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Week of Aug. 21, 2023

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Construction Activities

Lane Channel

Crews are reconstructing the Lane Channel along southbound SR-55, and will continue daytime structural backfill and nighttime shoring removal through the end of August.

Retaining Walls

Contractors are constructing more than a half-dozen retaining walls throughout the corridor and will continue activities such as structure backfill, excavation, concrete pours, and rebar installation.

Closures and Detours Map

Bookmark the closures and detours map for quick access to real-time construction information. Click on the construction icons to view activities and closures.

Be Work Zone Alert

As part of Caltrans’ #BeWorkZoneAlert campaign, Caltrans District 12 will install memorial signs in roadside rest areas, public spaces, and along the California state highway system to honor the seven Orange County Caltrans workers who lost their lives in the line of duty. These signs will serve as a reminder to encourage motorists to be work zone alert, move over when passing construction crews at work and always drive responsibly.

Please remember to follow posted speed limits, especially within work zones where speed limits are often reduced to 55 mph.

Business Spotlight:

Pan American Properties, Inc.

This week's Focus on 55 business spotlight is Pan American Properties, Inc. Dedicated to helping you reach your property goals, this property management company specializes in investment and management of multifamily residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.

17491 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, CA 92780

888-754-9700

cs@papinc.com

https://papinc.com/

To learn more about OCTA's Focus on 55 Program, including official rules and eligibility, visit octa.net/Focuson55 or click here to enroll your business today.

About the Project

OCTA, in cooperation with Caltrans, is improving 4 miles of SR-55 between I-405 and I-5. The project will improve traffic flow and reduce travel time by adding one regular lane and one carpool lane in each direction. Also, the project will add merge lanes between several interchanges and stripe carpool lanes for continuous access, augmenting safety on the freeway by making merging easier. These enhancements are expected to create a better, smoother driving experience for motorists.

octa.net/SR55South

888-371-2555

SR55Info@octa.net

@55FWYProject