The California Department of Transportation was expected to continue road work on interstate 10 near Blythe this week, resulting in some road closures.
The road work is a $241 million pavement, beautification and safety enhancements project which includes concrete pavement rehabilitation of 88 lane miles, on- and off-ramps and shoulders, according to Caltrans.
Monday to Friday from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m., one lane will be closed from Wiley’s Well to Pallowala Ditch for k-rail movement and placement, Caltrans announced. Speed limits will be reduced by 10 mph throughout the work zone.
According to Caltrans, 11,950 linear feet of new guardrail systems will be installed as part of the project as well as upgrades of curb ramps, sidewalks and crosswalk safety enhancements. Push-button posts that meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards will also be installed.
Caltrans announced that bridge upgrades, new signage, landscaping and other beautification are also part of the project.
Commuters who frequent this area were encouraged to sign up for commuter alerts through the Caltrans website found at dot.ca.gov/.