Hopland 101 Project

Caltrans proposes to construct improvements on U.S. Highway 101 in downtown Hopland in Mendocino County (post miles 10.7 and 11.2) for compliance with the Americans for Disabilities Act (ADA). Work would include improving curb ramps, sidewalks, and driveways, reconstructing the roadway, rehabilitating pavement, and signage.

The purpose of the proposed project is to improve the safety and accessibility of pedestrian facilities in downtown Hopland in conformance with the ADA, and to improve, pavement, and signage.

Construction Update

September 8 - October 31 (Phase 5A)

Work includes sidewalk demolition and reconstruction. Mountain House Road to Center Road (Southbound) and from First Street to the north end of project area (Northbound).

Sidewalk Closures/Access

There will be pedestrian detours, and access to driveways may be temporarily impacted during demolition and reconstruction.

Parking

Street parking is available along U.S. 101 where construction is not taking place. Additional parking is available near the Great Redwood Trail Agency parking area.

Traffic Delays

Motorists traveling in Hopland between the Feliz Creek Bridge and north of First Street should anticipate occasional delays of up to 10 minutes during work hours. Posted speed limits will be reduced to 25 mph during construction. Motorists are asked to drive with caution in the work zone.

Parking and Access

All businesses are open during construction. Temporary impacts to parking and access may occur within the work area, but measures will be taken to limit disruptions.

Project Schedule

• PG&E utility relocations and broadband installation – complete
• ADA project start – July 12, 2026
• Construction complete – November 2026

Budget

• Roadway and construction: $11,187,000
• Right-of-Way: $804,000

Rendering of proposed ADA improvements to U.S. 101 in Hopland

Rendering of sidewalks, parking lanes, bike lanes and driving lanes.

Documents

Accessibility Assistance: Caltrans makes every attempt to ensure our documents are accessible. Due to variances between assistive technologies, there may be portions of this document which are not accessible. Where documents cannot be made accessible, we are committed to providing alternative access to the content. Should you need additional assistance, please contact us at (916) 654-2852 or visit https://dot.ca.gov/request-ada-compliant-documents.

• Initial Study with Negative Declaration - Approved June 13, 2022 (PDF)
• NEPA/CEQA Re-validation Form (PDF)

How to get involved

Monthly project updates are provided at Hopland Municipal Advisory Committee (HMAC) meetings. For meeting information, please visit the HMAC website.
Follow Caltrans District 1 on Facebook, X and Instagram.

Call (707) 994-9362 for project information and comments.

Contacts

Project Manager: Marie Brady

Media Inquiries: Manny Machado, (707) 496-6879, TTY 711

Email: HoplandADA@dot.ca.gov

Last reviewed: September 2026