There are several projects underway in Chino. Many of these projects have been in the works for years and once completed, will bring much needed improvements to our community.


We appreciate your patience as you navigate the inconvenience of detours and road closures. Remember to plan ahead and follow posted signage and detours.

Run For Russ 5K Closures

Run For Russ Street Closures

Impact:

  • Central Avenue from C Street to Schaefer Avenue
  • Chino Avenue from 6th Street to Magnolia
  • Magnolia Avenue from Chino Avenue to Schaefer Avenue
  • Schaefer Avenue from Central Avenue to Magnolia Avenue


Timeline:

These streets will be temporarily closed or have limited access from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, February 4. All road closures or restrictions will be re-opened after the event.

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Full Closure of Merrill Avenue

Merrill Avenue from Euclid Avenue to Stearman Drive

Impact:

Full 24 hour closure in both directions.


Timeline:

Begins Friday, February 10, 2023 through the end of May 2023.


Detour Information:

The primary detour route will be Euclid Avenue to Eucalyptus Avenue to Bon View Avenue. Truck detour signs will be placed along Euclid noting truck traffic should use Edison to Bon View or Pine to Hellman to avoid the closure.



More About the Project:

As part of the Ontario Ranch Business Park development, extensive improvements to Merrill Avenue near the intersection of Euclid are underway. The Ontario developer will be installing major underground utilities like sewer, storm drain and water connections.


Access to the Chino Airport and its businesses will be maintained at all times from the east on Merrill Avenue at Bon View Avenue.


Surrounding Closures to Note:

  • Grove Avenue at Merrill by the City of Ontario
  • Bickmore Avenue from Euclid Avenue to Quality/Mayhew for Alere Development (scheduled to reopen on February 14)

SR-71 Lane and Ramp Closures

SR-71 Lane Closure

Impact:

North-bound SR-71 #2 Lane Closure from Prado Dam to RV/SBD County Line


Timeline:

Saturday, February 4 from 6:30am to 2:00pm.


More About the Project:

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) alerts the public that the Corona Maintenance Crew will perform tree maintenance operations on State Route 71 (SR-71) in Corona. Weather permitting.




SR-71 Lane & Ramp Closures

Impact:

Closure of:

  • Southbound Lane 2 from RIV/SBD County Line to SR-91
  • Southbound Lane 2 from Farm Service Road to Santa Ana River
  • Southbound Lane 3 from Pine Ave to SR-83/Euclid Ave.
  • Southbound 71 / WB 91 Connector
  • Southbound Pine Avenue On-Ramp

Timeline:

Monday, February 6 through Friday, February 10 from 9:00pm to 6:00am. Weeknight work concludes Saturday, February 11 at 6:00am.


More About the Project:

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is performing work for the $10.1M Fiber Optic Installation Project on State Route 71 (SR-71) in the City of Chino Hills. This project involves installing Transportation Management System (TMS) field elements and a fiber optic communication system.

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City Road Improvements


D Street from Monte Vista Ave to 2nd Street

Impact:

Full 24 hour closure in both directions.

Timeline:

Monday, January 30 through June 2023.

Detour Information:

2nd Street to C Street or Chino Avenue.

More About the Project:

Public improvements include storm drain, curb, gutter, sidewalk, pedestrian ramps and crosswalks. Local access will be maintained.



Central Avenue at Eucalyptus

Impact:

Temporary lane closures at the intersection.

Timeline:

Completion expected late winter 2023.

More About the Project:

Public improvements to roadway, sidewalk and traffic signal.



Chino Ave. between Mountain Ave and Bunker Hill Place

Impact:

Intermittent lane closures with at least one lane open in each direction at all times.

Timeline:

Completion expected late winter 2023.

More About the Project:

Street improvements include pothole work and storm drain installation.



Edison Avenue from Central Avenue to east of Oaks Avenue

Impact:

Eastbound and Westbound turns on Edison at Oaks are closed.

Timeline:

End of summer 2023.

Detour Information:

Central or Mountain to Eucalyptus / College Park.

More About the Project:

Construction of storm drain, street widening, curb, gutter & sidewalk, pavement rehabilitation, Ayala Park entrance improvements, traffic signal improvements, and pedestrian accessibility improvements as part of the College Park ultimate Improvement Project.



Philadelphia Avenue from Benson Avenue to Town Square

Impact:

Full 24 hour closure of westbound lanes.

Timeline:

January 11, 2023 through February 10, 2023.

Detour Information:

North on Benson Avenue, west on Francis, South on Central to Philadelphia Avenue.

More About the Project:

Work includes the installation of a storm drain and other wet utilities as part of the construction of the Chino Villas Assisted Living and Memory Care center.



Schaefer Avenue from East End to Euclid Avenue

Impact:

Short, intermittent lane closures from 8:00am-4:00pm.

Timeline:

Completed by mid February.

More About the Project:

Street improvements included asphalt repairs, slurry seal and striping of the road.


PRESERVE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS



Bickmore Avenue from Euclid Avenue to Quality/Mayhew

Impact:

Full 24 hour closure in both directions.

Timeline:

November 9, 2022 through February 14, 2023 (The reopen date has been extended due to inclement weather.)

Detour Information:

East on Kimball and south on Rincon Meadows.

More About the Project:

Work completed includes sewer and storm drain improvements as a condition of the Alere development Detour. After full closure is completed, additional public improvements will be ongoing and may include temporary lane reductions.



Kimball Avenue from Euclid Avenue to Rincon Meadows 

Impact:

intermittent lane closures with at least one lane open at all times.

Timeline:

Completion scheduled for mid February 2023.

More About the Project: As part of the ongoing development in The Preserve, Kimball Avenue, between Euclid Avenue and Rincon Meadows Avenue is being improved to include the installation of underground utilities, raised median, streetlights, traffic signals and the installation of a large storm drain to help reduce flooding in the area. 



Pine Avenue from West Preserve Loop to Homecoming Drive

Impact:

Pine Avenue will be reduced to one lane in both directions between West Preserve Loop and Homecoming Drive and access to East Preserve Loop south of Pine will be closed for the duration of the project.

Timeline:

July 30, 2022 through Spring 2023

Detour Information:

Residents of The Preserve can take Kimball as an alternate route. Eastvale residents are encouraged to take Archibald north to Merrill. Residents south of Pine can use Market Street to Hellman, additionally, Legacy Park St is now open and available as an alternate route. Truck traffic will be diverted to Merrill. 

More About the Project:

As part of the development of the Town Center at The Preserve, Pine Avenue between West Preserve Loop and Harvest/Homecoming is being improved. 

Improvements include widening the road to 5 lanes, 2 new traffic signals, repaving of Pine and installation of underground utilities & center medians. Once completed, this project will relieve congestion & improve traffic flow on Pine Avenue.

Chino and Montclair Area Overlay Project

Chino and Montclair areas for pavement rehabilitation. (click on map for full notice)

The County of San Bernardino Department of Public Works is beginning the Chino & Montclair Area Overlay Project. The project will include overlaying the roads with various resurfacing treatments to improve the look and driving experience.


This work will be performed between September 2022 and April 2023. Normal working hours will be between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. Monday through Friday.


There will be “No Parking Signs” posted indicating the specific dates work will be performed on the street. During working hours, access to the public will be limited. In an effort to keep residents, crews and property safe, please follow these guidelines:

1. Do not park your vehicles on the roadway

2. Do not allow water to run on the roadway

3. Do not allow children to play in the roadway

4. Do not place trash cans or other debris on the roadway


For questions about this project, please contact The San Bernardino County Department of Public Works at 909-387-7920.

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