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Road Work in Palm Desert and Palm Springs Area To Cause Traffic Wednesday and Thursday
Several road closures and lane restrictions will affect Palm Desert traffic Wednesday and Thursday as maintenance work continues in the area.
Wednesday Closures:
The southbound number one lane on Monterey Avenue at Highway 111 will be closed from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m. for construction work.
Vista Chino through the wash will be completely closed starting at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday for maintenance operations. Crews will clear shoulder and drainage lanes and relocate sand to the south side of the wash. The road is expected to reopen by afternoon.
Thursday Closures:
On Thursday, the number one lane in both directions on Washington Street at Harris Lane will be closed from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Drivers are advised to plan alternate routes or allow extra travel time during these closure periods.
By: NBC Palm Springs
September 3, 2025
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