Sweeping operations will slow down drivers on Hwy 101 next week

A four-day, sweeping maintenance operation requiring a moving lane closure along both directions of a 14-mile section of U.S. Highway 101 between Sanborn Road in Salinas and the Monterey/San Benito County Line will begin Monday, Nov. 14.

Motorists will encounter a moving lane closure along the center median of US Highway 101 from Boranda Road to the county line on Monday, Nov. 14 and Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 9 am until 2 pm.

In addition, there will be a moving lane closure along the right shoulder of Highway 101 from Sanborn Road to the county line on Wednesday, Nov. 16 and Thursday, Nov. 17 from 9 am until 2 pm.

Electronic message boards will alert motorists of this roadwork with delays not to exceed 10-15 minutes. The CHP will be present to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The purpose of this project is to provide motorists and bicyclists a safer route to travel and to eliminate debris to ensure the flow of water during the storm season.

Caltrans reminds motorists to move over and slow down when driving through highway work zones.