Nightly Highway 101 Closures in Marin County Scheduled This Week

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  • calendar_today October 19, 2026
  • Technology

Caltrans Schedules Overnight Closures on Highway 101

Caltrans has announced a series of overnight lane and ramp closures on Highway 101 in Marin County this week as crews continue essential roadwork. The closures are part of an ongoing Capital Preventive Maintenance project.

Closure Dates and Hours

The closures will be in effect from Monday through the morning of Saturday. Lane closures are set for 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following day, affecting both northbound and southbound traffic as crews carry out paving and permanent pavement striping operations.

Highway 101 Ramp Closures Detailed

Several ramps on Highway 101 are also scheduled to close:

  • Northbound off-ramp to Industrial Way: 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
  • On-ramp from Industrial Way: 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
  • Northbound off-ramp to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard: 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.
  • Off-ramps to Second Street and North San Pedro Road: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
  • Northbound on-ramp from Lincoln/Villa Avenue: 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
  • Southbound off-ramp to Francisco Boulevard: midnight to 4 a.m.

Marin County Roadwork Detours

Caltrans has outlined various traffic detours for affected drivers. Alternative routes have been planned near Redwood Highway, Lincoln/Villa Avenue, and North San Pedro Road to help mitigate traffic disruptions caused by the closures.

Bus Stops and Public Transportation

The agency has warned that some bus stops along the affected ramps may also be impacted during the overnight closures. Travelers using public transportation are advised to check updated schedules and plan accordingly.

Caltrans Maintenance Advisory to Drivers

Drivers in Marin County are encouraged to plan ahead and check traffic conditions before setting out, as the closures may cause delays. The work is expected to improve road surfaces through paving and permanent striping, contributing to the long-term safety and functionality of Highway 101.

Source: kron4.com.