LAMORINDA WEEKLY | Canyon Road Bridge closure scheduled for next week


The 2017 installation of the temporary Canyon Road Bridge Photo provided

Phase 1 of the new Canyon Road Bridge project is almost complete. "We have been looking forward to this moment for years," stated Moraga Mayor Kymberleigh Korpus. "The opening of Phase 1 (marked by the opening of the inbound lane of Canyon Road Bridge and removal of the temporary bridge) turns the corner on this complex, multi-year disaster recovery project, and I'm incredibly proud of the town's efforts that have enabled us to deliver this phase of this project on schedule and on budget."

In order to ensure the safety of the public and workers, the entire bridge (both new and existing temporary spans) will be closed to all traffic from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 16-18, with the exception of emergency vehicles. During this time removal of the temporary, one-lane, truss bridge will occur. It is anticipated that the bridge should be open to traffic outside of those hours.

Commuters, bicyclists and pedestrians traveling in the area should be aware of construction activities and comply with all traffic control and construction signage. The town will provide the public with updates on its website (www.moraga.ca.us) and through social media outlets. For additional information, contact Moraga Project Manager Sharon Chan at schan@moraga.ca.us or call (925) 888-7028.