Thank You, Bay Area Motorists!
What’s Happening
Each of the original joints, which date back to the mid-1950s, is being replaced by a new joint that features a rubberized seal designed to shrink and expand with the changing temperatures. This will prevent cracking of the surrounding concrete road deck.
Next year 30 joints on the lower deck of the bridge will also be replaced in conjunction with a bridge painting contract.
What To Expect
- To minimize impacts to commute traffic, we’re doing the joint replacement work at night. Expect lane closures most nights from 9 pm to 5 am.
- Thin steel plates are being installed at work locations. Drivers can pass over these plates at the posted speed. There is no need to slow for these plates.
Caltrans and the Bay Area Toll Authority thank you for your continued patience as we work to replace 31 joints on the upper deck of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.
We know this work is inconvenient to you and greatly appreciate your understanding as we perform this essential work on this workhorse bridge, which has served the Bay Area for the past 63 years!
- Please visit 511.org or the Caltrans Quickmap for real-time info on travel conditions.
- Drive safely and Be Work Zone Alert when workers are present!
Progress By The Numbers:
29 of the 31 joints have now been replaced.
Work Happening The Week Of July 8th:
Work continues on the remaining 2 joints on the upper deck of the bridge. Replacement of these final two joints is expected to be complete by this weekend, and the upper deck project is scheduled for full completion by the end of July.
Caltrans Public Information Officer
Vince Jacala: Vince.Jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: 510-286-5206
MTC Public Information Line: 415-778-6757