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Construction Alert - Scott Road/I-215 Interchange Project

Weather permitting, work continues on the new 1-215 northbound loop off-ramp and southbound loop on-ramp. All the concrete paving is completed and crews are installing the guardrail, rock blanket for erosion control, and completing lighting and the drainage system. Motorists may notice new signage for the ramps in preparation for an early Spring opening. Work will also be completed on the I-215 in the center median and along the new loop ramp merge lanes where crews are completing slope paving on the east and west sides of the bridge. Construction Update On Scott Road, crews will continue working on the final curb and gutter, asphalt pavement, signs, electrical signals and finish grading work.

For more information regarding this project, please visit www.cityofmenifee.us/scottrdinterchange

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Temescal Canyon Road Project progress photos

Progress update in photos of the Temescal Canyon Road Widening Project. Please slow down and observe warning signs while traveling through the work zone (from Dawson Road to El Cerrito Road). For more information on this project, please visit the Temescal Canyon Road Widening Project webpage.

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Scott Road Interchange Project Update, September 30 - October 6, 2019

Nighttime Scott Road lane closure Friday and Saturday.

No planned freeway lanes or ramp closures

One lane on Scott Road near both Antelope and Haun roads will be closed between 8 pm and 5 am on Friday and Saturday nights, October 4 and 5. One lane will remain open for through traffic. There are no freeway lane or ramp closures expected this week.

During daytime work hours, crews will continue working on the barrier fence, placing concrete and continue installing the rock blanket near the southbound off-ramp at Scott Road. Crews also will continue placing concrete for the new sidewalk, curb and gutter on Scott Road and continue earthwork and hauling operations for the new loop ramps.

CONSTRUCTION HOTLINE: (951) 215-2288
Project Website:
cityofmenifee.us/ScottRdInterchange

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FLYER (PDF)

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Temescal Canyon Road Widening Update, September 25, 2019

The contractor continues to work on storm drains, utility relocations, curb & gutter, and street paving along Temescal Canyon Road from Dawson Canyon Road to Dos Lagos Drive.

Current Construction and Traffic Restrictions:
Various utility and storm drain locations along the street are being worked on. Traffic flagging operations will direct traffic as needed to allow crews to work on the street at various locations.

Dirt is being placed behind the retaining wall south of Dos Lagos Drive.

Sidewalk, curb and gutter are being installed at various locations throughout the project area.

On Saturday, September 28, paving along the west side of Temescal Canyon Road north of Dawson Canyon Road
will be placed. Street lanes will not be closed for this work. On September 30, traffic will be switched to the newly paved west side of Temescal Canyon Road north of Dawson Canyon Road.

CLICK HERE FOR PDF VERSION OF PROJECT UPDATE

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Construction Alert August 14 - Gilman Springs Road

Nighttime Lane Closure on Wednesday, August 14, 2019, 8 PM - 5 AM.

On Wednesday night, one lane will be closed for approximately one mile on Gilman Springs Road between Alessandro Boulevard and Bridge Street. The remainder of Gilman Springs Road will be open.

A flagging operation will be in place to direct vehicles through the work zone. Please plan for delays and drive carefully in the construction area.

The closure is planned for one night so crews can grind asphalt on a rough area of the road to provide a smoother ride for motorists.

Temescal Canyon Road Drainage Report

Road opens Saturday, July 27, 2019

Thank you for your patience while the Riverside County Transportation Department completes this important drainage improvement project. Temescal Canyon Road will open to traffic on Saturday, weather pending.

Project Update:
Utility work, concrete box culvert installation, and rock slope protection is complete. Final details with the new guard rail and paving are scheduled for Saturday completion, weather pending. Paving will be completed with temporary pavement markings for lane delineation.

Temescal Canyon Road will open while crews are on-site the week of July 29 to close out the project.

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Gilman Springs Rd Tuff Curb Installation

Improving safety on Gilman Springs Road, construction crews begin Installation of center dividers on Tuesday night, July 16th.

Construction Alert July 22-28, 2019: Gilman Springs Rd Resurfacing

Construction Alert: July 22-28, 2019

Nighttime Closures
Road Closure: Monday through Thursday nights, July 22-25, Gilman Springs Road will be closed from 8pm to 5am. Please see the detour below. Local residents and businesses, along with emergency vehicles will have access through the checkpoint. On Highway 60, the Gilman Springs Road exit will close during nighttime work. Also, nighttime delays are expected on eastbound Highway 60 for the 60 Truck Lanes project (rctc.org/60trucklanes).

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Construction Alert July 15-21, 2019: Gilman Springs Road Construction Alert

Nighttime Road Closures
Monday through Thursday nights, July 15-18
Possible nighttime closure Sunday, July 21

Gilman Springs Road will be closed from 8 PM to 5AM. On Highway 60, the Gilman Springs Road exit will close during nighttime work. Please see the detour below. Local residents and businesses, along with emergency vehicles, will have access through the checkpoint. Also, expect delays from nightly lane closures on east and westbound SR-60 for the 60 Truck Lanes project (rctc.org/60trucklanes).

Possible lane closures Friday and Saturday night, July 19-20
One lane may be closed on Gilman Springs Road from SR-60 to SR-79, from 8 PM to 5AM. Motorists will be escorted through the construction zone one direction at a time. Please plan for delays. On Highway 60, the Gilman Springs Road exit will close during nighttime work.

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