Gualala Downtown Streetscape Enhancement
Caltrans, in partnership with the Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG), proposes an enhancement project on State Route 1 (SR 1) through downtown Gualala in Mendocino County (post miles 0.6 to 1.0). The current design of the downtown area of Gualala has several deficiencies that could increase conflicts between motorized users, cyclists and pedestrians.
The purpose of the proposed project is to create safe, comfortable facilities for pedestrian and bicycle travel, and to improve traffic flow in the project area. The project is also intended to improve Gualala's visual character by incorporating landscape and hardscape features.
The project received construction funding allocation at the Aug. 21, 2026 California Transportation Commission meeting.
Budget
The total project cost estimate is $14 million.
Project Sponsors
MCOG, Caltrans
Timeline
Begin construction (current schedule): 2026
Documents
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Complete Streets
- What are Complete Streets? - Smart Growth America (External Website)
- Economic Revitalization: Benefits of Complete Streets - Smart Growth America (External Website)
- The Economic Benefits of Complete Streets – The Safe Routes Partnership (PDF)
Contacts
Project information and comments: (707) 441-5930
Project Manager
Katie Everett
Public Information Officer (Media Inquiries)
Manny Machado
(707) 496-6879, TTY 711
Last reviewed: September 2026