State Street extension opens to traffic

The long-awaited extension of State Street is finally complete and opened to traffic last week.

The new, half-mile section between 16th Street and Baseline Street improves mobility in the west side of San Bernardino.

Construction included four lanes of divided road, as well as new medians, sidewalks, streetlights, and storm drains and cost the City $7.4 million.

“The completion of the State Street extension marks a significant milestone in the City’s ongoing efforts to improve connectivity, accessibility, and the quality of life for our residents,” said City Manager Charles Montoya.

The State Street extension is located just south of the 210 Freeway and parallels the Lytle Creek Basin. The new street improves access to the freeway, decreases cut through traffic in neighborhoods, and provides better access for residents to Arroyo Valley High School and Anne Shirrells Park.

“For over 20 years, this project has been a priority for San Bernardino residents on the West Side,” added Montoya. “We are thrilled to complete this project and see that vision become a reality. It looks beautiful.”

The city plans to add irrigation and landscaping in the coming months and construct a median between 16th Street and Hanford Street.