TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Rest Area, Lane & Ramp Closures
Interstate 5 and State Routes 33, 99, & 140
October 18, 2024 – MERCED COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform various closures on Interstate 5 (I-5) and State Route 33 (SR-33), SR-99 and SR-140 for maintenance and construction operations. Work is scheduled to occur as follows:
INTERSTATE 5
- Full closure of the John C. Erreca Rest Areas on northbound and southbound I-5 beginning Monday, April 4, 2022, through May 31, 2025.
o ALTERNATE LOCATIONS: Motorists are advised to use the Coalinga-Avenal Rest Area (Fresno/Kings County line).
STATE ROUTE 33
- One-way traffic control from Marquerite Street to Camellia Avenue for utility work on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
STATE ROUTE 99
- One-way traffic control on Le Grand Road Over-Crossing for bridge work beginning Sunday, October 20, through Friday, October 25, 2024, from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- Full off-ramp closure on northbound SR-99 at Le Grand Road Over-Crossing for bridge work beginning Sunday, October 20, through Friday, October 25, 2024, from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- Full off-ramp closure on southbound SR-99 at Le Grand Road Over-Crossing for bridge work beginning Sunday, October 20, through Friday, October 25, 2024, from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- Full off-ramp closure on southbound SR-99 at Childs Avenue Over-Crossing for bridge work beginning Sunday, October 20, through Friday, October 25, 2024, from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- One-way traffic control on Childs Avenue Over-Crossing for bridge work beginning Sunday, October 20, through Friday, October 25, 2024, from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- Full on-ramp closure on southbound SR-99 at 16th Street Under-Crossing for crack and seal operations beginning Monday, October 21, through Tuesday, October 22, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- Full off-ramp closure on northbound SR-99 at R Street Under-Crossing for crack and seal operations beginning Sunday, October 20, through Monday, October 21, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
- Full on-ramp closure on northbound SR-99 at SR-140/59 (V Street) for crack and seal operations beginning Sunday, October 20, through Monday, October 21, 2024, from 7:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
STATE ROUTE 140
- Long-term one-way traffic control at the Los Banos Creek for bridge work beginning Monday, August 5, at 6:00 a.m. through Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 6:00 a.m.
- Long-term full closure from 5th Street to Fifth Avenue in Gustine for construction work beginning Monday, April 22, at 6:00 a.m. through Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 6:00 a.m.
Motorists should expect 5-10 minute delays and use alternate routes whenever possible. This work is scheduled to take place as listed, but is subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment, and/or construction related issues.
For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert.
For the latest road information, visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov & dot.ca.gov.
Source: Caltrans