Highway Ramp Closures Next Week on State Routes 59, and 99
Merced County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will have traffic controls in place for the following construction and maintenance activities on State Route 59 (SR-59) and 99 in Merced County next week. Work is scheduled to occur as follows:
State Route 59
- One way traffic control at northbound and southbound SR-59 at Owens Creek for tree work on Thursday October 1st, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
State Route 99
- Full off ramp closure on SR-99 and East Atwater overpass for utility work on Tuesday October 1st, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- One way traffic control on SR-99 and East Atwater Overpass on local cross street for utility from Monday September 28, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Motorists should expect 5-to-10-minute delays and use alternate routes whenever possible. All work is scheduled to occur as listed but is subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment/materials, and construction-related issues.
For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert. Caltrans also reminds motorists to #KnowBeforeYouGo by checking QuickMaps on your mobile device or visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov for real-time highway conditions.
