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DER-SP Announced Blockages in September for Signaling Services in a Curve Section, with Total Traffic Restriction and Alternatives for Drivers
The Oswaldo Cruz Highway (SP-125), which connects Taubaté to Ubatuba, on the north coast of São Paulo, will be completely blocked in a mountain stretch considered one of the most steep and winding in Brazil. The blockage will occur on September 9, 10, 16, and 17, always between 11 AM and 3 PM, from km 79.6 to km 87, for signaling works.
According to the Department of Highways of São Paulo (DER-SP), the services include painting lanes and installing reflective studs, fundamental measures to enhance the safety of drivers traveling through the region. The agency emphasizes that the choice of schedule aims to minimize the impact on traffic.
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Mountain Section Requires Total Blockage
According to the DER, it will not be possible to implement the “stop and go” system used in other road points. This is because the blocked section is located in a mountain area with sharp curves and little visibility, making the alternate release of lanes unfeasible. During the blockage, only emergency vehicles will have authorized access.
The information was released by the Diário do Litoral portal, which reinforced the alert to drivers to plan their routes in advance. The recommendation is to avoid the blockage times to not face queues and delays in accessing the coast.
Alternative Routes for Drivers
For those traveling from Ubatuba to Caraguatatuba, the alternative will be to use the Rio-Santos Highway (SP-055). For drivers departing from Taubaté heading to Ubatuba, they should access the Governor Carvalho Pinto Highway (SP-070), proceed on the Tamoios Highway (SP-099), and finally enter the city via the Rio-Santos.
The DER also advises that in case of adverse weather conditions, such as heavy rain, the schedule may be subject to changes. Updated information will be available through the official phone number 0800 055 5510.
Safety Operation, Practical Care, and the Correct Gear for Descending the Mountain:
The operation will be supported by the Military Highway Police and teams from the Basic Care Unit (UBA), positioned at strategic points, such as bases in São Luiz do Paraitinga and Ubatuba. The objective is to guide drivers, speed up services, and reinforce safety in the blocked section.
In addition to respecting the scheduled blockages, drivers circulating through the Oswaldo Cruz Mountain should take extra precautions. It is recommended to maintain a safe distance between vehicles, avoid sudden braking, and drive with constant attention due to the sharp curves.
Another important point is the proper use of gears when descending the mountain. The DER advises that drivers use reduced gears (first, second, or third, depending on the vehicle’s weight and the incline), avoiding keeping the car just on the brake, which can cause overheating and loss of brake system efficiency.
By combining route planning, respecting signage, and using the correct gear while descending, drivers significantly increase safety while traversing this stretch considered one of the steepest in the country.
Have you ever needed to travel through the Oswaldo Cruz Mountain, considered one of the steepest and most challenging in Brazil? Did you have any remarkable experiences, difficulties, or unexpected situations on that stretch?
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