Construction at Monterey Avenue Railroad Crossing in Capitola Scheduled for Nov. 11-13 

Motorists and pedestrians should plan for temporary traffic impacts during daytime construction 

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) will conduct construction work at the Monterey Avenue Railroad Crossing in Capitola on Wednesday, Nov. 11 through Friday, Nov. 13 as part of a project to rehabilitate the railroad crossing. Work is scheduled to take place each day from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

During construction, motorists traveling through the area may experience intermittent lane closures and brief traffic delays. Two-way traffic will be maintained throughout the construction period, with flaggers directing vehicles through the work area as needed. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, use caution when traveling through the construction area, and follow all posted traffic control signs and flagger directions. 

The rehabilitation work will include removing the existing rubber crossing panels and replacing them with asphalt. The project will also include installing truncated domes on the sidewalk approaches to the railroad tracks to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility. 

Pedestrian access will be maintained through the construction area using an extended temporary crossing platform. Pedestrians should use the designated crossing area, follow posted signs, and use caution when traveling near the construction zone. 

The RTC appreciates the community’s cooperation and patience as these essential repairs are completed. The work will help maintain the railroad crossing and improve conditions for people traveling through the area.