South Palm Canyon Bridge Project Enters Final Construction Stage In Palm Springs

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — The South Palm Canyon Bridge project is entering its final stage of construction, with pedestrian access changes and a traffic shift scheduled for the week of Nov. 16, the city announced Friday.

Beginning Tuesday morning, Nov. 17, the eastern sidewalk on the bridge will open while the western sidewalk closes to allow crews to install barrier rails and artwork.

Pedestrians will need to cross South Palm Canyon Drive at East Sunny Dunes Road or Mesquite Avenue to reach the open sidewalk.

A traffic shift is expected to take place by Friday evening, Nov. 20, with one lane remaining open in each direction as traffic moves to the outside lanes.

Northbound traffic will shift to the outside lane, while all turns at East Sunny Dunes Road will remain available. Southbound traffic will remain unchanged.

The left turn into Cody Place will continue to be unavailable until late 2026, according to the city.

Temporary pavement markers will be used to identify traffic lanes until permanent striping is completed.

The final phase will include additional safety improvements and artwork installation.

City officials advised motorists and pedestrians to follow posted construction signs, reduce speeds and allow additional travel time when passing through the work zone.

The South Palm Canyon Bridge project remains on schedule for completion in late 2026.