Starting Monday, commuters bracing for a slower ride on Lyons Avenue should start mapping alternate routes as Southern California Edison kicks off an upgrade project that's expected to last well into the next year. The much-needed electric system overhaul will see lane closures along a stretch from Railroad Avenue to Wiley Canyon Road, putting motorists in a squeeze as the utility and its contractor, HotLine Construction Inc., install underground vaults and conduits.
Local drivers will see work light up the night from 8:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, with the exception of city holidays—a schedule crafted to lessen daytime traffic woes but likely to still test the patience of night owls on the road. While the project spans the calendar until an August 30, 2024, endpoint, electronic signboards are set to guide motorists around the hurdles, and the city asks drivers to hit the brakes amidst the construction, prioritizing safety for all.
For those seeking details or looking to vent, Assistant City Engineer Amalia Marreh is the city's point person, reachable at [email protected] or by dialing (661) 255-4363. The city of Santa Clarita is ensuring they're in lockstep with Southern California Edison, wanting to trim down the disturbance to residents to a mere whirl of inconvenience in what can be a tapestry of urban development woes.
For more information on the traffic situation and project details, the city's announcement post can be found at Santa Clarita's official website.
