SACRAMENTO — Caltrans will spend approximately $930 million over the next four years to improve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure throughout the state, according to a plan approved by the California Transportation Commission (CTC) this week. This includes 265 miles of new and improved bike lanes on state highways and the addition of more than 1,300 safety elements by mid-2028. The CTC also approved a series of transportation projects totaling approximately $1 billion in continuing a historic push to improve the vital transportation infrastructure through rural and urban projects throughout the state.
The latest allocations include nearly $375 million from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) and $276 million via Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
The bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure spending plan is part of the 2024 State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP). Funding over the next four years will improve access and safety for bicyclists and pedestrians using the state highway system. Of the 265 new and improved bike lanes, 203 miles are a combination of Class 1, 2, and 4 variety, and 62 miles are designated Class 3. Safety elements featured in the plan include more visible and separated bike lanes, ADA-accessible curb ramps, better signage, and upgraded signalization.
“The future of transportation relies on offering increased options for everybody, including better paths for walking and infrastructure for biking,” Caltrans Director Tony Tavares said. “These investments will help us build a California that fits every traveler, including those on foot, on bicycles, and on other personal mobility devices.”
The following projects are among those that will focus on improvements in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure:
- A $36 million project in Imperial County on State Routes 115, 111 and 86 to fix existing sidewalks and add new sidewalks, Class II bike lanes, and Class IV separated bikeways. Improvements include ADA curb ramp upgrades, lighting systems, traffic signal system upgrades, and overhead sign structure rehabilitation.
- A $19.6 million project on the Pacific Coast Highway (SR-1) in Santa Cruz County to repair 8.3 miles of pavement, guardrail, crosswalks, sign panels, and Class II bike lanes. This project includes new bike guide striping and enhanced signage. The finished product will all be brought up to the standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
The latest CTC-approved projects include:
- Eastside Lane Road Rehabilitation Project – The CTC approved $3.75 million in IIJA funding for the second phase of the Eastside Lane Project in northern Mono County. The project will rehabilitate multiple roads in the Walker area, including Pine Nut Road, Lone Company Road, and Eastside Lane north of Cunningham Lane and south of Offal Road to the junction of U.S. 395.
- South June Lake Loop Emergency Repairs – The CTC approved $3.22 million in funding for emergency repairs to State Route 158 S after crews discovered a crack in the pavement. Repairs were completed in January 2024.
- Topaz Lake Emergency Repairs – The CTC approved an additional $1.1 million in funding for emergency repairs to U.S. 395 at Topaz Lake. The repairs and realignment of U.S. 395 were completed in December 2023.
- State Route 190 Emergency Repairs – The CTC approved $1.66 million in additional funding for emergency repairs to State Route 190 following Tropical Storm Hilary. Repairs are ongoing.
Additionally, the CTC approved funding for several projects in District 9 that allows them to move into the Project Approval & Environmental Document (PA&ED) stage. Those projects include:
- Cache Creek Pavement - $1.4 million
- Rosamond Rehab 2 - $2.44 million
- Manor Market Complete Streets - $1.69 million
- Freeman Gulch Safety Improvements - $3.2 million
- Keough Pavement - $1.49 million
IIJA, known as the “Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” is a once-in-a-generation investment in our nation's infrastructure to improve the sustainability and resiliency of our energy, water, broadband and transportation systems. Since 2021, California has received nearly $38 billion in IIJA funds, including more than $27.6 billion for transportation-related projects.
In addition, SB 1 provides $5 billion in transportation funding each year that is shared between state and local agencies. Road projects progress through construction phases more quickly based on the availability of SB 1 funds, including those partially funded by SB 1.
For more information about California transportation projects funded by IIJA and SB 1, visit RebuildingCA.ca.gov.