DuPont: Nighttime southbound I-5 travelers encouraged to add more time Monday, March 24

DUPONT – People using southbound Interstate 5 can expect congestion near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Monday evening, March 24.

What to expect
Southbound I-5 reduced to one lane:

• Lane reductions begin at 8 p.m. approaching Steilacoom-DuPont Road (Exit 119).
• A rolling slowdown begins at 11 p.m. for additional lane reductions approaching Steilacoom-DuPont Road.
• All lanes reopen at 5 a.m. Tuesday, March 25.

Additionally, crews will close the following ramps during the same timeframe:

• The I-5 off-ramp to Steilacoom-DuPont Road.
• The 41st Division Drive off-ramp to southbound I-5.
• A signed detour will direct travelers to the next nearest off-ramp.

This work is weather dependent and may be rescheduled.

The closures allow crews to continue expanding the work zone for a new overpass. On Tuesday morning, March 25, travelers will notice southbound lanes shifted closer to the median between Pendleton Avenue and Steilacoom-DuPont Road.

The work is related to a project to expand HOV lanes on I-5 and improve traffic flow between JBLM and DuPont.

Additional information is available on the online open house.

Travelers can get the latest information on this project by signing up for email updates.

Whenever near work zones please:

• Slow down – drive the posted speeds, they’re there for everyone’s safety.
• Be kind – workers are out there helping to keep everyone safe and improve the roadways.
• Pay attention – both to workers directing traffic and to fellow travelers.
• Stay calm – expect delays, leave early or take alternate routes if possible.