10/08/2026
COMMUTER ALERT: SR-18 & SR-38
Learn about roadwork that could affect your commute this week. Please reduce your speed when near work areas for the safety of crews and other drivers on the route. Signage will be placed ahead to indicate approaching roadway work.
SR:18: Caltrans crews will perform drainage cleaning and repairs on State Route 18 (SR-18) in Baldwin Lake, weather permitting. This operation will be performed on Monday, October 5 from 8:45 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. For the safety of the traveling public and for the crews conducting the work, one-way flagging control will be required between Cactus Road and Cushenbury Circle. Crews will be moving throughout the work zone to clean culverts, conduct shoulder cuts, and repair delineation. One-way flagging will be performed in both directions and may take up to 15-minutes of waiting time per side. CHP will be present to assist with traffic control.
SR:18: Caltrans crews will conduct a road maintenance operation on Big Bear Blvd. (SR-18) in Big Bear Lake, weather permitting. This operation will be performed on Wednesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 8 from 8:45 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. For the safety of the traveling public and for the crews conducting the work, a moving closure on the #1 lane from Knickerbocker Road to Moonridge Road. Crews will be moving throughout the work zone to conduct pavement repairs. CHP will be present to assist with traffic control.
SR-18: Caltrans will continue the Improve Drainage and Safety Project on State Route 18 (SR-18) at various locations between Snow Valley, the Arctic Circle, and Arrowbear Drive (post miles 34.0 to 44.3) in the San Bernardino Mountains. Weekly work will occur Monday through Thursday from 7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., and on Friday from 7:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. During the week of October 5-9, alternating lane closures with traffic control will take place while crews perform culvert operations and CIDH drilling near Snow Valley Ski Resort from postmile 34 to 38. Traffic control holds will last up to 15 minutes.
SR-38: Caltrans crews will perform drainage cleaning and repairs on State Route 38 (SR-38) in the communities of Big Bear City, Sugarloaf and Erwin Lake, weather permitting. This operation will be performed on Tuesday, October 6 from 8:45 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. For the safety of the traveling public and for the crews conducting the work, one-way flagging control will be required between Gold Mountain Drive and Paradise Way. Crews will be moving throughout the work zone to clean culverts, conduct shoulder cuts, and repair delineation. One-way flagging will be performed in both directions and may take up to 15-minutes of waiting time per side. CHP will be present to assist with traffic control.
SR-38: Caltrans will continue the Pavement Rehabilitation and Safety Upgrades Project on State Route 38 (SR-38) in Redlands. Weekly day work will occur Monday through Friday from 7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., with nighttime and weekend operations occurring as needed (excluding recognized holidays). Construction will occur at several locations along Lugonia Avenue (SR-38), including Interstate 10 to Occidental Drive, Orange Street to Pearl Avenue, Eureka Street to Interstate 10. Closure and work locations: channelizers will be installed to maintain pedestrian access. Over the next few weeks, work will include installing curb ramps, removing concrete, building new ramps, and performing drainage improvements in the area between:
Pearl Ave. and N 6th St.
Orange St and Colton Ave
Sixth St. and The Terrace
Colton Ave. and Alta St
6th St. and Colton Ave.
Orange St. and Sun Ave.
6th St. and EB I-10 exit
Construction at these sites may involve lane closures, and traffic could be affected by both lane closures and detours. Drivers are advised to follow posted signs and detour directions. To maintain safety and ensure efficient traffic flow, motorists should anticipate delays, alternating lane closures, and one-way traffic controls. Drivers are strongly encouraged to remain vigilant for road crews and signage throughout the work zone. Speed limits will be reduced by 10 mph throughout the construction zone. Traffic breaks may occur to allow for traffic shifts. Completion is anticipated in late 2027.
Delayed/Suspended Project(s): SR-38 Emergency Project between Angelus Oaks and Seven Oaks has been suspended indefinitely. The route will remain fully open to the traveling public until further notice.
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