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Caltrans Postpones Meetings on Upcoming V-T Bridge Closure
The 16-month full closure of the bridge is still scheduled to begin in November 2026.
Jan. 31, 2026 at 10:39am
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Caltrans has postponed open house meetings that were initially scheduled for early February to discuss updates on the upcoming full closure of the Vincent Thomas Bridge. The meetings will be rescheduled for late February or early March as Caltrans and the general contractor finalize the sequence and timing of preliminary construction activities. The 16-month full closure of the bridge is still scheduled to begin in November 2026.
Why it matters
The Vincent Thomas Bridge is a critical infrastructure project that connects San Pedro to Terminal Island and is heavily used by port workers, cargo movement, and commuters. The upcoming closure will have a significant impact on local communities and traffic patterns.
The details
The $700 million project will replace the aging and damaged roadway on the iconic green bridge, which opened in 1963. Construction will occur in three stages, with a preliminary stage involving the temporary installation of staircases, an under-deck work platform, protective shield, and resurfacing of local roads designated in the project's detour route. Once the full closure begins in November 2026, the heavily traveled, mile-long bridge will be closed for 16 months.
- The 16-month full closure of the bridge is scheduled to begin in November 2026.
- Caltrans had been scheduled to hold a virtual meeting on February 2, 2026 and an in-person meeting on February 9, 2026 to discuss plans for the start of construction.
- The community open houses have been postponed and will be rescheduled for late February or early March 2026.
The players
Caltrans
The California Department of Transportation, the state agency responsible for the Vincent Thomas Bridge project.
Nathan Bass
A spokesperson for Caltrans.
What they’re saying
“The community open houses were postponed while Caltrans and the general contractor for the project finalize the sequence and timing of preliminary construction activities.”
— Nathan Bass, Caltrans spokesperson (presstelegram.com)
“Now entering its construction phase, the Vincent Thomas Bridge Deck Replacement Project remains on schedule.”
— Nathan Bass, Caltrans spokesperson (presstelegram.com)
What’s next
Caltrans aims to reschedule the community open house meetings in late February or early March 2026.
The takeaway
The postponement of the Caltrans meetings highlights the complexity and impact of the upcoming 16-month closure of the Vincent Thomas Bridge, a critical transportation link for the Port of Los Angeles and surrounding communities. The rescheduled meetings will provide important updates on the project's timeline and construction plans.
