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Caltrans outlines Big Sur bridge replacements; locals press for historic-style rails and clarity on new 45 mph stretches
Summary
Caltrans presented early designs and timelines for several Highway 1 bridge projects in Big Sur, including Lime Kiln and Rocky Creek work, and said engineering studies support lowering some corridor speeds to 45 mph; residents pressed officials to prioritize historic aesthetics, safety and clearer signage.
Caltrans staff briefed the Big Sur byway panel on planned bridge replacement and rail upgrades for multiple Highway 1 sites and said the agency will return with more design options and required permits.
John O'Lane (speaker 13) opened the presentation and Caltrans (speaker 4) summarized two projects near Lime Kiln and the adjacent Weagle viaduct, noting a project website and staff contacts for public outreach. Caltrans said right-of-way acquisitions are anticipated in 2027 and that design, advertising for bids and construction phases are scheduled to follow; the team also named Ryan Caldera as the project manager for the site.
The update included both structural and visual information on proposed safety rails. Several attendees objected to the proposed Type 85 safety barrier as inconsistent with…
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