State Route 530, located about 8 miles south of Rockport, Washington, reopened on Tuesday after a month-long closure caused by severe flood damage. The roadway, critical for local residents and travelers, was repaired by Trimaxx Construction, Inc. under Washington State Department of Transportation guidance following an "atmospheric river weather event" in December 2025 that eroded a 300-foot embankment.
Emergency repairs included rebuilding the embankment, backfilling the roadbed with gravel, repaving, striping, and reconstructing the guardrail to ensure safety. During the closure, a week-long safety assessment and an alternating local traffic pattern were implemented until full reopening, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation.
Real-time travel information for State Route 530 and other Washington state highways is available through the Washington State Department of Transportation mobile app, Travel Center Map, and email updates. State Route 530 has reopened after repairs, completed by the state and its contractor, restoring access for commuters and other travelers.
