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This page highlights some of the major construction projects happening in Carlsbad. It does not include projects from non-city utilities and private development. See the look ahead map.

Because construction work is very dynamic, schedules can change for a wide variety of reasons, such as weather, availability of supplies and other factors.  If we expect a project to have a significant impact, we typically notify those in the immediate vicinity 72 hours in advance.

For projects along major roadways, you can look for digital message boards for notices about upcoming work that could cause delays or detours. 

Although construction can cause temporary inconveniences, the good news is that we’re maintaining and improving our infrastructure year-round, and by keeping things up to date, we save money in the long run by avoiding emergency repairs. Regular maintenance also helps ensure you don’t experience a last-minute water shut off or road closure.

Highlighted streets projects

Highlighted water/wastewater/drainage projects

15-year project plan

The city's Capital Improvements Program maps out major projects and how they will be funded. Each year, the City Council approves this plan along with the city budget. See project map.

 

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    South Carlsbad Boulevard improvements

    Post Date:03/07/2023 3:43 PM

    As part of the City of Carlsbad’s ongoing work to balance the needs of all roadway users, you may notice some changes to the lanes on southbound Carlsbad Boulevard from Manzano Drive to Island Way starting today. 

    Using paint, the restriped lanes create: 

    • A shoulder on the west side of Carlsbad Boulevard that can be used by pedestrians.
    • One vehicle lane and a buffered bike lane on southbound Carlsbad Boulevard between Solamar Drive and Island Way.
    • Space for bicycle parking and up to 13 parallel parking spots for cars next to the existing North Ponto Beach parking lot, with a buffer between the bike lane and parking lane.
    • (The existing angled on-street parking south of Solamar Drive is maintained.)

    There is also new green paint to highlight potential conflict points between drivers and cyclists at intersections along Carlsbad Boulevard: 

    • Solamar Drive
    • Island Way
    • Lanikai Lane
    • Breakwater Road
    • Poinsettia Lane
    • Ponto Road
    • Avenida Encinas

    You may see crews out there next week to apply a second coat of paint. Please use caution when traveling in the area and keep an eye out for temporary lane closures and other construction activity.

    Other projects

    The city continues to work on designs for south Carlsbad Boulevard, from Manzano Drive to Island Way as part of the climate adaptation project. The current restriping does not affect that longer term project. The city expects to present updates to the Traffic & Mobility Commission and the City Council later this spring. 

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