State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: March 1, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Real McCoy Ferry
Returned to Service
Emergency Repairs Completed
Thursday, March 1, 2018
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has returned the Real McCoy Ferry on State Route 84 (SR-84) to service after completing emergency repairs to the boat’s propulsion system.
The repairs were completed and the boat returned to service at approximately 2:30 PM on Thursday, March 1, 2018.
The closure started the night of Sunday, February 25, 2018.
The Real McCoy also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on SR-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.
For the latest information, call the Caltrans Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional information on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our Delta Ferries.
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Thursday, March 1, 2018
Monday, February 26, 2018
SR-29 Sonoma Blvd in Vallejo Ped Hybrid Beacon HAWK System Activated Feb 27
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 26, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 29/Sonoma Boulevard-Vallejo
HAWK / Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons
Caltrans Activates System for First Time in North Bay
Starts, Tuesday, February 27, 2018
SOLANO COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to activate new pedestrian hybrid beacons also known as the HAWK System or the High Intensity Activated Crosswalk System at four intersections on State Route 29 (SR-29) / Sonoma Boulevard in Downtown Vallejo on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.
These overhead pedestrian warning lights will be the first of their kind in the North Bay.
Project Benefits
The new Beacons were installed to increase safety at busy intersections when pedestrians are present. When the system is off, traffic can flow freely when no pedestrians are present.
How do the beacons work?
Pedestrians press a button before entering a crosswalk which activates the beacon. It then flashes yellow and turns solid yellow. The beacon then turns solid red which alerts motorists to stop. Unlike signal lights, beacons do not go green. Instead, after having turned red, they flash red, then go dark after enough time for pedestrians cross. This allows motorists to proceed when no pedestrians are present.
Brighter LED Street Lights and Repainted Crosswalks
As part of the project, Caltrans also installed new brighter LED street lights at 10 intersections along 2-miles of SR-29 between Illinois and Cherry Streets. Crews also repainted several crosswalks.
Where are these new beacons located in Vallejo?
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Illinois Street
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Alabama Street
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Ohio Street
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Capitol Street
Please drive with caution when pedestrians are present.
For additional project information, go to our website:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/d4/29hawkbeacon
For real-time traffic, click-on Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Or follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/caltransd4
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 26, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 29/Sonoma Boulevard-Vallejo
HAWK / Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons
Caltrans Activates System for First Time in North Bay
Starts, Tuesday, February 27, 2018
SOLANO COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is scheduled to activate new pedestrian hybrid beacons also known as the HAWK System or the High Intensity Activated Crosswalk System at four intersections on State Route 29 (SR-29) / Sonoma Boulevard in Downtown Vallejo on Tuesday, February 27, 2018.
These overhead pedestrian warning lights will be the first of their kind in the North Bay.
Project Benefits
The new Beacons were installed to increase safety at busy intersections when pedestrians are present. When the system is off, traffic can flow freely when no pedestrians are present.
How do the beacons work?
Pedestrians press a button before entering a crosswalk which activates the beacon. It then flashes yellow and turns solid yellow. The beacon then turns solid red which alerts motorists to stop. Unlike signal lights, beacons do not go green. Instead, after having turned red, they flash red, then go dark after enough time for pedestrians cross. This allows motorists to proceed when no pedestrians are present.
Brighter LED Street Lights and Repainted Crosswalks
As part of the project, Caltrans also installed new brighter LED street lights at 10 intersections along 2-miles of SR-29 between Illinois and Cherry Streets. Crews also repainted several crosswalks.
Where are these new beacons located in Vallejo?
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Illinois Street
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Alabama Street
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Ohio Street
SR-29/Sonoma Blvd and Capitol Street
Please drive with caution when pedestrians are present.
For additional project information, go to our website:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/d4/29hawkbeacon
For real-time traffic, click-on Caltrans Quick Maps at: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/
Or follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/caltransd4
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Real McCoy Ferry Closed for Emergency Repairs Until Further Notice
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 26, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Real McCoy Ferry
Emergency Repairs Started Sunday, February 25, 2018
Closed Until Further Notice
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has suspended service of the Real McCoy Ferry on State Route 84 (SR-84) until further notice to perform emergency repairs to the boat’s propulsion system. The closure started the night of Sunday, February 25, 2018.
Caltrans will make an announcement once repairs are completed.
The Real McCoy also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on SR-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 Ferry Detour
During the temporary service interruption of the Real McCoy, motorists are advised to use the J-Mack Ferry on State Route 220 or the Miner Slough Bridge on State Route 84 to travel between Ryer Island and communities in Sacramento and Solano counties.
For the latest information, call the Caltrans Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional information on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our Delta Ferries.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 26, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Real McCoy Ferry
Emergency Repairs Started Sunday, February 25, 2018
Closed Until Further Notice
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has suspended service of the Real McCoy Ferry on State Route 84 (SR-84) until further notice to perform emergency repairs to the boat’s propulsion system. The closure started the night of Sunday, February 25, 2018.
Caltrans will make an announcement once repairs are completed.
The Real McCoy also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on SR-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 Ferry Detour
During the temporary service interruption of the Real McCoy, motorists are advised to use the J-Mack Ferry on State Route 220 or the Miner Slough Bridge on State Route 84 to travel between Ryer Island and communities in Sacramento and Solano counties.
For the latest information, call the Caltrans Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional information on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our Delta Ferries.
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Thursday, February 22, 2018
SR-37/121 Intersection Signage and Painting Postponed Due to Weather
State of California • Department of Transportation
NEWS RELEASE
Date: February 22, 2018
Contact: Vince Jacala
vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SR 37/121 Intersection Signage and Painting Postponed
Due to Weather
Improvements Will Discourage Queue-Jumping
SONOMA COUNTY — Caltrans has postponed implementation of improvements to the intersection of State Highway 37 and 121 in Sonoma County due to weather. Caltrans will make an announcement as soon as a new timeframe to repaint lanes and install new signage is determined.
The intersection has experienced congestion caused in part by queue-jumping in the eastbound lanes of Highway 37. Caltrans will implement a series of improvements consisting of new signage and striping that will help improve travel time through the intersection. Among the improvements are:
• Improved lane striping that provides two lanes of mixed-flow traffic eastbound on SR-37.
• New signage that directs eastbound drivers approaching the intersection to use either lane for continuing on SR-37, or to use left turn pockets to turn onto SR-121.
Get real-time traffic on Caltrans QuickMap: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Follow us on Twitter: @CaltransD4. Please #BeWorkZoneAlert.
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NEWS RELEASE
Date: February 22, 2018
Contact: Vince Jacala
vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SR 37/121 Intersection Signage and Painting Postponed
Due to Weather
Improvements Will Discourage Queue-Jumping
SONOMA COUNTY — Caltrans has postponed implementation of improvements to the intersection of State Highway 37 and 121 in Sonoma County due to weather. Caltrans will make an announcement as soon as a new timeframe to repaint lanes and install new signage is determined.
The intersection has experienced congestion caused in part by queue-jumping in the eastbound lanes of Highway 37. Caltrans will implement a series of improvements consisting of new signage and striping that will help improve travel time through the intersection. Among the improvements are:
• Improved lane striping that provides two lanes of mixed-flow traffic eastbound on SR-37.
• New signage that directs eastbound drivers approaching the intersection to use either lane for continuing on SR-37, or to use left turn pockets to turn onto SR-121.
Get real-time traffic on Caltrans QuickMap: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Follow us on Twitter: @CaltransD4. Please #BeWorkZoneAlert.
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Friday, February 16, 2018
New Striping and Signage Coming to SR 37/121 in Sonoma County
State of California • Department of Transportation
NEWS RELEASE
Date: February 16, 2018
Contact: Vince Jacala
vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New Striping and Signage Coming to SR 37/121 Intersection
Improvements Will Discourage Queue-Jumping
SONOMA COUNTY — Starting February 24, Caltrans will implement improvements to the intersection of State Highway 37 and 121 in Sonoma County. The intersection has experienced congestion caused in part by queue-jumping in the eastbound lanes of Highway 37. Caltrans will implement a series of improvements consisting of new signage and striping that will help improve travel time through the intersection. Among the improvements are:
• Improved lane striping that provides two lanes of mixed-flow traffic eastbound on SR-37.
• New signage that directs eastbound drivers approaching the intersection to use either lane for continuing on SR-37, or to use left turn pockets to turn onto SR-121.
The work is expected to last two nights, February 24 and 25. Motorists should drive with caution through the work zone. Traffic fines are doubled in construction zones. Get real-time traffic on Caltrans QuickMap: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Follow us on Twitter: @CaltransD4. Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain California’s highways. Please #BeWorkZoneAlert.
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NEWS RELEASE
Date: February 16, 2018
Contact: Vince Jacala
vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (510) 286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New Striping and Signage Coming to SR 37/121 Intersection
Improvements Will Discourage Queue-Jumping
SONOMA COUNTY — Starting February 24, Caltrans will implement improvements to the intersection of State Highway 37 and 121 in Sonoma County. The intersection has experienced congestion caused in part by queue-jumping in the eastbound lanes of Highway 37. Caltrans will implement a series of improvements consisting of new signage and striping that will help improve travel time through the intersection. Among the improvements are:
• Improved lane striping that provides two lanes of mixed-flow traffic eastbound on SR-37.
• New signage that directs eastbound drivers approaching the intersection to use either lane for continuing on SR-37, or to use left turn pockets to turn onto SR-121.
The work is expected to last two nights, February 24 and 25. Motorists should drive with caution through the work zone. Traffic fines are doubled in construction zones. Get real-time traffic on Caltrans QuickMap: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/. Follow us on Twitter: @CaltransD4. Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain California’s highways. Please #BeWorkZoneAlert.
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Thursday, February 15, 2018
SR-12 Rio Vista Bridge Paint Projects Begins/Overnight One-Way Traffic Controls Start 2-15-18
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 15, 2018 #18-038
District: District 3 - Marysville, www.dot.ca.gov/dist3
Contact: Dennis Keaton dennis.keaton@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (530) 741-5474
District: District 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (510) 286-5206
District: District 10 - Stockton
Contact: Skip Allum skip.allum@dot.ca.gov
Phone: (209) 948-7176
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Highway 12 Rio Vista Bridge Paint Project Begins Tonight
More Information at http://www.riovistabridge.com
SACRAMENTO and SOLANO COUNTIES – Caltrans is alerting motorists that overnight lane closures on the State Highway 12 Rio Vista Bridge in the Delta are scheduled to begin tonight, February 15.
Motorists should allow additional travel time in the area as crews begin work on a $37.1 million painting project aimed at preserving the structure over the Sacramento River in Sacramento and Solano counties.
The drawbridge will remain open to traffic throughout the project. However, one of the two lanes on the bridge will be closed during the overnight hours on weekdays and some weekends to accommodate crews. Bicycle and pedestrian access will remain open. Motorists can expect delays because of the one-way traffic controls.
The project is lengthy because there will be no complete closures of the bridge and work will be limited to nighttime into the early morning during the week with some weekends as needed. Completion is expected by winter 2020. For updated project information go to http://www.riovistabridge.com.
Daily Schedule
From 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8 p.m. to 9 a.m. Friday. The weekend schedule (as needed) is from 7 p.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday and from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Sunday. (The lane restrictions will not apply for the Presidents Day holiday on Monday, February 19).
One-Way Traffic Controls
Even though no full-highway closures are scheduled, motorists will experience delays as crews work. Intermittent one-way traffic control with flaggers will be in effect.
During the one-way traffic controls, crews will alternate traffic in the eastbound and westbound directions on the bridge. This will allow one lane on the bridge to remain open during the work.
The California Highway Patrol will be at the worksite enforcing the traffic management by Caltrans. First responder vehicles on emergency calls will have priority access.
Boat and Ship Traffic
For mariner traffic, the bridge will open only during specified times or in a maritime emergency. Ship captains and boaters must contact the U. S. Coast Guard District 11 for additional information at 510-437-3516 or visit http://www.pacificarea.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/District-11/ or http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/?pageName=lnmDistrict®ion=11
Caltrans urges all motorists to do advanced planning before traveling by accessing the Caltrans public website at http://www.dot.ca.gov/d3/ for planned weekly roadwork schedules that may include detours and to use an alternate route, expect additional travel times and/or delays.
Weather or unexpected events may delay or prolong the work. Caltrans advises motorists to “Be Work Zone Alert.” The department will issue construction updates on Twitter @CaltransDist3 and on Facebook at CaltransDistrict3. For real-time traffic information, click on Caltrans’ QuickMap quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ or download the QuickMap app on iTunes or Google Play.
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Wednesday, February 14, 2018
SR-84 Real McCoy Ferry Returned to Service Feb 14, 2018
State of California • Department of Transportation
TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 14, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 84 Real McCoy Ferry
Returned to Service
Emergency Repairs Completed
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has returned the Real McCoy Ferry on State Route 84 (SR-84) to service after completing emergency repairs to the boat’s engine.
The closure and emergency repairs started on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 and were completed on Wednesday, February 14 at approximately 5:00 PM.
The Real McCoy also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on SR-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.
For the latest information, call the Caltrans Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional information on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our Delta Ferries.
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Date: February 14, 2018
District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Vince Jacala
vince.jacala@dot.ca.gov
Phone: 510/286-5206
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
State Route 84 Real McCoy Ferry
Returned to Service
Emergency Repairs Completed
Wednesday, February 14, 2018
SOLANO COUNTY– The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has returned the Real McCoy Ferry on State Route 84 (SR-84) to service after completing emergency repairs to the boat’s engine.
The closure and emergency repairs started on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 and were completed on Wednesday, February 14 at approximately 5:00 PM.
The Real McCoy also known as the Cache Slough Ferry, provides regular service on SR-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.
For the latest information, call the Caltrans Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
You can also find additional information on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/deltaferries/
Or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CaltransD4
Caltrans appreciates your patience as we work to maintain our Delta Ferries.
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