Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Program

Bistate project to replace the aging I-5 bridge between Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington

Transportation and Infrastructure

I‑5 Bridge Replacement Program Moves Closer to Federal Approval After Key Environmental Milestone

The I‑5 Bridge Replacement Program has completed its Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement, moving the project closer to final federal approval by summer.

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Feb 4, 2026

Transportation and Infrastructure

Federal Package Sends $100 Million Toward Light Rail for I-5 Bridge Replacement

The federal government has earmarked $100 million for light rail construction as part of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project connecting Portland and Vancouver, reigniting debate across Southwest Washington over cost and scope.

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Feb 3, 2026

State Government

IBR leaders face scrutiny over cost transparency as estimates surge and tolling debate looms

Newly reported documents suggest the Interstate Bridge Replacement program’s real cost range may be far higher than the long-cited $5–$7.5B estimate, intensifying scrutiny over transparency and raising fresh stakes for tolling and regional transportation budgets that can ripple into Cowlitz County.

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Jan 23, 2026

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Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Program

I‑5 Bridge Replacement Program Moves Closer to Federal Approval After Key Environmental Milestone

Federal Package Sends $100 Million Toward Light Rail for I-5 Bridge Replacement

IBR leaders face scrutiny over cost transparency as estimates surge and tolling debate looms

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