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I-89 Vermont: Live Crash, Closure & Traffic Updates.

I-89 runs 130 miles from White River Junction through Montpelier and Burlington to the Canadian border at Highgate Springs. VTScout aggregates every crash, closure, and traffic incident on I-89 in Vermont from Vermont State Police press releases, dispatch reports, and Vermont 511 alerts. This page updates whenever a new I-89 story publishes.

Recent coverage

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  1. Swanton · Local News

    Vermont Troopers Issue 13 Tickets in I-89 Speed Crackdown

    5d ago
  2. Lincoln Continental down an embankment after a Berlin Vermont DUI crash on I-89
    Central Vermont · Local News

    Massachusetts Man Cited in Berlin Vermont DUI Crash on I-89

    6d ago
  3. Lanes blocked during the Williston I-89 fire near Exit 13
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Williston I-89 Fire Blocks Lanes Near Exit 13

    May 27
  4. Interstate 89 in Sharon where a driver was cited for speeding at 119 mph
    Southern Vermont · Local News

    Driver Cited for 119 MPH Speeding on I-89 in Sharon

    May 26
  5. Scene of an Alburg DUI rollover on US Route 2 South investigated by Vermont State Police
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Swanton Man Arrested on Suspended License in Georgia, Vt.

    May 26
  6. Two vehicles damaged in a Waterbury I-89 DUI crash near mile marker 64.8
    Central Vermont · Local News

    Barre Woman Cited in Waterbury I-89 DUI Crash

    May 25
  7. I-89 lane closure after a crash at mile marker 64.8
    Central Vermont · Local News

    I-89 Lane Closure After Crash at Mile Marker 64.8

    May 24
  8. Interstate 89 in Royalton where a driver was cited for speeding at 108 mph
    Southern Vermont · Local News

    Driver Clocked at 108 MPH on I-89 in Royalton

    May 23
  9. Scene of an Alburg DUI rollover on US Route 2 South investigated by Vermont State Police
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Franklin County Drivers Cited for Suspended Licenses

    May 22
  10. Vermont State Police vehicle and badge — South Burlington assault charges case
    Central Vermont · Local News

    Barre City Man Cited for Negligent Operation in Waterbury

    May 20
  11. Guardrail damage after an I-89 wrong-way crash near Exit 16
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    I-89 Wrong-Way Crash Closes One Lane Near Exit 16

    May 20
  12. Interstate 89 reopened after a Williston I-89 wrong-way crash near Exit 16
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Williston I-89 Wrong-Way Crash Cleared, Lane Reopens

    May 20
  13. Lane obstruction on I-89 near South Burlington
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    I-89 Lane Obstruction Near South Burlington Causes Delays

    May 18
  14. Vermont State Police vehicle and badge — South Burlington assault charges case
    Southern Vermont · Local News

    Barre Town Woman Cited for Suspended License in Bethel

    May 16
  15. Vermont State Police vehicle and badge — South Burlington assault charges case
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    St. Albans Man Cited in Milton I-89 DUI Stop

    May 16
  16. Vermont State Police vehicle and badge — South Burlington assault charges case
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Georgia I-89 Fire Blocks One Lane Near Mile Marker 110

    May 15
  17. Interstate 89 in Randolph where a DUI arrest followed a vehicle in the median
    Central Vermont · Local News

    Randolph Man Arrested for DUI After I-89 Median Stop

    May 15
  18. Scene of an Alburg DUI rollover on US Route 2 South investigated by Vermont State Police
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Revere man arrested for multiple charges after high-speed chase, police say

    May 12
  19. Interstate 89 pursuit - I-89 eluding arrest near St. Albans
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Revere man arrested for eluding police on I-89 in St. Albans, police say

    May 11
  20. Single-vehicle crash on Interstate 89 - Berlin I-89 DUI crash
    Central Vermont · Local News

    Berlin man arrested for DUI following single-vehicle crash, police say

    May 11
  21. Vehicle fire blocks I-89 Southbound in Waterbury, police say
    Champlain Valley · Local News

    Vehicle fire blocks I-89 Southbound in Waterbury, police say

    May 7
  22. Local News

    Richmond man cited for excessive speed and negligent operation, police say

    May 5
  23. Starksboro woman arrested for aggravated assault, police say
    Local News

    Highgate teen cited for excessive speed on I-89 in Swanton, police say

    May 3
  24. Starksboro woman arrested for aggravated assault, police say
    Local News

    Waterbury man cited for excessive speed on I89, police say

    May 2
FAQ

Frequently asked.

Is I-89 open in Vermont today?

I-89 is generally open, but lane closures from crashes, weather, or construction are common. Check the live feed above for the most recent incident reports, and Vermont 511 (511vt.com) for real-time roadwork advisories.

Where are the most common I-89 accident locations in Vermont?

Crashes cluster near the Williston (Exit 12), Richmond (Exit 11), and Bolton (Exit 10) interchanges where I-89 runs through hilly terrain prone to ice and lake-effect snow. The Hartford / White River Junction stretch (Exits 1u20132) also sees frequent multi-vehicle incidents at the I-91 interchange.

What is the speed limit on I-89 in Vermont?

The posted speed limit is 65 mph for most of I-89 in Vermont, with reductions to 55 mph around Burlington, in work zones, and during posted weather advisories.

Who do I call to report an I-89 crash?

Call 911 for active emergencies. For non-emergency reports or to inquire about closures, contact Vermont State Police dispatch at (802) 244-7345. Vermont 511 (511vt.com) carries official Agency-of-Transportation incident advisories.

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