Short-Term Closure on SR-82 (El Camino Real) in Burlingame on Friday, November 6

SAN MATEO COUNTY ― Caltrans has scheduled an upcoming closure on El Camino Real (SR-82) in Burlingame to continue paving operations. Crews will perform the placement of asphalt to create a smoother, more durable driving surface. This work will improve roadway conditions and enhance the overall ride quality for motorists.

To facilitate this work, the following closure will be in place:

Closure Information:

Florbunda Ave to Carmelita Ave

• Northbound lanes to remain closed
• Friday, November 6
• 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Detour through California Drive

During the closure, drop-off and pick-up access on Fairfield Road near McKinley Elementary School will be unavailable. Please plan accordingly and follow posted detours.

Additionally, pedestrian crossings of El Camino Real between Floribunda Avenue and Palm Avenue will remain limited during paving operations.

Motorists should plan to follow the authorized, posted detours. because many side streets adjacent to El Camino Real are too narrow to accommodate large traffic volumes and can quickly become gridlocked and dangerous.

Please note:

• Left turns are prohibited on State Route 82 (El Camino Real) in active construction zones where only one lane of traffic is open in each direction
• Left turns are permitted on Broadway Avenue
• For SamTrans riders: Extended detours are in place during the project duration. Please refer to these links for more information: https://www.samtrans.com/ecr-burlingame-detour

The $173M El Camino Real roadway rehabilitation project will maintain El Camino Real as a safe, accessible, and reliable transportation corridor. The project encompasses repaving the road and upgrading sidewalks for enhanced mobility. It also aims to reduce localized flooding and to improve visibility.

Thank you for your patience as we work to maintain this vital thoroughfare.