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How to learn more about Caltrans’ estimated $72 million Pacific Coast Highway project
The Ghost Tire Memorial, seen in 2024, was installed along Pacific Coast Highway in 2023 and marked 58 traffic deaths since 2010.
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Caltrans is hosting an informational meeting this week about a rehabilitation project for parts of Pacific Coast Highway — and the public is invited.
The estimated $72 million project would span from McClure Tunnel in Santa Monica to just south of Cross Creek Road in Malibu.
The goal is to restore the pavement along the popular scenic stretch while improving safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. It would include new sidewalks near several bus stops, better lighting and additional bike lanes, among other upgrades.
PCH has seen years of deadly crashes and is considered a top-priority safety corridor for Caltrans. After four Pepperdine University students were hit and killed by a speeding driver in October 2023, Malibu declared a local emergency and has taken several steps to deter dangerous driving.
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Parts of PCH were also damaged during the Palisades Fire, and access remains limited.
The work is expected to begin in summer 2027 and be completed by summer 2029.
How to participate
Meeting details:
- When: 6 p.m. Thursday, March 27
Where: Santa Monica Main Library – multipurpose room
601 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, 90401
Caltrans staff will go over project information and schedules. You’ll have a chance to ask questions.
You can also reach out to: RepavePCH@dot.ca.gov.
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