Alameda Traffic Signal Work Scheduled Tuesday, Wednesday

ALAMEDA, CA — Alameda drivers and pedestrians can expect delays and detours on Tuesday and Wednesday when Caltrans starts replacing traffic signals with accessible pedestrian signals on Encinal Avenue.

The work will take place at the intersection of Encinal Avenue and Oak Street on Tuesday, and at the intersection of Encinal Avenue and Broadway on Wednesday.

Work will be performed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Caltrans is enhancing safety for pedestrians and wheelchair users.

The work is part of an overall project that includes upgrading existing curb ramps, enhancing crosswalk markings and installing vehicle speed feedback signs. This project also incorporates Complete Streets elements, which includes the conversion of the existing two through lanes to one through lane in each direction, a center two-way left-turn lane, two Class II bicycle lanes, and parking within the project limits.