Caltrans [began] demolition of the southbound US 101 San Jose Creek Bridge in Goleta on Thursday, July 11. During the three-day demolition, travelers headed north/south detoured onto the northbound section of US 101 which includes the recently completed San Jose Creek Bridge. Two lanes will remain open in each direction during this phase of the project. This bridge will be rebuilt following demolition.
The contractor for the $20 million dollar project is MCM Construction Inc of North Highlands, CA. This project is expected to be complete in the June of 2026.
Construction is also underway to replace the San Jose Creek Bridges on State Route 217. Caltrans is continuing concrete and drainage work on this project. Travelers should be aware of bicycle riders in this construction area.
The eastbound SR 217 on-ramp at Sandspit Road remains closed for the duration of the project. Travelers leaving the Santa Barbara Airport can access Fairview Avenue and Hollister Avenue to reach US 101. Additional electronic message boards have been activated to assist airport visitors.
The contractor for this $26 million project is M.C.M. Construction, Inc. of North Highlands, CA. This project is expected to be complete in Summer 2025.
Road information and updates can also be found on our Caltrans District 5 Social Media platforms: Twitter at: @CaltransD5, Facebook at: Caltrans Central Coast (District 5) and Instagram/Threads at: Caltrans_D5.
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I may have missed the early story and not look at the proposal discussion at CalTrans site….
But why is project needed? Or i not see the reason nor justification for the work in first paragraphs.
ie Was the old overpass failing or past its lifespan?
Or is new bridge needed to have 3rd lane?
At least it cleared out the homeless camps along the freeway!!
Or moved them…
creekmoe
Roman bridges last 2,000 years.
Rube – As something to look at.