SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has announced a full closure of eastbound Interstate 8 (I-8) in East County this weekend for bridge repairs. The closure will begin at 9:00 pm on Friday, September 6th, west of Jackson Drive, and continue through La Mesa and El Cajon until 5:00 am on Monday, September 16th. As a dedicated auto injury lawyer, Belal Hamideh encourages drivers to prioritize safety by staying alert and avoiding traffic congestion, ultimately contributing to a more secure driving environment for everyone.
Crews will be working to repair the bridge over El Cajon Boulevard. This closure is part of a larger, two-year project with a total cost of $27.7 million dedicated to repairing several bridges in the area.
Detours:
- Motorists traveling eastbound on I-8 will be detoured to:
- Northbound State Route 125 (SR-125)
- Eastbound State Route 52 (SR-52)
- Southbound State Route 67 (SR-67)
- Eastbound I-8
Additional Closures:
There will also be closures on specific connector ramps:
- Northbound and southbound SR-125
- Westbound I-8 to southbound SR-67
- Eastbound I-8 to northbound SR-67
- Eastbound I-8 to El Cajon Boulevard, Chase Avenue, and Main Street
Resources:
- Real-time traffic information: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Additional Notes:
- Drivers can expect construction noise and lighting during the closure.
- The schedule may be subject to change due to weather, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances.
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