At a Glance
- 3.6-mile stretch of Topanga Canyon Boulevard (SR-27) will reopen Friday at 5 a.m. after debris removal.
- Highway closed preemptively on Tuesday, Dec. 30 due to expected rain; crews are clearing debris from the Palisades Fire and winter storms.
- Motorists urged to drive cautiously; a 25-mph speed limit and work-zone restrictions remain in place.
- Why it matters: Drivers traveling between Pacific Coast Highway and Grand View Drive need to plan for delays and follow updated safety rules.
Topanga Canyon Boulevard (State Route 27) is set to reopen early Friday after crews finish clearing storm-related debris. The 3.6-mile stretch, closed since Dec. 30, remains a busy work zone for recovery from the Palisades Fire and winter storms.
Reopening Schedule
Caltrans announced the highway will reopen at 5 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, once debris flows are removed. The closure was originally triggered by anticipated rain, and additional rain is still forecast for the weekend, which could prompt another temporary shutdown.
- 25-mph speed limit in effect through the work zone.
- Parking, stopping, and pedestrian access prohibited.
- Fines may be doubled in work zones.
Work Zone Conditions
The roadway is normally closed to the public from midnight to 5 a.m. daily, and crews continue to monitor for storm impacts. Drivers are advised to exercise extra caution on blind curves, near one-way sections, and around workers and slow-moving vehicles.
Key Takeaways
- Reopening set for Friday, 5 a.m. after debris removal.
- 25-mph speed limit and strict access restrictions apply.
- Additional rain could trigger another closure; check Caltrans Quickmap for updates.
With the reopening scheduled for Friday morning, motorists should check Caltrans Quickmap for real-time updates and plan accordingly.
