Charleston Boulevard Traffic Restricted for Construction
Expect one lane in each direction through the project area until the Commerce Street intersection reopens on Nov. 20.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Construction
Live Poll
Do you feel local road projects in your area prioritize business access enough during construction?
Commuters in the downtown area should plan for delays as the Charleston Boulevard Storm Drain project enters a new four-week phase. The intersection of Commerce Street and Charleston Boulevard is now closed on the south side to accommodate ongoing paving and infrastructure work.
Why it matters
This infrastructure project is essential for managing regional flood control between Maryland Parkway and Commerce Street. The current closure is a required step to finalize paving and restore access to local streets by late November.
The new project phase spans four weeks, with daily work occurring from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. While Charleston Boulevard remains open with one lane in each direction, the full storm drain infrastructure project is slated for completion by the end of 2027.
The players
Charleston Boulevard Storm Drain Project
The infrastructure initiative tasked with installing storm drainage systems between Maryland Parkway and Commerce Street.
The details
Construction crews are currently performing paving and infrastructure work at the intersection of Commerce Street and Charleston Boulevard. Charleston Boulevard will maintain one lane in each direction through the project area for the duration of this phase. Commerce Street remains a two-way street for the stretch between California Avenue and Charleston Boulevard, though the south side of the intersection remains impassable to vehicles until work concludes.
Timeline
Construction phase began Oct. 22, 2026.
Commerce Street is scheduled to reopen Nov. 20, 2026.
Full project completion is expected by the end of 2027.
Beyond the Strip
This project follows the infrastructure prioritization set by the Regional Flood Control District's master plan. It continues the valley-wide effort to upgrade storm drainage systems that have been systematically replaced across older downtown corridors.
Drivers using the downtown corridor should expect traffic shifts and delays on Charleston Boulevard through late November. Access to Commerce Street from the south side of the intersection is restricted until the expected reopening on Nov. 20.
The takeaway
Expect one-lane travel in each direction on Charleston Boulevard until this phase concludes in four weeks. Watch for the scheduled reopening of the Commerce Street intersection on Nov. 20.
Further reading
Get the latest updates on city infrastructure in our Construction section.
Live Poll
Do you feel local road projects in your area prioritize business access enough during construction?
