Sperry Avenue Ramps at I-5 Closed Near Patterson

Drivers advised to use alternate routes due to law enforcement incident

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:54pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken traffic signal light, its shattered glass and twisted metal reflecting a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the disruption caused by the closure of a key interstate exit.The sudden closure of a crucial interstate exit ramp exposes the fragility of the region's transportation infrastructure.Patterson Today

The on- and off-ramps at Sperry Avenue along Interstate 5 near Patterson, California have been closed by authorities following a shooting involving federal immigration agents earlier on Tuesday. The closures are expected to cause significant delays for drivers throughout the day, with the CHP and Caltrans assisting with traffic control in the area.

Why it matters

The closure of the Sperry Avenue ramps, which provide the main access point to Patterson from I-5, will disrupt traffic flow and force drivers to use alternate routes, potentially causing backups and delays in the region.

The details

According to the CHP, the ramp closures stem from a shooting incident involving federal immigration agents earlier on Tuesday. While the CHP was not aware of any lane closures on I-5 itself, the Sperry Avenue on- and off-ramps have been shut down, affecting access to Patterson's main exit. Motorists traveling north or south on I-5 are advised to use the Howard Road or Fink Road exits to bypass the closure.

  • The ramp closures began on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
  • The closures are expected to remain in effect throughout the day on Tuesday.

The players

California Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency assisting with traffic control in the area of the ramp closures.

Caltrans

The state transportation agency also helping to manage the traffic situation around the closed Sperry Avenue ramps.

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What’s next

Authorities have not provided a specific timeline for when the Sperry Avenue ramps at I-5 will reopen, but they are advising drivers to use alternate routes until the situation is resolved.

The takeaway

The closure of a key interstate exit in Patterson due to a law enforcement incident highlights the potential for major traffic disruptions in the region, underscoring the importance of having reliable alternate routes available for drivers.