I-5 near SR 502 are now OPEN.
Big thanks to our Incident Response Team for helping move the vehicles involved in the collision to the shoulder. Expect delays as traffic gets moving again.
Roads are slick this morning, so please slow down and stay focused.
Big thanks to our Incident Response Team for helping move the vehicles involved in the collision to the shoulder. Expect delays as traffic gets moving again.
Roads are slick this morning, so please slow down and stay focused.
December 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM
All lanes on SB I-5 near SR 502 are now OPEN.
Big thanks to our Incident Response Team for helping move the vehicles involved in the collision to the shoulder. Expect delays as traffic gets moving again.
Roads are slick this morning, so please slow down and stay focused.
Big thanks to our Incident Response Team for helping move the vehicles involved in the collision to the shoulder. Expect delays as traffic gets moving again.
Roads are slick this morning, so please slow down and stay focused.
🚨HEADS UP SB I-5 TRAVELERS🚨
SB I-5 at MP 11.8 near SR 502 in Clark Co. is fully blocked due to a collision. The exit ramp from SR 502 to SB I-5 is also closed.
There’s no ETA for reopening. Backups are under a mile at this time. Avoid the area and use a different route.
SB I-5 at MP 11.8 near SR 502 in Clark Co. is fully blocked due to a collision. The exit ramp from SR 502 to SB I-5 is also closed.
There’s no ETA for reopening. Backups are under a mile at this time. Avoid the area and use a different route.
December 6, 2025 at 2:05 PM
🚨HEADS UP SB I-5 TRAVELERS🚨
SB I-5 at MP 11.8 near SR 502 in Clark Co. is fully blocked due to a collision. The exit ramp from SR 502 to SB I-5 is also closed.
There’s no ETA for reopening. Backups are under a mile at this time. Avoid the area and use a different route.
SB I-5 at MP 11.8 near SR 502 in Clark Co. is fully blocked due to a collision. The exit ramp from SR 502 to SB I-5 is also closed.
There’s no ETA for reopening. Backups are under a mile at this time. Avoid the area and use a different route.
🚨HEADS UP SR 505 TRAVELERS🚨
SR 505 at NE Front St (MP 0) near Winlock in Lewis Co. is CLOSED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route. This will likely be an extended closure.
SR 505 at NE Front St (MP 0) near Winlock in Lewis Co. is CLOSED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route. This will likely be an extended closure.
December 6, 2025 at 7:03 AM
🚨HEADS UP SR 505 TRAVELERS🚨
SR 505 at NE Front St (MP 0) near Winlock in Lewis Co. is CLOSED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route. This will likely be an extended closure.
SR 505 at NE Front St (MP 0) near Winlock in Lewis Co. is CLOSED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route. This will likely be an extended closure.
🚨 HEADS UP SR 6 Travelers in Lewis Co.
SR 6 at MP 50 near Donahoe Rd (Chehalis) is FULLY BLOCKED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route if you can. Law enforcement is on scene, and this will likely be an extended closure.
SR 6 at MP 50 near Donahoe Rd (Chehalis) is FULLY BLOCKED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route if you can. Law enforcement is on scene, and this will likely be an extended closure.
December 4, 2025 at 4:19 PM
🚨 HEADS UP SR 6 Travelers in Lewis Co.
SR 6 at MP 50 near Donahoe Rd (Chehalis) is FULLY BLOCKED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route if you can. Law enforcement is on scene, and this will likely be an extended closure.
SR 6 at MP 50 near Donahoe Rd (Chehalis) is FULLY BLOCKED due to a collision. Avoid the area and use a different route if you can. Law enforcement is on scene, and this will likely be an extended closure.
🚨Heads up NB I-5 travelers🚨
A collision at MP 88 near Grand Mound is blocking a lane. Traffic is moving slowly through the left two lanes, and backups are stretching a few miles near the Lewis Co. line. Expect delays.
A collision at MP 88 near Grand Mound is blocking a lane. Traffic is moving slowly through the left two lanes, and backups are stretching a few miles near the Lewis Co. line. Expect delays.
December 3, 2025 at 3:29 PM
🚨Heads up NB I-5 travelers🚨
A collision at MP 88 near Grand Mound is blocking a lane. Traffic is moving slowly through the left two lanes, and backups are stretching a few miles near the Lewis Co. line. Expect delays.
A collision at MP 88 near Grand Mound is blocking a lane. Traffic is moving slowly through the left two lanes, and backups are stretching a few miles near the Lewis Co. line. Expect delays.
Shoutout to our maintenance crews who spent their post-Thanksgiving days clearing debris from a recent rockslide on NB I-5 north of Woodland🪨
About 30 yards of material and several trees were removed to keep drivers safe. Huge thanks to crews for getting it done—rain or shine.
About 30 yards of material and several trees were removed to keep drivers safe. Huge thanks to crews for getting it done—rain or shine.
December 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Shoutout to our maintenance crews who spent their post-Thanksgiving days clearing debris from a recent rockslide on NB I-5 north of Woodland🪨
About 30 yards of material and several trees were removed to keep drivers safe. Huge thanks to crews for getting it done—rain or shine.
About 30 yards of material and several trees were removed to keep drivers safe. Huge thanks to crews for getting it done—rain or shine.
US 12 WB Travelers 🚨
Both lanes blocked on US 12 WB MP 68 near Mary's Corner due to collision.
Please use alternative routes and avoid the area if possible. Traffic is being detoured to Avery Road, follow Avery Road to Jackson and out to US 12.
Both lanes blocked on US 12 WB MP 68 near Mary's Corner due to collision.
Please use alternative routes and avoid the area if possible. Traffic is being detoured to Avery Road, follow Avery Road to Jackson and out to US 12.
November 28, 2025 at 2:13 AM
US 12 WB Travelers 🚨
Both lanes blocked on US 12 WB MP 68 near Mary's Corner due to collision.
Please use alternative routes and avoid the area if possible. Traffic is being detoured to Avery Road, follow Avery Road to Jackson and out to US 12.
Both lanes blocked on US 12 WB MP 68 near Mary's Corner due to collision.
Please use alternative routes and avoid the area if possible. Traffic is being detoured to Avery Road, follow Avery Road to Jackson and out to US 12.
🚨 TRAVEL ALERT – SR 504 both directions in Cowlitz Co.
Both directions of SR 504 are fully blocked at MP 8.5 near George Taylor Road due to a collision.
Expect delays and use a different route if possible.
Both directions of SR 504 are fully blocked at MP 8.5 near George Taylor Road due to a collision.
Expect delays and use a different route if possible.
November 20, 2025 at 3:34 PM
🚨 TRAVEL ALERT – SR 504 both directions in Cowlitz Co.
Both directions of SR 504 are fully blocked at MP 8.5 near George Taylor Road due to a collision.
Expect delays and use a different route if possible.
Both directions of SR 504 are fully blocked at MP 8.5 near George Taylor Road due to a collision.
Expect delays and use a different route if possible.
Hello, SW WA!👋
In honor of National Carbonated Beverage With Caffeine Day (yes… that’s a thing), why not swap your afternoon coffee for something with a little more sparkle? ✨
And remember to keep your driving the opposite: calm, cool and flat-out safe (a subtle pun today).
In honor of National Carbonated Beverage With Caffeine Day (yes… that’s a thing), why not swap your afternoon coffee for something with a little more sparkle? ✨
And remember to keep your driving the opposite: calm, cool and flat-out safe (a subtle pun today).
November 19, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Hello, SW WA!👋
In honor of National Carbonated Beverage With Caffeine Day (yes… that’s a thing), why not swap your afternoon coffee for something with a little more sparkle? ✨
And remember to keep your driving the opposite: calm, cool and flat-out safe (a subtle pun today).
In honor of National Carbonated Beverage With Caffeine Day (yes… that’s a thing), why not swap your afternoon coffee for something with a little more sparkle? ✨
And remember to keep your driving the opposite: calm, cool and flat-out safe (a subtle pun today).
UPDATE: both directions of SR 433 Lewis & Clark Bridge are BLOCKED due to a collision near MP 0.0 at Oregon Way/SR 432. Traffic is backed up—avoid the area if possible & expect long delays!
November 19, 2025 at 12:09 AM
UPDATE: both directions of SR 433 Lewis & Clark Bridge are BLOCKED due to a collision near MP 0.0 at Oregon Way/SR 432. Traffic is backed up—avoid the area if possible & expect long delays!
Early this morning, we had an un-a-peel-ing situation when a semi hauling apples overturned on SB on US 97, at MP 5 just north of Maryhill Loop.
Crews are working to unload the cargo before tow recovery can happen. Don’t be a bad apple—slow down, follow flaggers & expect delays.
Crews are working to unload the cargo before tow recovery can happen. Don’t be a bad apple—slow down, follow flaggers & expect delays.
November 18, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Early this morning, we had an un-a-peel-ing situation when a semi hauling apples overturned on SB on US 97, at MP 5 just north of Maryhill Loop.
Crews are working to unload the cargo before tow recovery can happen. Don’t be a bad apple—slow down, follow flaggers & expect delays.
Crews are working to unload the cargo before tow recovery can happen. Don’t be a bad apple—slow down, follow flaggers & expect delays.
Good morning, Southwesters!☀️
It’s Apple Cider Day, and with a little fog drifting around, a warm cup of cider sounds pretty perfect. 🍎☕
As fog rolls in, remember to turn on your headlights, leave plenty of space and take it slow. Don’t let the fog cloud your judgment☁️
It’s Apple Cider Day, and with a little fog drifting around, a warm cup of cider sounds pretty perfect. 🍎☕
As fog rolls in, remember to turn on your headlights, leave plenty of space and take it slow. Don’t let the fog cloud your judgment☁️
November 18, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Good morning, Southwesters!☀️
It’s Apple Cider Day, and with a little fog drifting around, a warm cup of cider sounds pretty perfect. 🍎☕
As fog rolls in, remember to turn on your headlights, leave plenty of space and take it slow. Don’t let the fog cloud your judgment☁️
It’s Apple Cider Day, and with a little fog drifting around, a warm cup of cider sounds pretty perfect. 🍎☕
As fog rolls in, remember to turn on your headlights, leave plenty of space and take it slow. Don’t let the fog cloud your judgment☁️