California Department of Transportation

11/22/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/22/2023 14:47

Winter Passes Re-Opened to Traffic SONORA PASS (STATE ROUTE 108) | EBBETTS PASS (STATE ROUTE 4)

Winter Passes Re-Opened to Traffic SONORA PASS (STATE ROUTE 108) | EBBETTS PASS (STATE ROUTE 4)

Published: Nov 22, 2023

TRAFFIC ADVISORY

TUOLUMNE COUNTY - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will re-open the temporary closure State Route 108 (Sonora Pass) at Kennedy Meadows to traffic, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023.

ALPINE COUNTY - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will re-open the temporary closure State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) to traffic, beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023.

For the latest road condition information, tune your radio to the Caltrans Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) at 530 AM, 1610 AM or 1670 AM, or call the Caltrans Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623). Real-time conditions are also available online and for mobile devices at quickmap.dot.ca.gov. Changeable Message Signs with flashing beacons will have information regarding the pass closures.

This is a good time to remember these tips:

• Slow down on rain or snow slick roads to prevent spin outs.

• Allow for extra travel time.

• Carry chains at all times, check tires and windshield wiper fluid.

• Visibility decreases during snow fall.

• Carry an emergency kit with extra food, water, clothing, and sleeping bag.

For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert.