California Department of Transportation
11/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/08/2024 19:08
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor
Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor
Published: Nov 08, 2024
District: District 3 - Marysville
Sergio Aceves, District Director
Contact: Jeremy Linder
Phone: (530) 701-5209
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PLACER/NEVADA COUNTIES - Caltrans is reminding motorists of various lane and ramp closures in multiple locations along Interstate 80 (I-80) as several projects continue in Placer and Nevada counties.
Construction crews are working on final tasks, winterizing projects and keeping track of weather conditions. Motorists may experience delays of up to two hours and are encouraged to factor in additional travel times along the I-80 Sierra corridor.
No work is scheduled on Monday, November 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. Here is the breakdown for next week:
Eastbound I-80
- Monte Vista Pavement Rehabilitation Project between Monte Vista and Drum Forebay, lane and ramp closures will be in place around the clock beginning at 6 a.m. Tuesday, November 12 through 11 a.m. Friday, November 15. Work is also scheduled from 7 p.m. Friday, November 15 through 11 a.m. Saturday, November 16.
- Yuba Pass Separation Overhead Bridge Project between Yuba Gap and the junction with State Route 20 (SR-20), lane closures will be in place from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, November 14. Work is also scheduled from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, November 15.
- Soda Springs Pavement Rehabilitation Project between Troy and Soda Springs, lane closures will be in place from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 12 through Thursday, November 14.
Westbound I-80
- Soda Springs Pavement Rehabilitation Project between Soda Springs and Troy, lane closures will be in place from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 12 through Thursday, November 14.
- Yuba Pass Separation Overhead Bridge Project between the junction with SR-20 and Yuba Gap, lane closures will be in place from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 13 and Thursday, November 14. Work is also scheduled from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, November 15.
- Emergency Repairs Location 2 between Yuba Gap and Emigrant Gap, various lane and ramp closures will be in place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, November 12 and Wednesday, November 13.
- Placer/Nevada bridge preservation project near Blue Canyon, lane closures will be in place from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. Tuesday, November 12 through Thursday, November 14. Work is scheduled to end at 7 a.m. Friday, November 15.
- Monte Vista Pavement Rehabilitation Project between Drum Forebay and Monte Vista, lane and ramp closures will be in place around the clock beginning at 6 a.m. Tuesday, November 12 through 7 p.m. Saturday, November 16.
The extended lane closures will help to minimize the duration of the work and improve workers' safety. For more information on each project visit Caltrans District 3 Current Projects. The schedule is subject to change or be delayed due to weather, availability of materials or other unexpected events.
Caltrans District 3 is responsible for maintaining and operating 4,385 lane miles in 11 Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra counties. Caltrans reminds motorists to "Be Work Zone Alert" and slow in construction zones for the safety of travelers and crews performing these improvements.
The department will issue construction updates on X @CaltransDist3and on Facebook at CaltransDistrict3. For real-time traffic, click on Caltrans' QuickMap or download the QuickMap app from the App Storeor Google Play.