Road Construction Along Walnut St. (including 241st St., April Ct., Callison St., Turrell St., and Nordman St.)
Crews are working on raising all underground utility covers to match the asphalt level. Streets are open to vehicular access and parking. Crews have been accommodating when access is needed to residences in the construction zone.
Temporary tabs are currently in place along the centerline of the street, with striping scheduled for next week after the next storm.
Street sweeping and related parking enforcement will resume next week. Parking enforcement officers will be issuing notices/warnings this week while our crews remove the coverings from the posted street signs indicating the parking restriction. To avoid receiving a ticket for street sweeping and to ensure our teams have access to the curb for cleaning, please move your vehicle according to posted parking restrictions.
Due to a technical issue, we apologize for not posting an update on this page yesterday.
Construction work will resume tomorrow Friday, March 7. Streets will once again be closed to vehicular traffic and street parking between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to apply the second layer of asphalt. Vehicles will be permitted to park and drive on the street once crews deem it safe. Please follow all street signage and instructions from the construction workers.
Due to the new storm coming in, no paving will be taking place in the construction zone on Wednesday, March 5. Residents can use street parking and have full vehicle access to their residences. Construction is anticipated to resume Thursday or Friday, pending weather conditions. An update will be posted on this page tomorrow afternoon.
For your safety, please follow all posted parking and traffic control signage during construction. Thank you for your cooperation.
Today’s update is short and sweet. Great progress has been made with the first layer of asphalt applied to all streets in the construction site. Application of the second layer is anticipated later this week due to the rain. Construction crews will also be replacing the sidewalk panels that were dug out on Walnut near April Court and 241st Streets weather permitting.
Athens serviced trash barrels this morning before the asphalt was applied. If your bin was missed, feel free to reach out to their customer service line at (888) 336-6100.
This week crews began leveling the ground to ensure proper drainage and alignment. In the southern portion of the construction area, road base has been applied as crews work their way northbound toward the City boundary on Walnut Street.
The underground water main improvements at Turrell Street are complete, with crews working on the cross gutter to ensure smooth water flow through the intersection. At every step of the project, the appropriate testing and inspections are taking place to ensure the project meets safety and quality standards.
While the weather forecast indicates another rain storm on the way, it is actually going to be a positive factor, as it will help with the compaction of the road base. At this time, the project will move forward as planned. Our teams will be monitoring the weather and planning next steps accordingly.
Our entire team is committed to ensuring that this project is completed successfully with care and attention to detail. As we work to enhance the infrastructure, we are excited to see these improvements create a more vibrant, safer, and more enjoyable environment for everyone.
After a series of delays, the wait is finally over! We are thrilled to announce that the street improvement project is ready to move forward. Get ready for a smoother, better and more vibrant street ahead!
The repairs on the Turrell Street water line are complete and our contractor has begun removing the extra soil and gravel that was placed on the muddy streets during the storms. Please follow all traffic control and no parking signage and instructions from the construction crews for everyone’s safety.
In addition we ask that residents take immediate action to repair any faulty irrigation systems on their property to ensure the project stays on track. Soil conditions need to be dry to proceed with the construction work. Water being directed into or running off into the construction area is causing significant delays and need to be addressed immediately to avoid further disruptions. Thank you for your cooperation.
When the water line on Turrell Street was broken earlier this month, crews conducted an emergency, temporary fix to get water service back online. Contractors began working on the final repairs to be completed by February 20. No water shut offs are anticipated. In addition, crews will start removing the excess gravel that was originally placed on the unpaved streets during the storms for vehicle access. They will begin removing the gravel on the southern portion of the construction area and work their way north in the next couple of days.
To minimize the dust in the area, there will be an extra street sweeping pass on February 20 in the adjacent streets to the construction zone. No street sweeping tickets will be issued however we kindly ask that residents move their vehicles so the sweeper can have full access to the street and help keep our community clean.
Our sincere apologies for the delays, and gratitude for your patience. The City of Lomita is dedicated to investing in our infrastructure while utilizing your tax payer dollars to deliver a project that lasts for many years to come.
The project was delayed mostly due to a water main break and undetected leak in a water main pipe, making the foundation too saturated for asphalt and base to be applied. Crews believe we have isolated the leak and with the weather conditions improving, we are expecting to make significant progress in the next week.
With updates occurring hour by hour, it is important that residents and motorists obey all laws and regulations in the area to ensure safe conditions for both community members and workers. For safety reasons, DO NOT approach the construction site or engage with workers or contractors. Violators will be subject to fines and prosecution.
Thank you Lomita for your patience and support!
In anticipation of the next storm, our teams have proactively secured additional pumps, hoses, sediment bags for catch basins and other essential supplies to help mitigate potential issues. We are taking all necessary precautions to minimize any disruptions and ensure that we are fully prepared for the storm’s impact in the construction zone. Our team is closely monitoring weather conditions and will be on standby to address any challenges that may arise. In addition, the sandpit at City Hall has been refilled and residents are welcome to take sandbags as part of their own storm preparedness efforts.
Your safety and well-being remain our top priority, and we appreciate your cooperation as we work to manage the situation effectively.
Our teams have been hard at work at the construction site and behind the scenes to mitigate the current road conditions. After exploring multiple (and very costly) options and encountering supply issues, our teams have removed the top layer of mud before adding more road base to maintain drivable conditions. For the most part, the streets are muddy yet firm and the added base helps to absorb some of the moisture while we continue to pump out rainwater. These streets have a natural impervious clay material underneath the mud making the drying out process more challenging.
Lomita sheriffs have been conducting additional patrol checks in the area. This is a construction zone and all unsafe driving activities are being reported. We continue to kindly ask that vehicles be limited to area residents to ensure everyone’s safety.
Athens will continue to service all trash barrels. Please place out your bins on your normal collection day to be serviced. Athens Services is available at (888) 336-6100 if further assistance is needed.
The City of Lomita would like to inform area residents that the ongoing road reconstruction project is currently experiencing delays due to inclement weather. The rainy conditions have led to muddy road surfaces, which have made it challenging for crews to continue their work as planned. The project will resume once soil conditions are dry enough to continue work.
Additionally, due to the current soil conditions, trash collection service has been temporarily delayed. We are working with Athens Services to have the carts walked from the impacted streets to the trash truck to be serviced. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience during this time. Once conditions improve, trash collection services will resume normal operations.
In the meantime, we kindly ask that vehicles in the construction area be limited to area residents to ensure your safety and prevent any further delays. Once feasible, our teams will power wash the area. The City apologizes for the inconvenience and continues working with the contractor on interim solutions to help mitigate the road conditions.
Please contact PublicWorks@LomitaCity.com or call (310) 325-7110 ext. 155 during business hours with questions or concerns. For after-hour urgent requests, please call (310) 597-6429. To report trash carts that need to be serviced, please call Athens Services at (888) 336-6100. Thank you for your understanding.
The Zone G Street Reconstruction Project is experiencing unforeseen delays due to a water main break from this past weekend (January 31) that caused muddy road conditions. Your water service is back to normal operations and is safe to drink, as it is regularly sampled and tested.
This street reconstruction project affects portions of Walnut Street, 241st Street, April Court, Callison Street, Terrell Street, and Nordman Street. The pavement reconstruction will continue to be delayed until the soil conditions are dry enough for work. The City apologizes for the inconvenience and is working with the contractor on an interim solutions to help mitigate road conditions.
If you have any questions, please contact PublicWorks@LomitaCity.com or call (310) 325-7110 ext. 155 during business hours. If you have an after-hours street request, please call (310) 597-6429.
