California Department of Transportation

10/21/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/21/2025 15:49

Steel Weld Inspection & Plate Repairs Continues Benicia Bridge & Carquinez Bridge Work

Steel Weld Inspection & Plate Repairs Continues Benicia Bridge & Carquinez Bridge Work

Published: Oct 21, 2025

Contra Costa & Solano Counties - Caltrans is performing essential T1 Steel Weld Inspection Project weld inspections and repairs on the Carquinez Bridge (I-80) and Benicia-Martinez Bridge (I-680). This work is critical to maintaining the structural integrity of both bridges.

Carquinez Bridge closures are now expected to continue through November 2025, weather permitting.

Schedule:

Benicia Bridge Southbound I-680 Lane Closures

  • Monday-Friday: 9AM - 6PM
    Lane 1 Closure: SB I-680 from Bayshore Rd to Marina Vista Ave

Carquinez Bridge Eastbound I-80 Lane/Ramp Closures

  • Monday-Thursday: 3AM - 12PM
    (through October 2025)
    Friday: 1AM - 9AM
    Full Closure: EB I-80 Onramp from Pomona St/San Pablo Ave
    Lane Closures: EB I-80 Lanes 3 and 4 from Refinery Rd to Carquinez Toll Plaza

The work is critical for ongoing structural integrity and is expected to continue:
Carquinez Bridge Closures through November 2025
Benicia Bridge Closures through January 2026

All work is weather dependent and subject to change.

Drivers may experience minor delays and are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time. Be work zone alert, drive with caution through the work zone.

For 24/7 traffic updates, please visit 511.org: https://x.com/511SFBay For real-time information, visit Caltrans QuickMap: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov Follow us on X: https://x.com/CaltransD4 Or call 1-800-472-7623, 1-800-427-ROAD for state highway conditions statewide.

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