Expect delays on I-5 north of Grants Pass for road and utility work

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Expect delays this week on Interstate 5 north of Grants Pass for road and utility work

Watch for pilot cars guiding traffic through the work zone.

ODOT pilot cars lead a semi-truck through the work zone.

ODOT pilot cars guide traffic on Interstate 5 at Sexton Summit during a rolling slowdown in June.

September 28, 2026

GRANTS PASS – Travelers can expect delays of up to 20 minutes on Interstate 5 north of Grants Pass this week. On Tuesday and Thursday, crews will apply new striping to the pavement. On Wednesday, utility crews will repair powerlines over the highway.

Tuesday, Sept. 29

Between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., watch for rolling slowdowns in the northbound lanes between Exit 66 (Hugo) and Exit 80 (Glendale).

Wednesday, Sept. 30

Between 8 a.m. and noon, watch for rolling slowdowns in the northbound and southbound lanes between Exit 66 (Hugo) and Exit 80 (Glendale).

Thursday, Oct. 1

Between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., watch for rolling slowdowns in the southbound lanes between Exit 80 (Glendale) and Exit 66 (Hugo).

During a rolling slowdown, traffic control vehicles hold traffic to a slow but steady pace. This gives crews a window of time to work safely while keeping traffic moving, avoiding lengthy road closures. Emergency vehicles will be allowed to pass through, as needed.

Expect congestion. Watch for pilot cars and drive carefully through the work zone. Traffic may be held for up to 20 minutes at exit ramps.

To avoid delays, use an alternate route or travel outside work hours. Check TripCheck.com for the latest information.

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Utility employee holding line over interstate

Utility workers replace lines over Interstate 5 in June. Rolling slowdowns hold traffic to provide a short window of time for crews to work safely.

trip check

For more information on this project, contact Julie Denney, 503-949-2366.

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Major ​closure of all southbound lanes of I-5 in Portland between I-84 and I-405 starting Sept. 11. Visit the project website for details.​​​