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 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 San Fernando Rd.

SUMMARY

Metro’s contractor, San Fernando Transit Constructors (SFTC), will conduct utility installation work at the intersection of Van Nuys Bl and Woodman Av. Work will be completed in multiple phases, with traffic control setups changing throughout construction. During work, Van Nuys Bl will remain open to traffic in both directions at all times, with lane reductions and temporary left-turn restrictions in place. There will be instances when through traffic on Woodman Av will not be allowed to cross Van Nuys Bl due to work taking place in the middle of the intersection which will require vehicles to detour.

Work activities will include the relocation of sewer line connections and will involve traffic control setup, potholing, excavation, trenching, shoring and backfill, and roadway restoration.

SCHEDULE

Beginning August 13, 2026, through early-Fall 2026. Work will take place nightly from 8pm to 6am, Monday through Friday. Weather permitting. Construction is a dynamic process and work schedules and timelines are subject to change.

LOCATION

At the intersection of Van Nuys Bl and Woodman Av, with different phases of traffic control extending:

Along Van Nuys Bl between Woodman Av and Canterbury Av
Along Woodman Av, between Van Nuys Bl and Pinney St.

Detour Route for Phase Involving Work in the Middle of Van Nuys Bl and Woodman Av

WHAT TO EXPECT

Van Nuys Bl will remain open in both directions with lane reductions and left turn restrictions.
A traffic detour will be implemented as needed for vehicles traveling northwest on Woodman Av when work is occurring in the middle of the intersection. Please follow all posted signage.
Access to private driveways, residences, and businesses will always be maintained unless notified in advance.
Flaggers will be provided at various locations to direct traffic and pedestrians if access is restricted.
Parking is restricted in posted areas. Please follow all posted signage, as vehicles may be cited or towed.
Bus stops will be temporarily relocated as necessary, please follow the signage.
The bike lane will be intermittently closed during construction, please follow the signage.

NOTEWORTHY

Noise and dust control measures will be in place to minimize impacts.
Metro’s small business mitigation programs may assist small businesses impacted by construction:
For Business Interruption Fund program and eligibility information, visit metro.net/bif
For Eat Shop Play program information, please visit metroeatshopplay.net.
If you see an encampment or someone in need, please visit, LAHSA's online outreach request site, LA-HOP, at www.lahsa.org/portal/apps/la-hop. For more information or referrals to health and human services, call 2-1-1 or 1(800) 399-6993, or visit 211LA.org.

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