SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY— The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is alerting the public that State Route 138 (SR-138) is currently under an emergency closure near Silverwood Lake due to the Lake Fire.

As the fire remains active, Caltrans crews are conducting damage assessments as safely and thoroughly as possible within the burn scar. While we cannot yet determine the full extent of the damage, our engineering team is proactively exploring options to expedite both the construction process and the necessary funding. As soon as CalFire gives us clearance, we will be ready to begin repairs immediately.

State Route 138 is currently fully closed from Old Mill Road to State Route 173.Please seek alternative routes until further notice.