Travelers in both directions on Highway 101 south of Buellton will encounter daytime traffic closures for pavement griding and paving operations starting Monday, July 6.

Motorists from south of the Santa Rosa Road overcrossing to just north of Old Coast Highway will experience daytime traffic closures southbound from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and northbound from 5 a.m.-4 p.m.

Crews will be removing the existing pavement and replacing it with new surfacing through Aug. 21. Crews will work on the lane line, reducing traffic speed to 55 mph.

Bumps and ground surface changes may occur during work, so motorcyclists and cyclists should exercise caution.

Travelers can expect delays of up to 10 minutes and are advised to allow for extra time during their commute through the area.

The project is expected to be completed by November. Contractor for this $15.9 million project is CalPortland Construction of Santa Maria.