30-Day Notification of Storm Drain Work Along Oak Street

Alameda County – Caltrans will begin nighttime storm drain replacement work along Oak Street between 3rd Street and 9th Street in Oakland. The project includes removing aging storm drain infrastructure and installing a new 48-inch storm drain system to improve drainage capacity, reduce the risk of flooding, and enhance the long-term reliability of the roadway. To minimize impacts on daytime traffic and nearby businesses, work will occur overnight and progress block-by-block. Traffic control measures and detours will be in place to protect workers and motorists during construction.

Location

• Oak St. from 3rd St through 9^th St
• Work to occur block-by-block as follows: 3^rd St to 4^th St, 4^th St to 5^th St, etc.

Closure Schedule

• Date TBD: separate notification will be provided in advance
• 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM OR,
• 9:00AM – 4:00PM (may be required due to tides)

Detour & Access Changes

• Residents & Businesses urged to avoid Oak St. during nighttime work
• Detour signs will be in place directing traffic to Madison St/Jackson Street

Be Work Zone Alert and expect travel delays.

Caltrans will update the project website - OaklandAlamedaAccessProject.com - and post on social media with the latest traffic advisories. Drivers are encouraged to check out Caltrans Quickmap https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ for live highway conditions. Motorists can also receive 24/7 highway condition information statewide by calling 1-800-427-ROAD or 1-800-427-7623.

Caltrans thanks the public for their patience and cooperation as we continue to improve California's transportation network.