News Release
| Date: | Monday, September 15, 2025 |
| District: | 05 – Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties |
| Contact: | Celeste Morales or Kevin Drabinski |
| Phone: | (805) 549-3237 |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FULL OVERNIGHT CLOSURE OF HIGHWAY 1 AT
ROCKY CREEK BRIDGE FOR EMERGENCY SEAWALL REPAIRS
SUNDAY, September 21 | 10:00 PM
MONTEREY COUNTY — Caltrans will implement a full overnight closure of Highway 1 at Rocky Creek, located approximately 12 miles south of Carmel, on Sunday, September 21, to accommodate emergency repairs to a seawall beneath the highway.
Closure Details:
The full closure will begin Sunday, September 21 at 10:00 pm, with the highway scheduled to reopen by Monday, September 22 at 6:00 am.
This work is part of an ongoing emergency project aimed at reinforcing the seawall that protects the south end of the Rocky Creek Bridge and the slope beneath the recently constructed viaduct. The repairs will enhance the seawall’s resilience against wave action and prevent further erosion, ensuring the long-term stability of this vital coastal route.
During the closure, crews will use a crane that spans both lanes, meaning no through traffic will be allowed during the work window. Travelers are advised to plan accordingly.
As Caltrans continues the emergency project in the coming months, additional lane and road closures will also be expected along Highway 1 in the Rocky Creek area. These closures are necessary to ensure that the work is completed safely and effectively. Advance notice will be provided to the public prior to each closure.
Caltrans appreciates the patience of the traveling public and local community as crews work to maintain the integrity of Highway 1.
Big Sur Remains Accessible and Open:
Travelers are reminded that over 100 miles of Highway 1 on the Big Sur coast remain open and accessible. Travelers from northern California will find easy access to historic bridges, waterfalls, restaurants, and lodging amenities.
Travelers from southern California will find that the highway brings them directly within reach of the unparalleled views, lodging amenities, and natural wonders of Lucia, the Camaldoli Hermitage, Gorda, Ragged Point, San Simeon, and Cambria.
Road information and updates can also be found on Caltrans District 5 Social Media platforms: X/Twitter at: @CaltransD5, Facebook at: Caltrans Central Coast (District 5) and Instagram at: Caltrans_D5.
Our crews deserve to get home safely too.
Drive slowly and carefully in work zones.
CHP Traffic Incident Information Page: http://cad.chp.ca.gov
Traveler information at: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/