East Lomas Santa Fe Corridor Improvements Project

Project Overview At A Glance

• The City of Solana Beach is reconstructing Lomas Santa Fe Drive from Santa Helena Drive to Highland Drive - a federally funded corridor improvement project spanning approximately 0.93 miles. The project is the first phase of the Lomas Santa Fe Corridor Project extending from Cedros Drive to Highland Drive.
• The project delivers significant multimodal upgrades including a new dedicated multi-use path (shared-use pedestrian and bicycle path) along the corridor's north side, Class II bike lanes in both directions, and upgraded ADA-compliant curb ramps throughout.
• Roadway reconstruction includes full-depth asphalt concrete pavement replacement, new Type G curb and gutter, Type B-1 median curb, and a 2" grind and overlay on portions of the corridor.
• A new retaining wall will support the widened roadway where grading constraints exist between Santa Helena and Las Banderas.
• Storm drain improvements include replacement of aging corrugated metal pipes, new storm drain, new Type B curb inlet channels, brow ditches, and biofiltration basins for water quality treatment.
• Raised medians with landscaping and irrigation will be constructed throughout the corridor to improve traffic operations and aesthetics.
• Signing, striping, and traffic signal modifications are included at key intersections along the corridor.
• Landscape and irrigation improvements feature native and drought-tolerant plantings with a purple (recycled water) drip and spray irrigation system.
• The Project received $7M in federal grant funding through CPFCDSL and will be partially funded through the City’s Transportation Impact Fee and Measure S.

Construction Activity and Anticipated Schedule

• September 2026 – late summer 2027
• No construction during Del Mar Fair and around Thanksgiving & Christmas holidays
• Monday – Friday, except for city holidays
• 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Project Updates

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Traffic Alerts & Lane Closure Updates 

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Construction Progress Tracker

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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