Caltrans Announces Full Weekend Closure of SR-71 Freeway Starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 23
Summary of disruption: The California Department of Transportation has announced a full overnight weekend closure of the northbound and southbound lanes of the SR-71 Freeway from Mission Boulevard to the SR-60 Pomona Freeway starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 23. Drivers should expect delays and look for posted detours. All work is subject to change due to weather or construction-related issues. The closures may start and end later than scheduled, subject to weather and work conditions. The freeway is expected to fully reopen by 6 a.m. on Monday, June 26.
The dates, times and locations of the lane and ramp closures are:
Friday, June 23 from 8 p.m. to Saturday, June 24 at 7 a.m.
Northbound SR-71 Freeway full closure from SR-60 Pomona Freeway to Mission Boulevard
Southbound SR-71 Freeway full closure from Mission Boulevard to SR-60 Pomona Freeway
Westbound SR-60 Pomona Freeway connector to northbound SR-71 Freeway will be closed
Sunday, June 25 from 7 p.m. to Monday, June 26 at 6 a.m.
Northbound SR-71 Freeway full closure from SR-60 Pomona Freeway to Mission Boulevard
Southbound SR-71 Freeway full closure from Mission Boulevard to SR-60 Pomona Freeway
Westbound SR-60 Pomona Freeway connector to northbound SR-71 Freeway will be closed
Reason for disruption: The closure will allow Caltrans crews to perform work that is part of the SR-71 Expressway to Freeway Conversion Project. Real-time traffic information can be found at http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/.
What do I need to do? Expect delays and follow detour signs. Slow down and proceed with caution when approaching the freeway closure. Residents and businesses located near the freeway should anticipate noise, vibrations, and dust associated with construction activities. Allow extra time to get to destinations.
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