Caltrans has planned a full weekend closure of the Eastbound Interstate 80 freeway between 17th & 4th streets starting Friday, April 17, 11 p.m. to Monday, April 20, 6 a.m.
Throughout the weekend, motorists will not be able to drive along the stretch of freeway — approximately 1.6 miles — and are urged to use public transportation when possible. The southbound and northbound U.S. 101 Bayshore Freeway connector ramps will be closed.
Motorists are strongly urged to stay away from this section of I‑80 for the entire weekend. Significant congestion and travel delays are expected across SoMa, Mission Bay, and surrounding corridors. If driving is necessary, expect heavy delays and allow extra travel time.
Throughout the weekend closure, motorists' last EB I-80 Bayshore Freeway exit will be Vermont Street. Motorists who miss Vermont, will be directed to take 9th Street off ramp and redirected through Bryant Street to re-enter the freeway at the 5th Street on ramp.
The work is necessary because the Central and Bayshore freeway viaducts are 71 years old and carry thousands of vehicles daily near the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge corridor. With constant exposure to heavy traffic loads, weather, and seismic demands, the structures require timely rehabilitation to prevent further deterioration.
Performing this work now allows Caltrans to address critical maintenance needs, preserve the existing infrastructure, and ensure continued safety for motorists, commuters, pedestrians, and cyclists traveling through and beneath the structures.
More info from Caltrans at: https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-4/d4-news/2026-04-14-eb-i8….
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