Evening Connector Closures on I-805 and SR-54; Smooth Morning Commute Expected

San Diego Morning Commute Overview

Commuters in San Diego can expect a relatively smooth start to their Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Weather conditions remain clear with sunny skies and a high near 69 degrees, leading to ideal visibility and dry pavement for the morning rush. No major accidents or unplanned incidents have been reported on the primary arteries, including Interstate 5, Interstate 15, and State Route 163, as of early this morning. However, several planned evening closures and transit accessibility issues are currently in effect that may impact your return trip or transfer points later today.

Key Roadworks and Highway Closures

Caltrans District 11 has scheduled several significant infrastructure projects that will result in nightly closures. Drivers should prepare for the following disruptions during the evening hours:

• I-8 to I-805 Northbound Connectors: The connectors from both eastbound and westbound Interstate 8 to northbound I-805 are scheduled to close nightly from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. This work is part of an ongoing rehabilitation project and is expected to continue through Friday, March 13. Motorists are advised to utilize Interstate 15 as an alternate route.
• SR-54 and Southbound I-805: The connector from westbound State Route 54 to southbound I-805 will be closed tonight starting at 10:30 p.m. Additionally, full closures of Telegraph Canyon Road will be in effect between Nacion Avenue and Halecrest Drive during this same period. These closures are slated to end by 5:00 a.m. tomorrow morning.
• I-805 Infrastructure Repairs: General roadwork continues along various stretches of the I-805 corridor in the South Bay. While most work is confined to nighttime hours, drivers may notice shifting lane configurations near the H Street and Telegraph Canyon Road ramps.

Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Alerts

Public transit riders utilizing the Trolley network should be aware of several equipment outages that may affect travel times and accessibility today:

• Grossmont Station: The elevators at Grossmont Station (serving the Green and Orange Lines) remain out of service. A replacement shuttle is currently operating between the Grossmont Trolley platform and Grossmont Center Drive to assist passengers with mobility needs. Alternatively, riders can use Bus Route 852.
• Stadium and SDSU Stations: Accessibility issues persist at Stadium Station due to an elevator outage and at SDSU Station due to escalator maintenance. Passengers are encouraged to use the ramps or elevators at SDSU and the stairs or ramps at Stadium Station.
• Route 110 Notice: Regular commuters of the Route 110 (Mira Mesa Express) should note that a public hearing is scheduled for March 19 to discuss the potential discontinuation of this service.

Commuter Safety Tips

With sunset expected in the early evening, commuters heading home during the start of the nightly closures should remain vigilant for Caltrans crews and temporary signage. The transition from the sunny daytime conditions to the nightly construction zones can often lead to congestion at the I-8 and I-805 junction. We recommend checking real-time traffic maps before 9:00 p.m. to ensure your route is clear of the scheduled connector shutdowns.