210 Freeway traffic alert: 5-day closure underway in Irwindale
IRWINDALE, Calif. - Motorists who rely on the 210 Freeway in Irwindale will need to reconsider their commuting plans for the next week. A five-day closure began Wednesday night on the westbound side of the roadway, along with lane reductions on the eastbound side.
The westbound freeway will remain closed between Irwindale Avenue and the San Gabriel River (605) Freeway, with traffic re-routed onto the eastbound side of the road, which will be reconfigured to handle three lanes of traffic in each direction.
The reconfiguration will continue through 4 a.m. July 26.
The closure is planned to accommodate upgrades being made on the San Gabriel River Bridge.
Caltrans warned motorists to expect delays and consider alternate routes, such as the 10 or 60 freeways, or public transportation on the Metro L Line (Gold) or Metrolink.
According to the agency, the closure is part of a $30 million project to upgrade the San Gabriel River Bridge by installing improved bridge hinges and railings and strengthening bridge decks.
210 Freeway's five-day closure in Irwindale to begin
Motorists who rely on the Foothill (210) Freeway in Irwindale may want to reconsider their commuting plans for the next week, with a five-day closure beginning Wednesday evening on the westbound side of the roadway, along with lane reductions on the eastbound side.
In addition to closing the westbound side of the freeway, ramps from the westbound 210 to Irwindale Avenue and to the southbound 605 Freeway will also be closed. Ramps from the 605 Freeway to the eastbound 210 Freeway will be blocked as well.
A second five-day closure on the eastbound side of the freeway is being planned for August.