101 Freeway Closure in Studio City: Detours & Delays This Weekend

101 Freeway Closure in Studio City: Detours & Delays This Weekend

November 23, 2024 Catherine Williams - Chief Editor News

Traffic Advisory: Southbound Ventura Freeway Closure

The southbound Ventura (101) Freeway will close completely at the State Route 170 Interchange on Friday and Saturday nights for Caltrans work, if the weather permits. Drivers should be cautious, expect delays, or avoid the area.

Closure Schedule:

  • Friday Night:

    • 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. on Saturday, Nov 23.
    • Southbound State Route 170 connector to southbound 101 will be reduced to two lanes.
  • Saturday Night:
    • 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. on Sunday.
    • Again, the southbound State Route 170 connector to southbound 101 will be reduced to two lanes.

Reason for Closure:
Caltrans will make urgent pavement repairs on the southbound 101 Freeway between the 101/170 interchange and Vineland Avenue in Studio City.

Detour Information:
Drivers must detour from the southbound 101 Freeway to eastbound State Route 134. Exit at the Vineland Avenue offramp, continue east on Riverside Drive, then south on Vineland Avenue to return to southbound 101 Freeway.

Weather Alert:
Rain is expected on Saturday evening, which may affect the closure schedule.

Please drive with caution in the work area and plan your route accordingly.