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I-5 Asset Management Project

Project Overview

The I-5 Asset Management Project will restore a segment of I-5 to a state of good repair, improve ride quality, reduce maintenance, and extend the service life of the existing pavement in the cities of San Diego, Chula Vista, and National City from Camino De La Plaza to 0.3 just south of Via De La Valle. This important effort is focused on preserving existing infrastructure, improving safety, and modernizing the corridor to meet current and future transportation needs.

The project will rehabilitate pavement along the main roadway, shoulders, and freeway ramps to extend the life of the existing highway. Beyond resurfacing, the project incorporates a broad range of upgrades to improve performance, safety, and environmental conservation.

During construction, temporary freeway closures will be required to replace overhead sign structures, replace freeway slabs, and rehabilitate pavement. Detours will be in place to reduce impacts on motorists.

Project Map. For more information, call (619) 688-6670 or email CT.Public.Information.D11@dot.ca.gov

Goals

  • Long-Term Efficiency by extending pavement life through resurfacing and rehabilitation, reducing the need for major future repairs.
  • Focus on fiscal conservation by maintaining and improving existing infrastructure instead of costly replacements.
  • Enhancing Safety by improving traffic flow with updated traffic management systems and operational upgrades to increase accessibility for all travelers.

Project Features

The I-5 Asset Management Project work will include:

  • Individual Slab Replacement (ISR)
  • Repairing bridge approach/departure slabs
  • Mainline, ramp, and shoulder mill and overlay
  • Repairing and restoring culverts
  • Replacing overhead and roadside signs
  • Upgrading guardrail to Midwest Guardrail System
  • Improving roadside safety features including Maintenance Vehicle Pullouts (MVPs), access gates, irrigation systems, and irrigation controllers
  • Upgrading curb ramps and Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) to meet accessibility ADA standards
  • Installing and upgrading Intelligent Transportation systems (ITS) including loop detectors and closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras

Project Benefits

  • Improved Safety: Rehabilitating pavement, upgrading guardrails and improving signage will enhance driver and pedestrian
  • safety. Improving MVPs and irrigation systems will enhance maintenance worker safety.
  • Improved Traffic Flow: Restoring culverts will improve drainage on the freeway and ensure safe travel.
  • Enhanced Accessibility: Upgraded curb ramps and pedestrian signals will make the corridor more accessible.
  • Modernized Infrastructure: Intelligent transportation systems will improve traffic management responsiveness.
  • Long Term Investment: Preventative highway maintenance will reduce the need for frequent repairs and emergency fixes.

Project Status

Construction began in April 2025 with an estimated completion of Winter 2027

Project Cost

The total project cost is $113,745,800 (includes $12,865,100 in support costs) and is solely funded by the State Highway Operation Protection Program with $102,618,300 in Federal funds and $11,127,500 in State Funds SB1 funds.

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