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East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

20-mile highway closure slated for California's notorious 'Blood Alley'

Highway 41's notorious 20-mile section, known for accidents including James Dean's death, will close for five days for improvements.
The highway improvements aim to enhance safety and traffic flow.
#bicycle-safety
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

CalBike: Help the Caltrans Quick-Build Bill Get Out of Committee - Streetsblog California

fromStreetsblog
1 week ago
Alternative transportation

CalBike: Help the Caltrans Quick-Build Bill Get Out of Committee - Streetsblog California

#environmental-impact
#highway-1
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Part of Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu burn area reopens after weekend storm causes debris flow

PCH reopened Monday morning with soft closure restrictions, and was only open to residents with burn scar passes, contractors, emergency responders, and designated Metro and school buses.
Los Angeles
#roadwork
#transportation
#yosemite-national-park
#public-safety
California
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Caltrans may close deadly left turn across Highway 1

The Santa Lucia Canyon intersection on Highway 1 is California's most dangerous left turn, with alarming collision statistics prompting safety discussions and improvement plans.
California
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Caltrans may close deadly left turn across Highway 1

The Santa Lucia Canyon intersection on Highway 1 is California's most dangerous left turn, with alarming collision statistics prompting safety discussions and improvement plans.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
2 months ago

Caltrans Launches Long-Awaited Study on I-580 Truck Ban and Pollution Impact | KQED

Balancing health impacts from air quality with other influencing factors is crucial in discussions about highway pollution and community health.
#california-transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
California

New Report Quantifies Five Years of Caltrans Freeway Expansion, including Demolitions - Streetsblog California

Caltrans has expanded freeway lanes across California, countering the narrative that highway development is a thing of the past.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Travel

For Bay Area drivers, a turn to Tahoe has never been easier to miss

A highway construction project may cause motorists to miss the critical exit for Tahoe, leading to possible downtown Sacramento congestion.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

New Report Quantifies Five Years of Caltrans Freeway Expansion, including Demolitions - Streetsblog California

Caltrans has expanded freeway lanes across California, countering the narrative that highway development is a thing of the past.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
California

Semi-truck driver arrested for allegedly stealing 4,107 gallons of diesel from Caltrans yards in Walnut Creek and Hercules

A Pittsburg man was arrested for allegedly stealing over 4,100 gallons of diesel fuel from Caltrans yards, worth $15,065.
#traffic-updates
#sierra-nevada
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
California

Chain control, traffic holdups on I-80 over Donner Pass amid multiple spinouts

fromSFGATE
3 months ago
California

Chain control, traffic holdups on I-80 over Donner Pass amid multiple spinouts

#traffic-safety
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

Californians love to hate I-5 and Highway 101. But which is actually worse?

Caltrans is committed to providing the best travel experience possible for all Californians. The department is dedicated to improving the state highway system and providing a safer...
Travel
fromSFGATE
6 months ago

The future of California rest stops is coming for Interstate 5

"The John 'Chuck' Erreca Safety Roadside Rest Area, after its $34 million renovation, will serve as a model for new Caltrans California highway rest stops, featuring eco-conscious systems and high-albedo concrete."
California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

Here's where the 605 Freeway will be closed this weekend

Caltrans announced an extended weekend closure on the 605 Freeway between Interstate 5 in Downey and Firestone Boulevard in Norwalk for repaving. This complete closure of all southbound lanes is expected this Friday and Sunday, with ongoing lane closures through Monday morning. Motorists should anticipate significant delays as they will be rerouted through surface streets.
Los Angeles
fromSFGATE
7 months ago

Caltrans seeks input on project to remove racist Bay Area freeway

"Today, I-980 represents a painful physical monument to the segregation and discrimination of generations past," Caltrans wrote in a statement.
East Bay (California)
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago

Report Details the Unfulfilled Promise of Complete Streets in Caltrans Projects - Streetsblog California

"Caltrans needs more oversight. The Complete Streets Bill will require clearer goals and better reporting for Complete Streets, ensuring that the agency prioritizes the needs of all road users."
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Caltrans to close southbound I-680 between Alcosta Blvd. and I-580 connector this weekend

"Caltrans plans to close Southbound I-680 from 9 p.m. Friday until 4 a.m. Monday for freeway repaving, advising motorists to plan ahead for delays."
California
fromSFGATE
8 months ago

Caltrans closing two sections of scenic Central Coast highway

"Heavy spring rains caused a slipout resulting in the need to construct a retaining wall in this location," Caltrans wrote in an announcement for the closure.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago

Big rig dump truck's collision with freeway sign closes northbound I-680 near I-580 interchange during morning commute

A dump truck collided with an elevated freeway sign early Wednesday, leading to a closure of northbound I-680 and significant traffic delays during the morning commute.
San Francisco 49ers
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
9 months ago

Another detour coming to Gilman Street as interchange project continues

Drivers should anticipate significant detours as Gilman Street closes for construction related to a long-term redesign of the Eastshore Freeway interchange.
NYC food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
11 months ago

Caltrans delves into GenAI testing to reduce bottlenecks, keep roads safe

Caltrans is leveraging GenAI to analyze data from traffic sensors and cameras to address road congestion and safety issues in California, supported by Governor Newsom's initiative in using new technologies for public service improvement.
Artificial intelligence
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