I-205 Northbound Closed After Crash in Vancouver

All lanes blocked near Fourth Plain Blvd due to incident on Monday evening

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:54am

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All northbound lanes of Interstate 205 in Vancouver, Washington have been closed due to a crash that occurred around 8:21 PM on Monday night. The Washington State Department of Transportation reported the closure near Northeast Fourth Plain Boulevard, but has not provided any additional details about the incident or when the highway is expected to reopen.

Why it matters

I-205 is a major north-south highway that connects Portland, Oregon to Vancouver, Washington, and the closure is likely to cause significant traffic delays and disruptions for commuters and travelers in the region. Crashes on this stretch of highway are not uncommon, but extended lane closures can have widespread impacts.

The details

The Washington State Department of Transportation announced the full closure of northbound I-205 near the Fourth Plain Boulevard exit in Vancouver around 8:21 PM on Monday evening. No other information has been provided about the nature of the crash or any potential injuries. Crews are on the scene working to clear the incident, but there is currently no estimate for when the highway will reopen to traffic.

  • The closure went into effect around 8:21 PM on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Washington State Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for managing and maintaining the highway infrastructure in Washington, including Interstate 205.

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What’s next

The Washington State Department of Transportation has not provided a timeline for when the northbound lanes of I-205 will reopen, but they are advising drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes until the incident is cleared.

The takeaway

This crash on I-205 in Vancouver is a reminder of the importance of highway infrastructure and the potential for major disruptions when incidents occur, underscoring the need for continued investment in road maintenance and safety improvements.