Installation of a new pedestrian bridge across McBean Parkway will begin in August, closing the road for a full night as crews work to secure the steel walkway and impacting traffic throughout the remainder of construction.

The installation is set to begin at 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4 and last until 8:30 a.m. During this time, a full road closure of McBean Parkway between Del Monte Drive and Arroyo Park Drive will be required.

The new pre-fabricated steel truss pedestrian bridge will cross McBean Parkway between Gamble House Court and Arroyo Park Drive. The previous bridge, which was decayed due to age, was removed in June.

This project is part of the city of Santa Clarita’s plan to sustain public infrastructure. After the new steel bridge is installed, reconstruction of the bridge approach and pathway will begin. All construction on this project is anticipated to be completed and the bridge re-opened by mid-September.

Electronic message boards and detour signs will be posted to inform motorists of upcoming closures. Reduced speed through the construction zone will be enforced for the safety of the public and the contractor’s employees.

Most of the remaining construction will take place between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Temporary lane closures will continue to be necessary during construction and other work may need to be completed during night hours as well.

For questions or concerns, contact Julia Regan from the city of Santa Clarita’s Public Works Department at (661) 255-4301 or by email. For more information about the City of Santa Clarita, click here.

Ed. Note: This information was taken from a news release provided by the city of Santa Clarita. 

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