Nighthawk / Chopaka – Similkameen Road / Nighthawk Road
This is a remote, rural border crossing known as “the Nighthawk crossing”. The town of Nighthawk has an official population of 5 people. Not surprisingly, this is the least used border crossing in Washington State.
Nighthawk / Chopaka Port Information
- This port has limited hours of operation – 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Seven Days A Week (7)
- The hours of operation for border crossings with limited service hours such as this one can change so you may want to call the border office or otherwise confirm it’s hours of operation.
- You can get customized traffic information for Washington over the phone using the 511 system. Simply dial 5-1-1 and say “traffic”. If you cannot dial 511 on your phone you can also use the toll-free number 1-800-695-7623
- To hear current road conditions in British Columbia you can call (800)-550-4997.
- Nighthawk Port GPS coordinates – Latitude & Longitude: 49.000293, -119.662910
- Send us YOUR tips about this border crossing.
Map of Nighthawk / Chopaka Border Crossing Area
Traffic information is shown on the map if it is available. This map is interactive so you may zoom in or out. Drag the orange “man” to the map to see a street view if available in this area. You can get directions to this port by clicking on the “Directions” link under the map.
Telephone Numbers for the Border Customs Offices at Nighthawk / Chopaka
- Nighthawk U.S. Customs Office Telephone Number: (509) 476-2125
- To contact Canadian Customs or other border services at this port call the Canadian Border Information Service (BIS) which can answer your questions or transfer you directly to the Canadian port.
Current Road Conditions in Washington and British Columbia
We have special pages showing all current road advisories for the State of Washington and the Province of British Columbia. These pages show problems such as roadway accidents, snow or ice, lane closures or blockages, construction, road restrictions, traffic problems, and roadwork around the border crossing.
Traffic Alerts for Northeast Washington
Below are the travel alerts issued by the Washington State Department of Transportation for North East Washington which includes the area around the border crossing. This reports all major accidents, weather related problems, construction and other events that may affect your travel. We also have a page showing traffic alerts for the entire state of Washington.
HIGH IMPACT
US 97 Both Directions -
US 97 at Omak remains closed until 9 p.m. Aug. 28. All highway traffic will be detoured through town. Expect congestion and delays. Last Updated: 8/17/2018 3:49 PM
More Info
From milepost 286 to milepost 293
From milepost 286 to milepost 293
HIGH IMPACT
US 395 Both Directions -
US 395 will be DETOURED in the vicinity of Deer Park, MP 178 to MP 171, from 7:00pm Friday, August 17th through 5:30am Tuesday, August 21st. Southbound traffic will be directed west at Monroe Rd to South Monroe Rd, then east at Burroughs Rd back to US 395. Northbound traffic will be directed north at Main St, west at Crawford Rd, then back to US 395. Motorists should expect high delays and are encouraged to find alternative routes within this time frame. Last Updated: 8/9/2018 4:06 PM
More Info
From milepost 179 to milepost 181
From milepost 179 to milepost 181
MODERATE IMPACT
SR 155 Both Directions -
ON SR 155 between Nespelem and Omak Monday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. expect less than 20 minute delays with single lane flagger controlled traffic for fiber optic cable installation. Last Updated: 8/10/2018 12:24 PM
More Info
From milepost 49 to milepost 60
From milepost 49 to milepost 60
MODERATE IMPACT
I-90 Westbound -
Construction continues on the Hamilton/SR290 on-ramp to WB 90. The on-ramp is closed until further notice. Travelers will have several detour options to access westbound I-90 from Hamilton during this closure, though some depend on vehicle height. Last Updated: 8/9/2018 4:31 PM
More Info
At milepost 282
At milepost 282
MODERATE IMPACT
US 2 Both Directions -
Rut repair work on the north bound lane of the Sam Guess Bridge near Division and Ruby Streets, MP 286.86 to 289.19. Night time lane restrictions will continue through early August with work being performed 8pm to 6am. Last Updated: 8/2/2018 4:45 PM
More Info
From milepost 287 to milepost 290
From milepost 287 to milepost 290
MODERATE IMPACT
I-90 Westbound -
Maintenance on I-90 westbound from milepost 286.7 near Park Rd to milepost 278.1 near Sunset Hill beginning at 3:00 pm on Monday August 6th to Thursday August 9th, from 9:00 to 3:00. Roadway users should be alert for lane closures and traffic congestion. Last Updated: 8/2/2018 12:36 PM
More Info
From milepost 287 to milepost 279
From milepost 287 to milepost 279
MODERATE IMPACT
SR 290 Both Directions -
Construction on SR 290 both directions from milepost 0.7 near Hamilton St to milepost 3.4 near Mission Ave beginning July 30th until further notice. Daytime work with lane closures. Last Updated: 8/2/2018 9:11 AM
More Info
From milepost 1 to milepost 4
From milepost 1 to milepost 4
MODERATE IMPACT
US 2 Northbound -
Construction on US 2 northbound from milepost 220.9 near SR 21 to milepost 245.4 near Rocklyn Rd. Work is scheduled for Monday, July 30th to Thursday, August 2nd from 7:00am to 4:30pm. Roadway users should expect delays and be alert for flaggers and a pilot cars directing single-lane, alternating traffic. Last Updated: 7/26/2018 4:57 PM
More Info
From milepost 221 to milepost 246
From milepost 221 to milepost 246
MODERATE IMPACT
US 2 Both Directions -
Construction on US 2 both directions from milepost 297.0 near Deer Rd to milepost 299.9 near Colbert Rd. Roadway users should be alert for possible lane restrictions during non-commute hours, Monday through Friday. Last Updated: 7/26/2018 4:55 PM
More Info
From milepost 297 to milepost 300
From milepost 297 to milepost 300
MODERATE IMPACT
SR 902 Both Directions -
Construction on SR 902/Medical Lake to I90 both directions from milepost 5.6 to milepost 12.0 until further notice. Motorists should expect delays Monday through Friday 6am to 6pm when they can encounter one-lane, two-way traffic control with flaggers and pilot cars. Last Updated: 7/26/2018 4:29 PM
More Info
From milepost 6 to milepost 12
From milepost 6 to milepost 12
MODERATE IMPACT
US 395 Both Directions -
Construction on US 395 both directions from milepost 190.3 near R063 0 to milepost 206.7 near Chewelah us underway until further notice. Daytime work with lane closures. Last Updated: 7/23/2018 3:51 PM
More Info
From milepost 190 to milepost 207
From milepost 190 to milepost 207
MODERATE IMPACT
US 395 Both Directions -
Construction on US 395 both directions from milepost 207.7 near Chewelah to milepost 220.0 near MP Marker 220 is underway until further notice. Daytime work with lane closures. Last Updated: 7/23/2018 3:51 PM
More Info
From milepost 208 to milepost 220
From milepost 208 to milepost 220
MODERATE IMPACT
US 2 Both Directions -
Construction on US 2 both directions from milepost 306.0 near MP Marker 306 to milepost 315.0 near MP Marker 315 beginning at the morning of July 24, 2018 until further notice. Daytime work with lane closures. Last Updated: 7/23/2018 3:51 PM
More Info
From milepost 306 to milepost 315
From milepost 306 to milepost 315
MODERATE IMPACT
Post Northbound -
City of Spokane - Starting the week of Monday, July 9, Post Street will become a two-way street for one block at City Hall, between Spokane Falls Boulevard and the Mobius Science Center until further notice. Last Updated: 7/14/2018 10:45 PM
More Info
MODERATE IMPACT
Greene Both Directions -
City of Spokane - Lane restrictions in both directions of Greene Street at the Ermina Avenue intersection for signalization project until further notice. Last Updated: 7/11/2018 2:21 AM
More Info
MODERATE IMPACT
Mission Av Both Directions -
Mission Ave will be closed from Flora Rd to Barker Rd for road work beginning June 20, 2018 until October 31, 2018. Select alternate route. Last Updated: 6/29/2018 8:20 AM
More Info
MODERATE IMPACT
Broadway Av Both Directions -
Road closure for intersection improvements on Broadway Avenue between Marguerite Road and Locust Road from 6:00 am June 4, 2018 until 6:00 pm September 15, 20018. Select alternate route. Last Updated: 5/25/2018 8:00 AM
More Info
MODERATE IMPACT
SR 21 Both Directions -
SR 21 milepost 145.5 at Gold Creek, 17 miles south of Republic has a one-lane bridge with a 10 mile per hour speed limit until further notice. Follow traffic control in place and yield to on-coming traffic. Last Updated: 11/28/2017 10:08 AM
More Info
At milepost 146
At milepost 146
LOW IMPACT
Palouse Hy Northbound -
Spokane County will have lane restrictions for road improvements including sidewalks, curb ramps, storm sewer, and landscaping. Please watch for flaggers, there will be delays. This project is schedule through the end of November 2018. Last Updated: 8/13/2018 9:33 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Forker Rd Northbound -
Spokane County will have Forker Road closed from Progress Rd to Brevier, local access only, detour in place. This is part of the Bigelow Gulch re-alignment project. Expect delays. Last Updated: 8/13/2018 9:28 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Monroe Rd Northbound -
Spokane County: Starting on Monday, May 14, 2018, Monroe Road will be closed at Dragoon Creek for bridge replacement. Motorist should use other routes. This project is scheduled until Oct. 31st 2018. Last Updated: 8/13/2018 9:23 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Bigelow Gulch Rd Northbound -
Spokane County: Improvement of the Bigelow Gulch Corridor connecting Forker Road to Progress Road via a new alignment north of the existing intersection. Expect delays. No truck traffic, truck traffic violators will be ticketed.
This work is expected to continue through December 31, 2018. Last Updated: 8/13/2018 9:21 AM More Info
This work is expected to continue through December 31, 2018. Last Updated: 8/13/2018 9:21 AM More Info
LOW IMPACT
Freya Both Directions -
City of Spokane Freya Street paving project between 13th and 29th Avenue. Drivers should expect delays and lane closures. Last Updated: 8/4/2018 2:26 PM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
SR 25 Both Directions -
Construction on SR 25 northbound from milepost 81 to milepost 121 until further notice. Roadway users should be alert for flaggers and or pilot cars directing single-lane, alternating traffic with some delays. Last Updated: 7/26/2018 4:50 PM
More Info
From milepost 81 to milepost 122
From milepost 81 to milepost 122
LOW IMPACT
Spokane Falls Both Directions -
COS - Spokane Falls Boulevard closed for utility construction from Lincoln to Monroe Streets with a signed detour in place. Lincoln St access to River Park Square parking garage is open. Last Updated: 7/14/2018 10:46 PM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Southeast Both Directions -
City of Spokane - Paving project on Southeast Boulevard between 29th Avenue and Regal Street. Motorist should expect traffic congestion and delays. Last Updated: 7/11/2018 2:30 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Sharp Both Directions -
COS Sharp Avenue is closed between Ruby and Hamilton Street for road work beginning June 22 until further notice. Last Updated: 6/23/2018 11:44 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Monroe Both Directions -
COS - Monroe Street is closed between Kiernan and Dalton Avenue for construction for the North Monroe Corridor Project on the north end until further notice. Last Updated: 6/23/2018 11:31 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Monroe Both Directions -
COS - Monroe Street is closed between Montgomery and Indiana Avenue for construction for the North Monroe Corridor Project on the south end until further notice. Last Updated: 6/23/2018 11:29 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
High Northbound -
City of Spokane will have High Drive closed between 29th and 21st streets starting Monday June 11 until further notice. Motorist are advised to seek alternate routes. Last Updated: 6/23/2018 11:27 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
Martin Luther King Jr. Northbound -
COS - MLK Jr. Way is closed from Pine to Sherman Street. A detour is in place for the U District Pedestrian Bridge Project until further notice. Last Updated: 5/31/2018 7:07 AM
More Info
LOW IMPACT
US 2 Both Directions -
US 2 is reduced to one lane in each direction with slow traffic, congestion, and possible delays. Last Updated: 4/26/2018 10:56 AM
More Info
From milepost 295 to milepost 296
From milepost 295 to milepost 296
LOW IMPACT
US 2 Northbound -
Asphalt paving and sidewalk ramp construction is underway. Drivers should expect lane restrictions. Last Updated: 4/24/2018 8:10 AM
More Info
From milepost 283 to milepost 290
From milepost 283 to milepost 290
LOWEST IMPACT
US 395 Both Directions -
Construction on US 395 Spur - NSC both directions at the Freya Roundabouts Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. Roadway users should be alert for occasional traffic control. Last Updated: 8/2/2018 12:51 PM
More Info
At milepost 164
At milepost 164
LOWEST IMPACT
SR 27 Both Directions -
Construction on SR 27 both directions at the intersection of SR 27 and Grace through August. Drivers should be alert for flaggers and or pilot cars directing single-lane, alternating traffic with some delays when work is under way. Last Updated: 8/2/2018 9:53 AM
More Info
From milepost 87 to milepost 88
From milepost 87 to milepost 88
LOWEST IMPACT
SR 21 Both Directions -
Construction on SR 21 both directions from milepost 74.0 near MP Marker 74 to milepost 91.8 near SR 2 until further notice. Roadway users should be alert for flaggers and or pilot cars directing single-lane, alternating traffic with some delays when work is underway. Last Updated: 7/26/2018 5:16 PM
More Info
From milepost 74 to milepost 92
From milepost 74 to milepost 92
LOWEST IMPACT
Cedar Both Directions -
City of Spokane - Peaceful Valley Combined Sewer Overflow Project - Starting Monday May 7th, 2018 crews will close N Cedar St from Main to Water Ave and Main Avenue from Monroe to Cedar Streets until further notice for project construction. Last Updated: 7/11/2018 2:24 AM
More Info
Click an icon below to print, email, or share this page with friends, family, or colleagues:
