The Ramon Road Bridge Project is set to start this winter. How will you be impacted?

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Big changes are coming to the Ramon Road Bridge, but concerns are growing over the impacts of a long construction project.

The Ramon Road Bridge is set to be widened from a 4-lane bridge to a 6-lane bridge, with 3 lanes flowing in each direction. The goal is to reduce congestion and increase traffic flow. New bridge barriers and bridge supports will also be installed to reinforce the bridge infrastructure. Repaving work and driveway improvements are also expected to be done, as shown in the map below.

Construction is expected to begin later this year, with a projected end date in Winter 2028/Spring 2029. The Palm Springs City Council will be opening the project to bidders at the next council meeting.

Earlier this year, News Channel 3's Luis Avila investigated the rough road conditions along the stretch of Ramon in the spotlight.

While the expansion and improvements are widely considered to be necessary upgrades in a high-traffic area, there's some concern over the impact the construction will have.

Concerned cyclists reached out to News Channel 3 about a lengthy detour that would place riders inches alongside traffic. They said they were worried about the lack of an undercrossing connecting the two sides of the CV Link while the bridge is worked on.

Tonight, we're hearing the concerns from the community and getting answers from the city on how they plan to balance construction with cyclist and driver safety.

Stay with us for our full report at 6 o'clock.