Motorists traveling through the Sepulveda Pass should anticipate significant traffic disruptions this week due to ongoing pavement rehabilitation work on Interstate 405. Transportation officials have scheduled both overnight lane reductions and extended weekend closures.
Overnight Lane Closures
Work will take place nightly between 9 p.m. Tuesday, February 3, and 6 a.m. Friday, February 6. This follows the conclusion of a previous three-day lane closure period. During these hours, up to two lanes will be closed in both directions of the 405.
Northbound lane reductions will affect areas between Wilshire Boulevard and Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive, and again between Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive and Sepulveda Boulevard. Southbound reductions will occur between U.S. 101 and Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive, and between Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive and Wilshire Boulevard.
Ramp Closures
Several on-ramps will be closed overnight. These include the Getty Center Drive on-ramp to northbound I-405, and the Sepulveda Boulevard on-ramps for both northbound and southbound traffic.
Extended Weekend Work
Further lane reductions are planned for the weekend, beginning at 10 p.m. Friday, February 6, and lasting until 5 a.m. Monday, February 9. Northbound I-405 will be reduced to three lanes between just south of the Getty Center Drive off-ramp and just north of Bel Air Crest Road. The northbound off-ramp to Getty Center Drive will also be closed during this time.
Southbound I-405 will similarly be reduced to three lanes between the Skirball Center Drive/Mulholland Drive on-ramp and the Getty Center Drive on-ramp.
Officials advise drivers to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and consider alternate routes. Construction schedules are subject to change due to weather or operational needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of work is being done?
Caltrans is conducting pavement rehabilitation work, including electrical work and the installation of K-rail barriers.
When will the extended weekend work take place?
The extended weekend lane reductions will begin at 10 p.m. Friday, February 6, and continue through 5 a.m. Monday, February 9.
Which ramps will be closed?
The Getty Center Drive on-ramp to northbound I-405 and the Sepulveda Boulevard on-ramps to both northbound and southbound I-405 will be closed overnight.
How will these closures impact your commute this week?
