Caltrans to add lane to PCH north of Santa Monica to address landslide problems

Caltrans is planning to take priority action to fix a persistent landslide problem that’s caused congestion on Pacific Coast Highway north of Santa Monica.

KNX News’ Pete Demetriou reported work on the “Tramonto Slide” could begin in about a month. Marc Bischoff, a Caltrans spokesman, explained a director's order was given to build a second northbound lane.

“There's no room in the median to add the second lane, so we're gonna have to shift all lanes, including the southbound lanes, toward the shoulder of the southbound lane. So figure toward the ocean, towards the beach side,” Bischoff said.

When the project is complete, there will be two lanes going in each direction on PCH at Porto Marina Way. Crews will also have to remove lane delineators, which are set in concrete in the center median.

The entire project may take as long as two weeks to complete. The majority of the construction will take place at night.

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