Traffic Alert: Brentwood Boulevard repairs set for July, expected delays in at least two occasions

Brentwood, California – Under a recent plan issued by the Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) for required pavement repair on Brentwood Boulevard, residents and commuters in Brentwood are advised to be ready for small travel interruptions in the coming period. The repairs are set to take place on two consecutive Fridays, July 12 and July 19, 2024, from early morning until the afternoon.

The route under renovations spans Sellers Avenue to Byron Highway. Assuming good weather, work crews will be working from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Electronic message boards will be positioned properly to notify drivers about the continuous work and anticipated delays, therefore reducing inconvenience. Drivers passing this region at these times should expect delays ranging from 15 to 20 minutes.

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Temporary lane closures and traffic controls will be used during repair hours to direct motorists safely across the work zones. To help drivers avoid delays, the Public Works Department advises them to consider alternate routes wherever possible.

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The maintenance of Brentwood Boulevard is part of CCCPWD’s broader mandate to oversee more than 660 miles of roads in the region. Apart from road maintenance, the department oversees over 150 miles of streams and channels, many county buildings, and facilities including Byron Airport in Byron and Buchanan Field Airport in Concord. In unincorporated portions of Contra Costa County, they also offer basic services such parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, and flood control.

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Residents and commuters are advised to visit their website at http://www.cccpublicworks.org/for more information regarding the pavement repair job or other services supplied by the Contra Costa County Public Works Department. Here, information on road conditions and any adjustments to the work schedule brought about by unanticipated events will also be quickly distributed to help you to arrange your travel.