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Night Lane Closure Set on Highway 1 in Carmel Oct. 12

Caltrans plans a nighttime Highway 1 lane closure in Carmel beginning Monday, Oct. 12, for tree trimming operations.

Monterey County California DeskOctober 7, 2026
Night Lane Closure Set on Highway 1 in Carmel Oct. 12

Key takeaways

  • Caltrans plans a nighttime lane closure on Highway 1 in Carmel.
  • The work is for tree trimming operations.
  • The closure is scheduled to begin Monday, Oct. 12.

The California Department of Transportation plans to begin a nighttime lane closure on Highway 1 in Carmel on Monday, Oct. 12, for tree trimming operations.

What is planned

The work will take place at night and will involve a lane closure on Highway 1 in Carmel. Caltrans identified tree trimming as the reason for the operation.

The announcement does not establish the closure’s end date, the lane or lanes affected, or the exact work location within Carmel. Those details are not included here.

What drivers should know

Drivers using Highway 1 in Carmel should account for the scheduled nighttime work beginning Monday, Oct. 12. The notice identifies a lane closure, but it does not state whether traffic will be diverted or how long individual delays may last.

Agency involved

Caltrans is the state transportation agency responsible for the planned operation. The work concerns Highway 1 and is tied to tree trimming in Carmel.

What to watch

  • The start of the nighttime closure on Monday, Oct. 12.
  • Caltrans updates on the closure’s location, duration or traffic handling.

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