The East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit (ESFV LRT) Project will improve connections and access to crucial destinations while connecting transit users to the growing network in the San Fernando Valley. The Southern Segment of the project includes a 6.7-mile at-grade alignment that will operate in the center of Van Nuys Bl, from the Metro G Line Van Nuys Station to Van Nuys Bl and San Fernando Rd. 

SUMMARY 

As part of the ongoing advanced utility work for the ESFV LRT Project, Metro’s contractor, San Fernando Transit Constructors (SFTC), will perform median removal across the project alignment. This work includes traffic control implementation, excavation and removal of median curbs and asphalt, and backfill and street restoration. 

The median removals began this week on June 2, 2025 and will continue through next week at the intersections of Oxnard St and Van Nuys Bl, Vanowen St and Van Nuys. Work will take place on weekdays from 9:00AM to 3:30PM, and on a continuous weekend, Friday to Monday, 8:00PM to 6:00AM. The continuous weekend closure is anticipated next week, June 13 through June 16, 2025, for both intersections. 

DATE AND WORK HOURS 

March 17, 2025 through Summer 2025, Monday to Friday, weather permitting. Day shifts from 8:00AM to 6:00PM and night shifts from 8:00PM to 6:00AM. The upcoming median removals are anticipated to begin early June 2025 at the intersections of Oxnard St, Van Nuys Bl, Vanowen St and Van Nuys. Work will take place weekdays from 9:00AM to 3:30PM, and on a continuous weekends, Friday to Monday, 8:00PM to 6:00AM. 

LOCATION 

Van Nuys Bl from Oxnard St to Parthenia St.  

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Van Nuys Bl will remain open with lane restrictions. Left turn pockets may be restricted at the intersections of Van Nuys Bl and Oxnard Av, and Van Nuys Bl and Vanowen St. 
• Access to private driveways, residences, and businesses will always be maintained unless notified in advance. 
• The road will be fully reopened to vehicular traffic and parking daily after work hours. 
• Flaggers will be provided at various locations to direct traffic and pedestrians if access is restricted.  
• Parking is restricted in posted areas, please follow the signage. 
• Bus stops may be temporarily relocated as necessary, please follow the signage. 

NOTEWORTHY 

• Access to emergency responders will be maintained. 
• Construction is a dynamic process and work schedules and timelines are subject to change. 
• Noise and dust control measures will be in place to minimize impacts. 

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