San Joaquin County – Caltrans today announced the completion of a $41.8 million project improving more than six lane miles of east and westbound State Route 4/Crosstown Freeway from Fresno Avenue to El Dorado Street. Made possible by $8 million in Senate Bill (SB) 1 funds, the project also features repaved connector ramps to Interstate 5 in the city of Stockton. The smoother roadway will provide a more pleasant experience and safer ramp transitions onto I-5 for all motorists traveling through the area.
Motorists, passengers, truckers and commuters will notice a more comfortable ride after new concrete was installed to repair aging, damaged roadway along this busy corridor.
“Projects supported by SB 1 funding continue improving experiences for those traveling in the region,” said Caltrans Director Tony Tavares. “This latest effort in Stockton improves the road for commuters, truckers and all who rely on this key route through the San Joaquin Valley.”
“This important project helps facilitate the timely movement of goods and services through the Valley,” said Caltrans District 10 Director Dennis T. Agar. ”The Crosstown Freeway and Interstate 5 are vital freight routes transporting agricultural products to and from the Port of Stockton, area farms and local businesses. Improvements to this corridor will help keep these products moving swiftly through the transportation system. We would like to thank motorists for their patience during construction and remind everyone to please drive safely.”
The contractor was Security Paving Company, Inc. of Westlake Village, CA.
SB 1 provides $5 billion in transportation funding annually that is shared about equally between the state and local agencies. Road projects progress through construction phases more quickly based on the availability of SB 1 funds, including projects that are partially funded by SB 1.
For more information about transportation projects funded by SB 1, visit RebuildingCA.ca.gov.
Caltrans also reminds motorists to #KnowBeforeYouGo by checking www.quickmap.dot.ca.gov for real-time highway conditions prior to travel.
For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert.