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Big Sur is a 90-mile (145-kilometer) stretch of the state’s central coast where often misty, forested mountains descend to the ocean. Much of Highway 1 is perched on the edge of cliffs, presenting dramatic views that draw tourists. The route experiences frequent closures because of landslides stemming from severe weather.
Caltrans said stabilization efforts will allow local residents and emergency workers to use Highway 1 through a one-lane stretch north of Rocky Creek Bridge. Part of Highway 1 cut off after ...
Update, 11:56 a.m.: Highway 1 remains closed south of Posts, California to Ragged Point, California. The coast near Big Sur was reevaluated Sunday morning after closing Saturday. Maintenance and ...
The partial roadway closure further limits access to the scenic highway through Big Sur, which is still recovering from other landslides last winter and earlier this season that closed a different ...
Highway 1 is closed indefinitely from Palo Colorado Road to Rocky Creek Bridge, the California Department of Transportation said on social media after a new landslide eroded part of the roadway.
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December 1955 was the fifth wettest since 1872. At the Big Sur Maintenance Station, 8.45 inches of rain was recorded in one 24-hour period on December 23. Torrential rains caused flood conditions throughout Monterey County and Highway 1 in Big Sur was closed in numerous locations due to slides. [64]
Communities and businesses stuck between two landslides on Highway 1 in Big Sur will again be cut off for at least two days, as officials temporarily halt the convoys Thursday and Friday for weather.