Highway 101 Construction Continues through Montecito and Summerland

Construction activities on Highway 101 are ongoing in the Montecito, Summerland, and Padaro segments. Work includes roadway, drainage, bridge, and sound wall improvements. 

The recent rains have altered the closure schedule and subsequent scheduling of crews for the work at the southbound off-ramp at San Ysidro Road. The off-ramp closure will begin as early as February 11 (pushed back from January 21).

In Montecito, crews are working on drainage systems in the median and will begin rough grading and shoring installation. Work on the Romero and Oak Creek bridges involves removing sections of the bridges and installing temporary supports to widen the structures.

The Olive Mill and San Ysidro roundabouts construction continues with irrigation, planting, median improvement, and installation of split-rail fencing and landscaping. Utility work is also underway near the San Ysidro Roundabout, resulting in 5-10 minute traffic delays.

In Summerland, final touches are being put on the highway lanes, Evans Avenue Undercrossing, and ramps at Sheffield Drive. Landscaping work is beginning at the Sheffield on and off-ramps. Grinding and re-striping of the Ortega Hill Bike Path will cause nighttime noise between January 24-26.

For the Padaro area, northbound highway lanes and ramps remain under construction with work on concrete roadways, drainage, walls, barriers, and fencing. Pavement grinding has also begun. The Toro and Arroyo Parida Creek bridges are having barrier walls and staining installed. Sound walls are continuing near Serena Park.

Night work will occur in all segments, resulting in noise. Lane closures on the highway will continue overnight and drivers should expect delays. The speed limit through the construction zone is 55 mph. Project information can be found at www.SBROADS.com.