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Two lanes on the Ship Canal Bridge in Seattle to close for emergency pothole repairs

Nov 5, 2026, 5:51 PM

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A wide view of the Ship Canal Bridge in Seattle. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Department of Transportation via KIRO 7)

(Photo courtesy of the Seattle Department of Transportation via KIRO 7)

A heads-up for drivers in the Seattle area.

Two southbound I-5 lanes on the Ship Canal Bridge will close Thursday at 9 p.m. for maintenance.

According to the Washington State Department of Transportation, crews need to tackle some emergency pothole repairs.

Lanes will reopen Friday by 2 a.m.

Drivers may encounter slower traffic approaching and through the work zone.



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