Weekend Closure of All Lanes on I-8 East for Construction from September 13-16

Attention East County Pre-Owned customers! A significant traffic advisory has been issued for the upcoming weekend. All lanes of Interstate 8 East (I-8 East) will be closed for construction from September 13th through September 16th starting at 9pm on Friday the 13th to 5am Monday the 16th.



What You Need to Know:

Full Closure Details:

The closure will affect all lanes of I-8 East from west of State Route 125 in La Mesa to east of State Route 67 in El Cajon between the hours specified by the construction crew, affecting multiple on-ramps and exits. Please plan for alternate routes or expect delays as construction crews work to complete the project efficiently.

Expected Delays and Alternate Routes:

Travelers are advised to use alternative routes such as Interstate 805 (I-805) or State Route 94 (SR-94) to bypass the construction area. Traffic will be detoured to northbound State Route 126, eastbound State Route 52, southbound 67, and eastbound I-8. Local streets may also provide detour options, but please consider that increased traffic is likely on these routes. We encourage everyone to plan ahead and allow extra time for travel.

Reason for Closure:

This lane closure is part of a planned construction effort to repair the bridge over El Cajon Blvd. The project aims to provide a smoother, safer driving experience for all motorists once completed.

Stay Updated:

Stay informed on the latest updates by checking local traffic advisories, news outlets, and the East County Magazine. Follow traffic apps and local news stations for real-time information.

How to Find Us:

From Highway 67 South

  1. Take Highway 67 South to Magnolia Avenue.
  2. Continue straight until you reach West Main Street and turn right (heading west).
  3. Merge left onto El Cajon Boulevard and continue driving.
  4. Proceed to the Johnson/El Cajon Boulevard Roundabout.
  5. You will find us at the southeast corner of Johnson Avenue at 327 El Cajon Boulevard.


From North County

  1. Take I-5 South to Freeway 8 East.
  2. Continue on Freeway 8 East and merge onto CA-125 North.
  3. Head east on CA-52.
  4. Merge onto CA-67 South and take the exit for Magnolia Avenue.
  5. Continue until you reach West Main Street, then turn right (west).
  6. Merge left onto El Cajon Boulevard and continue straight.
  7. Proceed to the Johnson Avenue/El Cajon Boulevard round-a-bout.
  8. You will find us at the southeast corner of Johnson Avenue at 327 El Cajon Boulevard.


From the East

  1. Start on 8 West.
  2. Exit onto Magnolia Avenue.
  3. Head south on Magnolia Avenue.
  4. Continue until you reach West Main Street.
  5. Turn right onto West Main Street.
  6. Merge left onto El Cajon Boulevard.
  7. Proceed until you reach the Johnson/El Cajon Boulevard round-a-bout.
  8. You’ll find us at 327 El Cajon Boulevard, on the southeast corner of the round-a-bout.


From the South

  1. Start on Interstate 125 North.
  2. Take Interstate 52 East.
  3. Merge onto Interstate 67 South.
  4. Exit onto Magnolia Avenue.
  5. Continue until you reach West Main Street.
  6. Turn right onto West Main Street.
  7. Merge left onto El Cajon Boulevard.
  8. Proceed until you reach the Johnson/El Cajon Boulevard round-a-bout.
  9. East County Pre-Owned Superstore is located at 327 El Cajon Boulevard, on the southeast corner of the round-a-bout.


From the West

  1. Begin on Interstate 8 East.
  2. Take Interstate 125 North.
  3. Take Interstate 52 East.
  4. Merge onto Interstate 67 South.
  5. Exit onto Magnolia Avenue.
  6. Continue until you reach West Main Street.
  7. Turn right onto West Main Street.
  8. Merge left onto El Cajon Boulevard.
  9. Proceed until you reach the Johnson/El Cajon Boulevard round-a-bout.
  10. You’ll find East County Pre-Owned Superstore at 327 El Cajon Boulevard, on the southeast corner of the roundabout.