K-rail Removal and Directional Closures: Van Nuys Bl from Nordhoff St to Woodman Av

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 Blvd. from the Metro G Line (Orange) Van Nuys Station to San Fernando Rd.

SUMMARY
Metro’s contractor, San Fernando Transit Constructors (SFTC), has been relocating utilities along Van Nuys Blvd., between Vincennes St. and Plummer St., and on nearby side streets. As part of this work, K-rail concrete barriers were installed on the west side of the street. The contractor has finished the work inside of the K-rail and will now remove the barriers, which will require directional street closures. This work will include traffic control setup, grinding and re-striping of the street, and street restoration to the conditions that existed before the barrier installation.

This work will require a one-time weekend directional street closure on Van Nuys Blvd., between Nordhoff St. and Woodman Av., to remove the K-rail concrete barriers and restore the roadway. Only one side of the street will be closed at a time. Once the work is complete, the street will fully reopen to its previous street conditions. A detour will be in place to guide traffic (see graphic on the reverse side).

DATE AND WORK HOUR

Beginning Friday, September 19, 2025 at 6:00PM through Monday, September 22, 2025 ending at 6:00AM.

LOCATION

Van Nuys Blvd. from Nordhoff St. to Woodman Av.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Directional street closures will be implemented on Van Nuys Bl between Woodman Av and Nordhoff St.
The road will be fully reopened to vehicular traffic outside of work hours, and once the work is complete, the street will be restored to its previous conditions.
Some side streets will be impacted during nighttime directional closures.
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.
The sidewalk will remain open during construction.

NOTEWORTHY

Access to private driveways, residences, and businesses will always be maintained unless notified in advance.
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.

Directional Street Closure and Detour Routes (Friday, September 19 beginning at 6:00PM through Monday, September 22 ending at 6:00AM):