Moses Lake, Washington – The I-90 Hansen Road overpass remains closed in Moses Lake after inspections found significant structural deterioration, disrupting traffic since mid-January.
According to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), the overpass has been closed since Friday, Jan. 17, after engineers identified serious damage to the bridge deck and pier caps during a safety inspection. Officials said there is currently no estimated reopening date, as repair plans are still being finalized.
WSDOT confirmed that while the Hansen Road overpass remains closed, the I-90 Hiawatha Valley Road overpass will undergo repair work beginning Monday, Feb. 9. Crews will focus on fixing deteriorated sections of the bridge deck, with repairs expected to be temporary while long-term monitoring continues.
During the Hiawatha Valley Road repairs, traffic will be flagger-controlled, and drivers should expect delays between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekdays, according to WSDOT. Detours remain in place for the Hansen Road closure, and motorists are urged to plan extra travel time.
Photos released by Grant County officials show visible cracking, exposed materials, and corrosion beneath the Hansen Road overpass, highlighting the severity of the deterioration that prompted the closure.
WSDOT emphasized that the closure is a preventive safety measure, and crews will continue to closely monitor conditions on nearby structures along the I-90 corridor in Grant County.
The closure affects daily commuters, freight traffic, and students traveling through the Moses Lake area, particularly during peak morning and afternoon hours.
More information and future updates on the project are available through WSDOT’s public project page.
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