Construction Ramps Up for New Season Along Interstate 80

Published: Apr 17, 2024

District: District 3 - Marysville
Sergio Aceves, Acting District Director
Contact: Jeremy Linder
Phone: (530) 701-5209

Up to Two-Hour Delays Possible Between Colfax and Nevada State Line

PLACER/NEVADA/SIERRA COUNTIES - Caltrans is alerting motorists of the potential for extended delays along Interstate 80 (I-80) stretching between Colfax to the Nevada state line as several projects and emergency repairs get underway for the 2024 construction season.

Once all projects are active, delays across the corridor may reach up to a maximum of two hours. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes, if possible, to help reduce any potential delays. The schedule is subject to change or be delayed due to weather, availability of materials or other unexpected events.

Crews are returning to the same areas as last year for emergency wheel rut repairs and concrete slab replacements. Work is currently underway within Location 1 between Colfax and Alta. Additional work within Locations 2 and 3 are expected to resume next week, followed by Locations 4 and 5 by the end of the April.

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Additional projects within the corridor include the Monte Vista and Soda Springs pavement rehabilitation projects, and the Yuba Pass Separation overhead bridge replacement project. Crews will also replace the water lines at both the eastbound and westbound Donner Summit Rest Areas, which will require both facilities to be closed for the entire season. For more information visit the Project Page on the Caltrans District 3 website. The total cost estimate for all projects is more than $500 million.

Caltrans District 3 is responsible for maintaining and operating 4,385 lane miles in 11 Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra counties. The department will issue updates on @CaltransDist3 and on Facebook CaltransDistrict3.

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