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LA City Hires Firm to Relight Sixth Street Bridge
Tetra Tech selected to fortify and restore lighting on iconic viaduct after repeated copper wire thefts
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The city's Bureau of Engineering has selected global engineering firm Tetra Tech to develop plans to restore wiring and lighting along the Sixth Street Viaduct in Los Angeles, following repeated copper wire thefts that left sections of the bridge dark. The $5.3 million project also includes hardening infrastructure to deter future theft and advancing construction ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games.
Why it matters
The Sixth Street Viaduct is an iconic landmark that connects the Eastside to downtown LA. Restoring its lighting will make the bridge and surrounding areas feel safer and more connected for residents. The project is also crucial preparation for the 2028 Olympics, when the bridge and adjacent PARC project will play a key role in hosting events and welcoming visitors.
The details
Tetra Tech will be responsible for restoring wiring to lighting along the roadway, barriers, ramps, stairways and arches of the Sixth Street Viaduct. The project also includes hardening pull boxes, service cabinets and conduits to deter future theft, installing security cameras, and advancing construction on the viaduct's lighting system.
- Tetra Tech began design work in January 2026 under the Bureau of Engineering's direction.
- The nearly completed Sixth Street PARC project, which includes a 12-acre green space, is expected to have a grand opening later in 2026.
- The city aims to complete the lighting restoration work ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
The players
Tetra Tech
A global engineering firm selected by the city's Bureau of Engineering to develop plans and execute the Sixth Street Viaduct lighting restoration project.
Ysabel Jurado
The City Councilwoman for the 14th District, which includes the Sixth Street Bridge. Jurado's office announced the project and partnership with Tetra Tech.
Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering
The city agency that conducted the procurement process to identify experts to address the Sixth Street Viaduct's lighting issues and is overseeing the project.
What they’re saying
“When our streets are well-lit, our neighborhoods feel safer and more connected. The Sixth Street Bridge plays a vital role in connecting Angelenos between the Eastside and the heart of the city.”
— Ysabel Jurado, City Councilwoman (mynewsla.com)
“Partnering with Tetra Tech moves us one step closer to restoring one of the city's most iconic landmarks as a safe, welcoming public space our communities deserve.”
— Ysabel Jurado, City Councilwoman (mynewsla.com)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This project to restore lighting on the Sixth Street Viaduct is a crucial step in making one of LA's most iconic landmarks safer and more accessible for residents, while also preparing the city for the 2028 Olympic Games. By hardening infrastructure against future theft, the city is taking proactive measures to ensure the bridge's lighting remains reliable for years to come.
