Story perspectives

Pothole Repairs on 14 Freeway Cause Major Traffic Disruptions

4/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) crews will repair a large pothole on the 14 Freeway in Antelope Valley, south of Palmdale Boulevard, causing major traffic disruptions.
The California Highway Patrol reports lanes 2, 3, and 4 are closed, leaving only lane 1 open.
Nightly closures will continue through April 10 due to ongoing construction.
A longer southbound closure is scheduled from April 24 for 55 hours, with significant backups expected.

1 of 1

Story summary

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) crews will repair a large pothole on the 14 Freeway in Antelope Valley, south of Palmdale Boulevard, causing major traffic disruptions.
The California Highway Patrol reports lanes 2, 3, and 4 are closed, leaving only lane 1 open.
Nightly closures will continue through April 10 due to ongoing construction.
A longer southbound closure is scheduled from April 24 for 55 hours, with significant backups expected.