CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY:

Traffic Switch Coming to Eastbound I-10

Construction Activity

• Upcoming Traffic Switch: Traffic configurations along eastbound I-10 are scheduled to change later this week! Crews will be shifting traffic onto newly paved eastbound I-10 lanes. This new stretch of roadway will include new guardrail systems, enhanced striping, and new eastbound Cactus City Rest Area on- and off-ramps. When traveling through the I-10, please be #workzonealert and watch for crews and project equipment.

Next Week:

• Next week's closures will include switching westbound traffic onto eastbound lanes, with a "crossover" and newly paved detour. This will allow crews to safely access new portions of the project while keeping motorists and crews safe. More details to come.

Safety Reminder

Festival Season is Here! Safe driving during the 2024 Coachella Valley festival season requires heightened awareness and caution due to increased traffic and potential distractions. All motorists should anticipate heavy congestion on highways and local roads near all festival grounds and allow for extra travel time. It is essential to adhere to speed limits, avoid distracted driving behaviors such as texting or using cell phones, and remain vigilant for pedestrians and cyclists. Designating a sober driver or utilizing rideshare services can also help prevent accidents and increase safety for one of the best times of the year!

Neighboring Projects

Interstate 10 - Blythe Pavement, Beautification & Safety Enhancements

Caltrans continues work on a $241 million pavement, beautification, and safety enhancements project on I-10, in and near Blythe. The project includes concrete pavement rehabilitation of 88 lane miles, on and off ramps, and shoulders. Upgrades of curb ramps, sidewalks and crosswalk safety enhancements and “push button posts” to ADA standards (Americans with Disabilities Act). Crews continue prep work on the I-10 Blythe Pavement, Beautification, and Safety Enhancements project. Learn more here.

Caltrans Projects

Want to learn about Caltrans projects throughout District 8 and the entire state? Visit our website to explore a full list of upcoming and ongoing agency projects.

Make sure to stay in the know and follow @i10DesertRehab on X (Twitter) and Facebook for the latest project information and construction updates!

The I-10 Desert Rehab Project segment is a 13-mile stretch of the I-10 freeway near Coachella in Riverside County, between 1.8 miles east of the Dillon Road Interchange and 2 miles east of the Cactus City Rest Area. Construction will take place over the next 3.5 years and includes repaving I-10, updating lane striping, and the addition of an eastbound truck climbing lane. The Cactus City Rest Area will also be closed for 1-2 months during construction. 

In addition to repairing and restoring existing roadway pavement and adding an eastbound truck climbing lane, the I-10 Desert Rehab Project will install electric vehicle charging stations at the Cactus City Rest Area, replace and upgrade bridge railings, guardrail systems, and roadway signage, and improve roadway infrastructure including drainage and stormwater treatment systems.