Topanga Canyon Boulevard (State Route 27) Pavement Project
Project Description
The project covers more than 18 miles on State Route 27 (SR-27) from Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu to Devonshire Street in Chatsworth. The project will upgrade curb ramps and crosswalks to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. There will be enhancements to ADA elements that include 26 traffic signals, 235 repaired and replaced curb ramps, and nearly 30 pedestrian push buttons. Additionally, the project will add more than 20 landscape control locations, nearly 50 transit stop improvements and two bicycle drainage gates.
Topanga Canyon Project FAQs
Q: What are the hours, days and times of construction activities?
A: Construction will occur during the daytime and nighttime, and a schedule will be released at a later date.
Q: How will residents and businesses be impacted by the project?
A: Residents and businesses located near the freeway are advised to anticipate noise, vibrations, and dust associated with construction activities.
- Caltrans will make every effort to mitigate noise associated with construction activities by installing a noise reduction barrier around the plant location.
- Noise levels will not exceed state, federal and city regulations.
- Water trucks will be used to minimize dust during working hours.
- Dump truck driver will minimize backing up operations to reduce back-up alarm noise.
Q: Will detour routes be posted when full closures occur?
A: Yes, the contractor will place signage along the detour route if you need to continue your commute on Topanga Canyon Boulevard. Detour routes and full closure notifications will be publicized on social media.
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Q: Where will the paving start at?
A: The contractor will begin working at the north end of the project near Devonshire Street and will make their way south to Malibu.
Q: How many miles of lanes are being paved?
A: More than 60 lane miles of SR-27 will be repaved and there will be an upgrade of approximately 40,000 linear feet of guardrail.
Q: When did the project start?
A: February 2024
Q: When is the project expected to be complete?
A: Fall 2027
Q: What is the cost of the project?
A: The awarded contract for the project is $59.5 Million.
Q: How will the weather impact the project construction?
A: Closures are weather-permitting and subject to change. Motorists should expect delays and are advised to use alternate routes during construction hours.
Q: Where can motorists and residents find project updates?
A: Residents and motorists can view current traffic closures before they leave for their destination by visiting the Caltrans Quickmap.