Highway 405 passing through the Sepulveda Pass will be partially closed this weekend as years of re-work begins.
“The expressway will be reduced to three lanes in each direction, and motorists are strongly encouraged to seek alternative routes and explore public transport options to reach their destinations,” he said. The California Department of Transportation said in a statement.
According to Caltrans, the re-loan will take place more than 405 miles between Van Nuys and Westwood.
The crew will reset the two lane sections in each direction, replace signage and upgrade guardrails and curb ramps.
this $143.7 million project It will also result in the closure of the driveway from September 19 to September 22, which will be finalized for the 2028-2029 winter. The agency said the project will eventually restore 92 miles of lanes, which will require up to 25 weekends to close.
Caltrans said the fix for Sepulveda Pass was “a route that has gone through major, continuous traffic while meeting vital commuting and business needs,” Caltrans said, which will improve driver safety.