Saturday, May 17, 2025

Altadena Roadway Remains Closed for Repair of Fire-Damaged Bridge

A stretch of Lincoln Avenue in Altadena remained closed Saturday while county crews worked to repair a bridge that was damaged in the Eaton Fire and has continued to degrade.

The roadway was closed Wednesday between Altadena Drive and Palm Street after inspectors noted new cracking and other damage on the bridge. The bridge had already been given a 7-ton weight restriction after the Eaton Fire in January, but the new damage necessitated the closure so repairs can be made.

“Public safety is our top priority,” Mark Pestrella, director of Los Angeles County Public Works, said in a statement. “We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as we work urgently to install a temporary bridge that will restore full access to the roadway and support ongoing recovery efforts in the area.”

The closure will likely last through the summer months, with a temporary bridge expected to be in place by the end of September. Motorists were being advised to plan ahead and avoid the area.