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Safely connecting communities today while investing in people for a better tomorrow

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Peak hour travel times double on I-5 southbound due to closure

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9/22/2026 - Data from the start of the closure of southbound Interstate 5 through the Rose Quarter shows some trips took twice as long as usual during peak hours prompting drivers to find new ways to deal with this temporary normal.  

First week of the I-5 shutdown: Here’s how it’s going

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9/18/2026 - Learn about traffic observations, construction progress, and commonly asked questions in the first week of the I-5 southbound closure. 

I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project PMG Meeting

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9/2/2026 - On Friday, Sept. 4, the Project Management Group (PMG) will meet from
9–10 a.m. The meeting will be virtual on Zoom.

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Call us at 503-470-3127 or email us at i5rosequarter@odot.oregon.gov with any questions or comments. We make every effort to respond to inquiries within five business days.

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