Notice Cause
Construction
Notice Effect(s)
Detour
Lane Closure
Noise
Noise and Vibration
Traffic Delays
Start Date
End Date
Why
VTA will continue construction activities on State Route (SR) 85 in San Jose next week. Most work will take place overnight to minimize traffic impacts. Work is weather-dependent and subject to change.
What to Expect
- Lane and Ramps may be closed nightly (8:00 PM – 5:00 AM):
- Temporary closures may occur near the Saratoga Avenue on-ramp, as well as along median sections of SR 85.
- Drivers should watch for shifted lanes and K-rail barrier adjustments.
- Noise and Lighting:
- Nighttime work will include guardrail replacement, concrete barrier installation, pavement grinding, and storm drain adjustments.
- Residents near the corridor may notice construction noise and work lights.
Work Activities
- Guardrail replacement along outside shoulders and median sections.
- Median concrete barrier installation (hand- and machine-poured).
- Pavement grinding and asphalt repaving with rubberized asphalt.
- Drainage improvements, storm inlet adjustments, and trash capture device installation.
- Surveying and utility potholing at concrete barrier locations.
Locations
- Saratoga area (northbound on-ramp): Ivy removal, guardrail replacement.
- Median sections (multiple locations): Concrete barrier pours, inlet adjustments, pavement work.
- Outside shoulders (various): Guardrail replacement, inlet adjustments, trash capture devices.
Stay Informed:
- For project updates, visit: https://www.vta.org/projects/state-route-85-noise-reduction-program
- For questions, contact VTA Community Outreach: (408) 321-7575 or email community.outreach@vta.org
Detour
Ramp Closures & Detours:
The northbound SR 85 on-ramp at Saratoga Avenue may be closed nightly (8:00 PM–5:00 AM). Please follow detour signs.
If you're traveling northbound on Saratoga Avenue:
➡ Continue on Saratoga Ave
⬅ LEFT on Lawrence Expressway
⬅ LEFT on Prospect Rd
➡ RIGHT on De Anza Blvd
⬅ LEFT onto Northbound SR 85 on-ramp
If you're traveling southbound on Saratoga Avenue:
➡ Continue on Saratoga Ave
➡ RIGHT on Saratoga-Sunnyvale Rd
➡ Continue on De Anza Blvd
⬅ LEFT onto Northbound SR 85 on-ramp
Traffic Impacts
- Expect overnight lane closures and possible ramp restrictions.
- Allow for extra travel time if driving in the SR 85 corridor during construction hours.
- Use caution around crews and equipment.