Avoid the 405


On July 16 and 17 the 405 freeway will be closed for 53 hours. 
That's right, as part of the 1-405 Sepulveda Pass Improvements Project, one of the most congested highways in the world will close to allow for upgrades on a 10-mile stretch between Interstate 10 and Highway 101.

The Project will add a 10-mile HOV lane and improve supporting infrastructure such as ramps, bridges and sound walls on the San Diego Fwy. (I-405); while widening lanes from the Santa Monica Fwy. (I-10) to the Ventura Fwy. (US-101).

Angelenos are urged to plan ahead and/or get out of dodge in preparation for the closure.


"... the point is there's gridlock on the 405 at virtually any time of the day, but particularly during the rush hour. And, if you think it's bad now, let me just make something absolutely clear. On July 16 and 17, it will be an absolute nightmare and that's why we're asking the public to plan ahead, to avoid the area, to not go on the 405, or anywhere close, during that period of time." 


- Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa