State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 30, 2014
District: 4 – Oakland 3-Marysville
Contact: Vince Jacala Dennis Keaton
Phone: 510/286-5206 530/741-5474
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Eastbound and Westbound State Route 220
Sacramento County-Between State Route 160 and J-Mack Ferry
Roadway Closed Due to Power Lines Down
SOLANO and SACRAMENTO COUNTIES – Eastbound and westbound State Route 220 (SR-220) between State Route 160 (SR-160) and the J-Mack Ferry slip remains closed as of 4:45 PM on Tuesday, December 30 due to power lines down.
The affected section of SR-220 is located in Sacramento County near the Sacramento County/Solano County line.
Caltrans estimates reopening the roadway on Tuesday December 30 at approximately 11:59PM.
The J-Mack Ferry on SR-220 in Solano County remains open and operational. For ferry updates, call the Ferry Update Line at 510-622-0120
You can also check 511.org for the latest 24-hour traffic updates. http://511.org/
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Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Eastbound and Westbound I-80 Lanes Closed due to Powerlines Down-December 30
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 30, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Eastbound and Westbound Interstate-80-Vallejo
Between Tennessee and Redwood Streets
All Lanes Blocked Due to Power Lines Down
SOLANO COUNTY – As of 3:35 PM, all eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate-80 between Tennessee and Redwood Streets remain closed due to power lines in the roadway. Caltrans crews are responding.
At this time, there is no estimated time of reopening.
Eastbound traffic is being detoured at Tennessee Street.
Westbound traffic is being detoured at Redwood Street.
Check Caltrans Quickmaps and 511.org for the latest traffic updates.
http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
http://511.org/
Drivers are advised to expect delays and if possible take alternate routes. Caltrans has activated its overhead message signs alerting motorists in the area.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 30, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Eastbound and Westbound Interstate-80-Vallejo
Between Tennessee and Redwood Streets
All Lanes Blocked Due to Power Lines Down
SOLANO COUNTY – As of 3:35 PM, all eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate-80 between Tennessee and Redwood Streets remain closed due to power lines in the roadway. Caltrans crews are responding.
At this time, there is no estimated time of reopening.
Eastbound traffic is being detoured at Tennessee Street.
Westbound traffic is being detoured at Redwood Street.
Check Caltrans Quickmaps and 511.org for the latest traffic updates.
http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
http://511.org/
Drivers are advised to expect delays and if possible take alternate routes. Caltrans has activated its overhead message signs alerting motorists in the area.
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Tuesday, December 23, 2014
State Route 84-Real McCoy Ferry-Delta-Overnight Closure 12-23-14
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 23, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Real McCoy II Ferry Closed For Overnight Maintenance-Starting Tuesday, December 23 at 10:00 PM
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will temporarily suspend service of the Real McCoy II Ferry to perform routine preventive maintenance. The Real McCoy II is scheduled to be closed Tuesday, December 23 at 10:00 PM until the morning of Wednesday, December 24 at 4:00 AM. All work is weather permitting.
The Real McCoy II also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on State Route 84 between Ryer Island and the city of Rio Vista in Solano County.
The delta region ferry normally runs scheduled crossings every 20 minutes, on the hour, 20 minutes after the hour, and 40 minutes after the hour.
Real McCoy II Ferry Detour
During Thursday’s service interruption, motorists are advised to use Highway 160 and the J-Mack Ferry along Highway 220.
For the latest information, motorists can call the Caltrans Ryer Island Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional ferry facts, maps, schedules and pictures on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage at:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow Caltrans on Twitter at:
https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain the ferries.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 23, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Real McCoy II Ferry Closed For Overnight Maintenance-Starting Tuesday, December 23 at 10:00 PM
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will temporarily suspend service of the Real McCoy II Ferry to perform routine preventive maintenance. The Real McCoy II is scheduled to be closed Tuesday, December 23 at 10:00 PM until the morning of Wednesday, December 24 at 4:00 AM. All work is weather permitting.
The Real McCoy II also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on State Route 84 between Ryer Island and the city of Rio Vista in Solano County.
The delta region ferry normally runs scheduled crossings every 20 minutes, on the hour, 20 minutes after the hour, and 40 minutes after the hour.
Real McCoy II Ferry Detour
During Thursday’s service interruption, motorists are advised to use Highway 160 and the J-Mack Ferry along Highway 220.
For the latest information, motorists can call the Caltrans Ryer Island Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional ferry facts, maps, schedules and pictures on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage at:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow Caltrans on Twitter at:
https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain the ferries.
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Monday, December 22, 2014
I-80/I-680/SR-12 Interchange Project-EB I-80 to SB I-680 Connector & I-80 Ramp Closures for 12-23-14
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 22, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Interstate-80/Interstate-680/Highway 12 Interchange Project-Fairfield
I-680 Connector and I-80 On-Ramp Overnight Closures
Tuesday, December 23
SOLANO COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and its project partner the Solano Transportation Authority (STA) are continuing work on the Interstate-80/Interstate-680/Highway 12 Interchange Project in Fairfield.
On Tuesday, December 23, crews will repair construction signs on I-80, re-stripe traffic lanes at the Green Valley Road Onramp, and replace crash cushion barrels on the eastbound I-80 connector to southbound I-680.
Eastbound I-80 to southbound I-680 connector closures:
To ensure worker and public safety, the eastbound I-80 connector to southbound I-680 will be closed starting Tuesday, December 23 at 7:00 PM until Wednesday, December 24 at 5:00 AM
Eastbound I-80 to southbound I-680 connector detour:
Motorists headed onto southbound I-680 from eastbound I-80 will be detoured to the Green Valley Road exit, then turn right onto Lopes Road/Green Valley road, then turn left on Gold Hill Road, then turn right onto southbound I-680.
Westbound I-80 Onramp at Green Valley Road -Overnight Closure
As part of the work, the westbound I-80 onramp at Green Valley Road will also be closed Tuesday, December 23 at 11:00 PM until Wednesday, December 24 at 4:00 AM.
See our project webpage at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/projects/solano8068012/
Or follow Caltrans at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Detour signs will be posted. Motorists should expect delays. All work is weather permitting.
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to improve California’s highways.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 22, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Interstate-80/Interstate-680/Highway 12 Interchange Project-Fairfield
I-680 Connector and I-80 On-Ramp Overnight Closures
Tuesday, December 23
SOLANO COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and its project partner the Solano Transportation Authority (STA) are continuing work on the Interstate-80/Interstate-680/Highway 12 Interchange Project in Fairfield.
On Tuesday, December 23, crews will repair construction signs on I-80, re-stripe traffic lanes at the Green Valley Road Onramp, and replace crash cushion barrels on the eastbound I-80 connector to southbound I-680.
Eastbound I-80 to southbound I-680 connector closures:
To ensure worker and public safety, the eastbound I-80 connector to southbound I-680 will be closed starting Tuesday, December 23 at 7:00 PM until Wednesday, December 24 at 5:00 AM
Eastbound I-80 to southbound I-680 connector detour:
Motorists headed onto southbound I-680 from eastbound I-80 will be detoured to the Green Valley Road exit, then turn right onto Lopes Road/Green Valley road, then turn left on Gold Hill Road, then turn right onto southbound I-680.
Westbound I-80 Onramp at Green Valley Road -Overnight Closure
As part of the work, the westbound I-80 onramp at Green Valley Road will also be closed Tuesday, December 23 at 11:00 PM until Wednesday, December 24 at 4:00 AM.
See our project webpage at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/projects/solano8068012/
Or follow Caltrans at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Detour signs will be posted. Motorists should expect delays. All work is weather permitting.
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to improve California’s highways.
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State Route 37-Just west of Mare Island-Solano Co.-Construction Work-Reduced Speeds
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 22, 2014
District: 4 – Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Westbound State Route 37—Just West of Mare Island
Speed Reduced to 35 MPH during Construction Work
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is performing paving work on westbound State Route 37 (SR-37) just west of Mare Island between Solano and Sonoma Counties for two consecutive days starting Monday, December 22.
The work is scheduled Monday, December 22, and Tuesday, December 23 from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM both days.
For worker and public safety, the shoulders on westbound SR-37 will be closed, and signs cautioning drivers to the reduced speed limit of 35 miles per hour in the work zone will be posted.
Please remember to “slow for the cone zone” and if possible, “move over” when you see crews working on California highways.
Caltrans Updates
For real-time traffic, click-on Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ or the Caltrans webpage at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/
Culinan Ranch Wetland Restoration Project-Addition Information
The SR-37 work is related to the Cullinan Ranch Wetland Restoration Project. The Culinan project is a wildlife conservation project which will breech the levees near SR-37. The project site is adjacent to SR-37.
The wetland restoration is a joint project by Ducks Unlimited, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the California Department of Fish and Game, and several other area agencies.
For more information on the Culinan Ranch Project, go to its project webpage at:
www.restorecullinan.info
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 22, 2014
District: 4 – Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Westbound State Route 37—Just West of Mare Island
Speed Reduced to 35 MPH during Construction Work
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is performing paving work on westbound State Route 37 (SR-37) just west of Mare Island between Solano and Sonoma Counties for two consecutive days starting Monday, December 22.
The work is scheduled Monday, December 22, and Tuesday, December 23 from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM both days.
For worker and public safety, the shoulders on westbound SR-37 will be closed, and signs cautioning drivers to the reduced speed limit of 35 miles per hour in the work zone will be posted.
Please remember to “slow for the cone zone” and if possible, “move over” when you see crews working on California highways.
Caltrans Updates
For real-time traffic, click-on Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ or the Caltrans webpage at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/
Culinan Ranch Wetland Restoration Project-Addition Information
The SR-37 work is related to the Cullinan Ranch Wetland Restoration Project. The Culinan project is a wildlife conservation project which will breech the levees near SR-37. The project site is adjacent to SR-37.
The wetland restoration is a joint project by Ducks Unlimited, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the California Department of Fish and Game, and several other area agencies.
For more information on the Culinan Ranch Project, go to its project webpage at:
www.restorecullinan.info
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Wednesday, December 17, 2014
State Route 160-Paintersville Bridge-Emergency Repairs
State of California • Department of Transportation
NEWS ADVISORY
Date: December 17, 2014
District: 3- Sacramento
Contact: Dennis Keaton
Phone: (530)741-5474
4-Oakland
Vince Jacala
(510)286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 160-Paintersvile Bridge
Closure and Detours during Emergency Repairs
Thursday, December 17
SACRAMENTO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has temporarily closed the State Route 160-Paintersville Bridge in Sacramento County near the Delta town of Courtland due to emergency repairs.
The drawbridge currently remains in the open position due to a mechanical malfunction
As of 4:00 PM Thursday, December 17, there is no estimated time of reopening.
Caltrans will notify the public once a time is determined when the bridge will be open and operational.
The State Route 160-Paintersville Bridge is located on the Sacramento River near the Delta town of Courtland in Sacramento County.
Temporary Detours at SR-160-Paintersville Bridge:
Southbound SR-160 traffic will be detoured at the bridge to River Road.
Northbound SR-160 traffic will be detoured at the bridge to northbound on River Road towards Courtland.
Boaters should contact the U.S Coast Guard ahead of time to schedule waterway crossings under the bridge. Crossings must be approved ahead of time.
For real-time traffic, click-on Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ or check http://511.org
You can also follow Caltrans on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/CaltransD3
or https://mobile.twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our bridges and highways.
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NEWS ADVISORY
Date: December 17, 2014
District: 3- Sacramento
Contact: Dennis Keaton
Phone: (530)741-5474
4-Oakland
Vince Jacala
(510)286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 160-Paintersvile Bridge
Closure and Detours during Emergency Repairs
Thursday, December 17
SACRAMENTO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has temporarily closed the State Route 160-Paintersville Bridge in Sacramento County near the Delta town of Courtland due to emergency repairs.
The drawbridge currently remains in the open position due to a mechanical malfunction
As of 4:00 PM Thursday, December 17, there is no estimated time of reopening.
Caltrans will notify the public once a time is determined when the bridge will be open and operational.
The State Route 160-Paintersville Bridge is located on the Sacramento River near the Delta town of Courtland in Sacramento County.
Temporary Detours at SR-160-Paintersville Bridge:
Southbound SR-160 traffic will be detoured at the bridge to River Road.
Northbound SR-160 traffic will be detoured at the bridge to northbound on River Road towards Courtland.
Boaters should contact the U.S Coast Guard ahead of time to schedule waterway crossings under the bridge. Crossings must be approved ahead of time.
For real-time traffic, click-on Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ or check http://511.org
You can also follow Caltrans on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/CaltransD3
or https://mobile.twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our bridges and highways.
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State Route 24-Caldecott Tunnel Drill-To Be Rescheduled in 2015
State of California • Department of Transportation
NEWS ADVISORY
Date: December 17, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510-286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 24-Caldecott Tunnel
Mandatory Emergency Response Drill
To Be Rescheduled in 2015
ALAMEDA and CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES – Due to the recent severe weather in the San Francisco Bay Area, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has postponed the Mandatory Emergency Response Drill at the State Route 24 (SR-24) Caldecott Tunnel for the remainder of 2014.
Caltrans will strategize during the first part of January 2015 to select a date to include all of the coordinated participants, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP), local fire districts, and first responders.
Caltrans will notify the public when a new 2015 date is finalized.
Remember, use headlights with wipers. And, drive with caution when raining.
“Move over” for Caltrans crews working on the shoulders. It’s the law.
For the latest California highway conditions, call 800-427-7623, or try Caltrans Quick Maps, and get links to the most up to date weather conditions on our Caltrans webpage at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/
You can also follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
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NEWS ADVISORY
Date: December 17, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510-286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 24-Caldecott Tunnel
Mandatory Emergency Response Drill
To Be Rescheduled in 2015
ALAMEDA and CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES – Due to the recent severe weather in the San Francisco Bay Area, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has postponed the Mandatory Emergency Response Drill at the State Route 24 (SR-24) Caldecott Tunnel for the remainder of 2014.
Caltrans will strategize during the first part of January 2015 to select a date to include all of the coordinated participants, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP), local fire districts, and first responders.
Caltrans will notify the public when a new 2015 date is finalized.
Remember, use headlights with wipers. And, drive with caution when raining.
“Move over” for Caltrans crews working on the shoulders. It’s the law.
For the latest California highway conditions, call 800-427-7623, or try Caltrans Quick Maps, and get links to the most up to date weather conditions on our Caltrans webpage at: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/
You can also follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
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Monday, December 15, 2014
Highway 1 Closures in Marin County
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 12, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Bob Haus
Phone: (510) 286-5576 office
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Highway 1 Closure in Marin County
Marin County– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed a portion of State Highway 1 between Panoramic Highway and Muir Woods Road in Marin County.
Northbound traffic on Highway 1 will be detoured at Panoramic Highway. Travelers heading for Stinson Beach and beyond will stay on Panoramic Highway until they reach Highway 1. Travelers heading for Muir Beach will take Panoramic Highway to Muir Woods Road, and then will head south on Muir Woods Road to Muir Beach. Local businesses in Muir Beach will remain open during the closure.
The recent winter storm has washed away much of the soil beneath a portion of the road, leaving it unsafe for travel. Caltrans crews are currently formulating a repair plan.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 12, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Bob Haus
Phone: (510) 286-5576 office
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Highway 1 Closure in Marin County
Marin County– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has closed a portion of State Highway 1 between Panoramic Highway and Muir Woods Road in Marin County.
Northbound traffic on Highway 1 will be detoured at Panoramic Highway. Travelers heading for Stinson Beach and beyond will stay on Panoramic Highway until they reach Highway 1. Travelers heading for Muir Beach will take Panoramic Highway to Muir Woods Road, and then will head south on Muir Woods Road to Muir Beach. Local businesses in Muir Beach will remain open during the closure.
The recent winter storm has washed away much of the soil beneath a portion of the road, leaving it unsafe for travel. Caltrans crews are currently formulating a repair plan.
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Thursday, December 11, 2014
State Route 24-Caldecott Tunnels Mandatory Emergency Response Drill-Postponed Until Further Notice
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 11, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206 (desk)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 24 - Caldecott Tunnels
Mandatory Emergency Response Drill
Postponed Until Further Notice
Due to Severe Weather Conditions
ALAMEDA and CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces that the Mandatory Emergency Response Drill that was scheduled for Friday December 12 at the State Route 24 (SR-24) Caldecott Tunnels has been postponed until further notice due to severe weather conditions.
Caltrans will notify the public when the exercise will be rescheduled.
Remember to turn on your lights and slow down when driving in the rain. Watch out for CHP and Caltrans crews during severe weather conditions.
For the latest Caltrans information, visit our website at: www.dot.ca.gov/dist4
Or www.caledcott-tunnel.org
Follow us on Twitter at: http://twitter/com/CaltransD4
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 11, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206 (desk)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 24 - Caldecott Tunnels
Mandatory Emergency Response Drill
Postponed Until Further Notice
Due to Severe Weather Conditions
ALAMEDA and CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announces that the Mandatory Emergency Response Drill that was scheduled for Friday December 12 at the State Route 24 (SR-24) Caldecott Tunnels has been postponed until further notice due to severe weather conditions.
Caltrans will notify the public when the exercise will be rescheduled.
Remember to turn on your lights and slow down when driving in the rain. Watch out for CHP and Caltrans crews during severe weather conditions.
For the latest Caltrans information, visit our website at: www.dot.ca.gov/dist4
Or www.caledcott-tunnel.org
Follow us on Twitter at: http://twitter/com/CaltransD4
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Wednesday, December 10, 2014
State Route 24-Caldecott Tunnel-Mandatory Emergency Response Drill-Partial Tunnel Closure-Starts Dec 12 at 10PM
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 10, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206 (desk) 510-385-7069 (cell)
State Route 24 - Caldecott Tunnel
Mandatory Emergency Drill-Overnight Partial Tunnel Closure
Friday, December 12 at 10:00 PM
ALAMEDA COUNTY and CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct its annual mandatory emergency response drill at the State Route 24 (SR-24) – Caldecott Tunnels, Westbound, between Oakland and Orinda.
The mandatory emergency response drill begins Friday, December 12 at 10:00 PM and concludes Saturday, December 13 at 4:00 AM.
The exercise is scheduled rain or shine. In the event of a major emergency, Caltrans will notify the public if the exercise is cancelled beforehand.
For the safety of crews and the public, Bore 4 will be closed. Traffic will be redirected to Bore 3 during the drill. Bores 1 and 2 will remain open during the exercise. Traffic control and message signs will be provided ahead of the tunnel bores to help direct motorists.
The emergency management exercise will be a coordinated effort including the CHP, Oakland Fire Department, Moraga-Orinda Fire District, and Caltrans Staff. During this exercise, there will be fire simulation, crash simulation, and simulated smoke. Motorists should expect delays and plan for extra travel time.
For the latest Caltrans information, go to our District website at: www.dot.ca.gov/dist4 Or visit www.caledcott-tunnel.org for additional information and updates.
You can also follow us on Twitter at: http://twitter/com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we maintain California’s highways and tunnels.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 10, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206 (desk) 510-385-7069 (cell)
State Route 24 - Caldecott Tunnel
Mandatory Emergency Drill-Overnight Partial Tunnel Closure
Friday, December 12 at 10:00 PM
ALAMEDA COUNTY and CONTRA COSTA COUNTIES – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will conduct its annual mandatory emergency response drill at the State Route 24 (SR-24) – Caldecott Tunnels, Westbound, between Oakland and Orinda.
The mandatory emergency response drill begins Friday, December 12 at 10:00 PM and concludes Saturday, December 13 at 4:00 AM.
The exercise is scheduled rain or shine. In the event of a major emergency, Caltrans will notify the public if the exercise is cancelled beforehand.
For the safety of crews and the public, Bore 4 will be closed. Traffic will be redirected to Bore 3 during the drill. Bores 1 and 2 will remain open during the exercise. Traffic control and message signs will be provided ahead of the tunnel bores to help direct motorists.
The emergency management exercise will be a coordinated effort including the CHP, Oakland Fire Department, Moraga-Orinda Fire District, and Caltrans Staff. During this exercise, there will be fire simulation, crash simulation, and simulated smoke. Motorists should expect delays and plan for extra travel time.
For the latest Caltrans information, go to our District website at: www.dot.ca.gov/dist4 Or visit www.caledcott-tunnel.org for additional information and updates.
You can also follow us on Twitter at: http://twitter/com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we maintain California’s highways and tunnels.
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Friday, December 5, 2014
State Route 1 at Manor Drive in Pacifica-Southbound Closures early Sun Dec 7
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 5, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Gidget Navarro
Phone: 510-286-5574
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Full Highway Closure on State Route 1 at Manor Drive in Pacifica (San Mateo County)
San Mateo County- The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close both southbound lanes on State Route 1 at Post Mile 45.1, at Manor Drive in Pacifica on December 7, 2014, early Sunday morning from 3:00 am to 7:00 am. To ensure public and worker safety, this full closure is necessary to remove a rusted overhead sign with a crane.
Detour:
Traffic should exit at southbound Monterey Road; follow Palmetto Avenue on city streets back onto southbound Palmetto Avenue on-ramp to State Route 1.
Portable Message signs have been placed prior to the construction area to warn motorist of the upcoming closure.
Motorists are advised to expect minor delays and to use alternate routes. Please be alert for workers and “Slow for the Cone Zone.”
For the latest road conditions, try Caltrans Quick Map: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov
Or follow Caltrans on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain the highways.
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Thursday, December 4, 2014
State Route 82 (El Camino Real) San Mateo County-Tree Removal and One-Way Traffic controls Start Dec 8
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 4, 2014
Agency: District 4 –Oakland
Contact: Gidget Navarro
Phone: (510) 286-5574
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tree Removal on State Route 82 (El Camino Real) in the Cities of Burlingame and Hillsborough (San Mateo County)
San Mateo County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to remove approximately eleven trees on State Route 82 (El Camino Real) in the northbound and southbound direction along the Howard-Ralston Tree Row, between Ray Drive and Sanchez Avenue, in the cities of Burlingame and Hillsborough in San Mateo County. Ten Elm trees and a Eucalyptus tree will be removed, as part of the removal; Caltrans proposes replanting with disease-resistant elms.
The trees have been identified as diseased, dead, or dying and could pose a potential hazard to passing motorists, and pedestrians if not removed.
The tree removal is scheduled to start in the southbound direction on Monday, December 8 through December 12. The northbound direction tree removal is tentatively scheduled for the week of Monday, December 15 through December 19.
Work will start each day Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (All work is weather permitting).
To ensure worker and public safety during the work, one-way traffic controls will be implemented to help guide motorist through the area.
During one-way traffic controls, flaggers will alternate traffic on northbound and southbound State Route 82. (El Camino Real) One lane will remain open at all times. However, motorists should allow for extra travel time and expect minor delays.
NOTE: The week of December 15 through December 19, the southbound Howard Avenue & El Camino Real bus stop will be closed.
For real-time traffic, go to Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Or follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain California’s highways.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 4, 2014
Agency: District 4 –Oakland
Contact: Gidget Navarro
Phone: (510) 286-5574
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tree Removal on State Route 82 (El Camino Real) in the Cities of Burlingame and Hillsborough (San Mateo County)
San Mateo County – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to remove approximately eleven trees on State Route 82 (El Camino Real) in the northbound and southbound direction along the Howard-Ralston Tree Row, between Ray Drive and Sanchez Avenue, in the cities of Burlingame and Hillsborough in San Mateo County. Ten Elm trees and a Eucalyptus tree will be removed, as part of the removal; Caltrans proposes replanting with disease-resistant elms.
The trees have been identified as diseased, dead, or dying and could pose a potential hazard to passing motorists, and pedestrians if not removed.
The tree removal is scheduled to start in the southbound direction on Monday, December 8 through December 12. The northbound direction tree removal is tentatively scheduled for the week of Monday, December 15 through December 19.
Work will start each day Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (All work is weather permitting).
To ensure worker and public safety during the work, one-way traffic controls will be implemented to help guide motorist through the area.
During one-way traffic controls, flaggers will alternate traffic on northbound and southbound State Route 82. (El Camino Real) One lane will remain open at all times. However, motorists should allow for extra travel time and expect minor delays.
NOTE: The week of December 15 through December 19, the southbound Howard Avenue & El Camino Real bus stop will be closed.
For real-time traffic, go to Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Or follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain California’s highways.
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Road Closure at State Routes 12 and 121 in Sonoma County due to Flooding
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: December 3, 2014
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Allyn Amsk Vince Jacala
Phone: (510) 286-4948 (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ROAD CLOSURE AT STATE ROUTES 12 and 121 DUE TO FLOODING
SONOMA COUNTY –This morning at approximately 10 a.m. Caltrans closed access to the intersection of State Route 12 and 121 due to flooding. The intersection and access roads in the area will be closed until flooding has abated. Check 511.org for an estimated time for opening.
Road Closures
Caltrans has currently closed three access points to the SR 12/121 intersection. Road closures are in place at:
• SR 116 and Arnold Drive
• SR 121 and A Street
• SR 12 at Watmaugh Road
Follow directions of maintenance workers and follow detour signs to reach your destination. The California Highway Patrol will be on site for traffic enforcement. Please remember to Slow for the Cone Zone.
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