Carpool lanes will close to make way for new 405 Express Lanes

TRANSPORTATION

People should expect significant delays in certain areas of the I-405 as the county tests the new 405 Express Lanes, which will replace carpool lanes as part of the I-405 Improvement Project. On Oct. 26, the northbound I-405 carpool lane will close at SR-73. On Nov. 2, the carpool lanes in both directions between SR-22 and I-405, and between I-605 and I-405, will also close. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible. Once testing is complete, the 405 Express Lanes will open to the public between SR-73 and the Orange County/LA County line.

A FasTrak transponder will be required for all vehicles that use the express lanes. With a switchable FasTrak responder, vehicles with three or more passengers are always free; two-person carpool are free off-peak; and solo drivers can choose to pay a toll.

For more information, visit 405expresslanes.com.