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  • Caltrans seeking public comment on State Route 58 Truck Climbing Lane Project

    Caltrans|Apr 1, 2023

    Caltrans is seeking public comment on the proposed State Route 58 Truck Climbing Lane Project. This project will construct a 12-foot-wide eastbound truck climbing lane on State Route 58 in eastern Kern County from approximately 0.8 miles east of the junction with State Route 223 to 0.4 miles west of Hart Flat Road near the city of Tehachapi. Other features of the project could include: • Restriping the intersection with Bealville Road to provide an eastbound acceleration lane. • Removal of the Bena Road at-grade intersection to eliminate con...

  • Seasonal routes on state highways in the Central Sierra open for summer season; stay-at-home order remains in effect

    Caltrans|May 23, 2020

    The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) announced today it has opened seasonal highways in the Sierra after completing necessary road repairs and removing winter snow and debris in preparation for the summer season. The opening of the Sierra routes comes at a time when California’s “stay-at-home” order remains in effect until further notice. All Californians are reminded that it is critical to stay home during this time in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Additionally, social distancing behaviors and other preve...