Introduction to Wilshire Boulevard Closure
A four-block section of Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills will be closed for three weeks, with detours in place, as part of ongoing LA Metro construction on the D Line Extension.
The full closure between El Camino Drive and Crescent Drive will run from March 17 to April 7 to allow crews to complete deck removal and roadway restoration for the Wilshire/Rodeo Station, which is currently under construction.
Construction Details
Work will take place 24 hours a day, seven days a week, except during holidays and regional events, LA Metro officials said.
Map shows the planned road closures on Wilshire in Beverly Hills from March 17 to April 7, 2025. (City of Beverly Hills)
Impact on Metro Bus Routes
The construction will also impact Metro bus routes.
Starting March 17, Metro Lines 20 and 720 will detour via Santa Monica Boulevard, Burton Way, and San Vicente Boulevard, with temporary stops along the route. Line 617 will reroute via Santa Monica Boulevard, Century Park East, and Olympic Boulevard, with a temporary stop at Santa Monica and Wilshire.
These detours will remain in place through April 7.
Project Overview
The Wilshire/Rodeo Station is part of the D Line, formerly the Purple Line, extension, which will connect downtown Los Angeles to Westwood in about 25 minutes. The project is being built in three sections, with the first phase from Wilshire/Western to Wilshire/La Cienega set to open this year. The second phase, including Wilshire/Rodeo, is expected to be completed in 2026.
Conclusion
The closure of Wilshire Boulevard for three weeks is a significant step towards the completion of the D Line Extension project. While the construction may cause temporary inconvenience to commuters, it is a necessary step towards improving the transportation infrastructure in Los Angeles. For more information on the project and traffic detours, visit beverlyhills.org/purpleline.
FAQs
Q: When will the closure of Wilshire Boulevard start and end?
A: The closure will start on March 17 and end on April 7.
Q: Which Metro bus routes will be affected by the construction?
A: Metro Lines 20, 720, and 617 will be detoured during the construction.
Q: What is the purpose of the construction?
A: The construction is part of the D Line Extension project, which aims to connect downtown Los Angeles to Westwood.
Q: Where can I find more information about the project and traffic detours?
A: You can visit beverlyhills.org/purpleline for more information.
