Q: What’s about to happen on Sunset? How long will this last, how will we be affected?
A: The easterly portion of the Sunset Bridge was reconfigured over the weekend of June 1 to add a left turn pocket to the northbound I-405 Sunset on-ramp for westbound traffic. The temporary measure will be in place during the summer to support the Wilshire ramps closure. Sunset Bridge reconstruction will continue during the summer, with an anticipated opening of the northern side of the Bridge in September. Traffic delays are anticipated. Residents are advised to plan ahead and adjust travel times when traveling through an active construction zone.
Q: Same question for the Wilshire ramps.
A: On Friday, June 22, 2012, the project contractor will begin demolishing the first of eight ramps joining Wilshire Boulevard and the I-405 freeway. This rebuilding begins with the demolition of two ramps: I-405 N off-ramp to Westbound Wilshire, and Westbound Wilshire on-ramp to I-405 North. The contractor anticipates rebuilding these two ramps in 90 days. Reconstruction of all eight Wilshire ramps is expected to take more than one year. These closures and the subsequent reconstruction of the other six Wilshire ramps are expected to create significant temporary impacts to Wilshire Boulevard and adjoining streets. The public is advised to plan ahead, adjust travel times or share the ride.
Q: How are things shaping up on the 405 project?
A: Construction is approximately 50 percent complete, with major construction activities now taking place throughout the 10-mile project area. A late summer date is anticipated for the second extended I-405 freeway closure, popularly known as “Carmageddon†, although no specific date has been selected at this time. Metro will strive to provide as much public notice regarding the closure as possible. The project is scheduled to be completed in 2013.
