California Department of Transportation

01/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/15/2026 18:38

Traffic Advisory Multiple Lane Closures Continues I-80 Albany to Rodeo through February 2026

Traffic Advisory Multiple Lane Closures Continues I-80 Albany to Rodeo through February 2026

Published: Jan 15, 2026

Schedule: Ongoing through February 2026 (weather permitting)
Weeknights: 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM

Contra Costa County - Caltrans is continuing overnight maintenance and safety upgrades along Interstate 80 (I-80) between Buchanan Street in Albany and Highway 4 in Hercules. Work includes traffic advisory sign installation, electrical conduit and pull box installation, and median activities.

Closure Information

  • Multiple lanes, including on- and off-ramps, will be closed in both directions of I-80 between 9:00 PM and 5:00 AM, Monday through Friday.
  • All closures are limited to overnight hours only. Daytime work on shoulder only.

Scheduled Work Details

  • Detour Sign Removal (EB & WB): Throughout the project limits.
  • Electrical Work (EB & WB): Shoulder work to install electrical conduits and pull boxes.
  • Electrical Work (EB & WB): Replacing traffic loops in mainline freeway lanes
  • Median Work: Graffiti cleanup near Cutting Boulevard

**All work is weather dependent and subject to change**

Changeable Message Signs (CMS) will provide advance notice for motorists traveling in the area. 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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