District: District 11 — San Diego and Imperial Counties
Contact: Barbara.C.Moreno@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (619) 688-6670
SAN DIEGO — Caltrans crews will close the eastbound Interstate 8 (I-8) to southbound State Route 163 (SR-163) connector in Mission Valley Thursday night September 15, between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. for construction work.
This is part of an ongoing road rehabilitation project impacting two miles of the interstate, improving the lifespan of the roadway.
Nearby residents and businesses can expect nighttime construction noise and lights, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) required vehicle back-up alarms. Crews will work to minimize noise impacts to all nearby communities.
Eastbound I-8 to Southbound SR-163
- Detour: Head east on I-8 towards Qualcomm Way/Texas Street. Take exit towards Qualcomm way then head north on Qualcomm way towards I-8 westbound entrance ramp. Continue west on I-8 towards southbound SR-163 connector.
This project is scheduled to continue through September. Signs will be posted ahead of the closures to alert motorists. The construction schedule is subject to change due to weather, traffic incidents, or other construction considerations.
Travelers are reminded to watch for highway workers and moving equipment and to Be Work Zone Alert. The maintenance work schedule is subject to change due to weather, traffic incidents or other maintenance considerations.
For real-time traffic information including traffic speed, lane and road closures due to construction and maintenance activities, and more, go to http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
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