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CalTrans is reporting that southbound 99 is currently closed at Olive Drive due to downed power lines in the roadway. Traffic is being detoured at Olive Drive.
The back-up is currently at approximately 1.5 miles. They do not have a timeframe on when lanes will be open.
BAKERSFIELD: Southbound 99 is currently closed at Olive Drive due to downed power lines in the roadway. Traffic being detoured at Olive Drive. Backup is currently 1.5 miles, expect delays. No ETO at this time. pic.twitter.com/Hw8FExIpKg
— Caltrans District 6 (@CaltransDist6) September 29, 2020
