The study is looking at options for pedestrians, bicyclists and those using mobility devices to travel.
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The next closest rest areas are in the Bow Hill area of I-5, about 30 miles to the south.
Delays can be expected around these projects and alternate routes are recommended.
As of 8:45am, traffic was backed up for 4 miles to the Main Street interchange in Ferndale.
I-5, SR9 between the Mt Baker Highway and the border and E Badger Road traffic will be impacted.
There will be a signed detour route via Guide Meridian, E Pole Road, Everson Goshen Road and Nooksack Road.
This story has been updated to reflect postponement of work initially scheduled to begin Monday, July 18th.
Each winter, WSDOT closes the narrow section of road with sharp curves and steep slopes to vehicle traffic.
"Rolling slowdowns allow crews to complete work in 15-minute increments while minimizing the impact to the traveling public, allowing them to proceed through the work zone."