Work on WA's Vantage Bridge paused for the season

VANTAGE, Wash. - Work on I-90 along central Washington's Vantage Bridge has paused for the season, after months of lane closures and construction work.

Since last spring, crews have been working to repair the aging bridge deck, and the project has been ongoing since 2024. During that time, the speed limit was reduced, lanes were closed, and space was limited while trailers, equipment and trucks were parked on the bridge.

Contractors wrapped up work for the season on Friday, ahead of the typical freezing central Washington weather expected this winter.

What's next:

All lanes of the bridge are now back open, and the nine-foot width restrictions have been removed. Traffic officials note the 55 mph speed limit remains in effect, as well as some rough transitions between the old and new sections of the bridge deck.

Work is scheduled to resume next spring.

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