I-5 North County Enhancements Project

I-5 Center Median Wall Construction, McBean Pkwy to Valencia Bl 

Summary 

As part of the I-5 North County Enhancements Project, Metro’s contractor OHLA-USA, will begin construction of a center median retaining wall between McBean Pkwy and Valencia Bl.  Activities include excavation, shoring, form, rebar, and concrete work, and soil backfill. This work is anticipated to start on May 23, 2022, with activities continuing through January 2023.   

Upcoming Activities in May and June  

• Excavation and shoring  
• Form, rebar, and concrete work  

What to Expect/Traffic Control  

• Day work behind k-rail along the I-5 center median. 
• Night work utilizing I-5 inside lane closures between 8pm and 6am.  

Essential Details 

• Work hours: Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed, between 7am-4pm and 7pm-6am. Crews will begin to mobilize at 6am.  
• All lanes will reopen by before peak traffic hours each morning.  
• Traffic will be maintained in each direction.  
• No lane closures will be implemented during morning or evening peak traffic hours. 
• Speed limit within construction zone will change to 55-miles per hour. 

Noteworthy 

Access to emergency responders will be maintained. Construction is a dynamic process, it is subject to weather conditions, and information is subject to change, visit the project website for the most up to date information and a weekly listing of ramp closures scheduled.