Rising tides are wreaking havoc in Mill Valley, causing a staple commuter spot to shut down for a week. Officials at Caltrans District 4 announced the lower half of the Manzanita Park and Ride Lot, alongside State Route 1 (SR-1), will close starting Monday, January 8, through Monday, January 15, due to projected high tides. The closure is a preventative effort to head off the flooding that plagues the area when the tides and rains conspire against the terrain.
The well-used lot is a go-to for drivers looking to carpool or simply park before jumping on public transit. For those who utilize this lot, the impending closure will mean rethinking their commute and possibly facing added daily hassles. Caltrans has warned holiday travelers to take note of the closures and plan their trips with these interferences in mind. Changeable message signs will be turned on in the park and ride lot to alert commuters about the upcoming disruption.
Caltrans maintenance crews are set to fence off the lowest-lying sections of the parking area, which are known to succumb to flooding during high tide events. In an effort to ensure the safety of motorists, overnight parking will also be restricted throughout these periods, according to a post from Caltrans District 4.
#TRAFFICALERT: Caltrans maintenance will close the lower half of the Manzanita Park and Ride lot in @maringov, along with the shoulder parking on State Route 1, in the city of Mill Valley from Monday, Jan. 8 through Monday, Jan. 15. pic.twitter.com/dxNQx8reG0
— Caltrans District 4 (@CaltransD4) December 15, 2023
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