Merced State Route 99 Guardrail
Project Description
This project proposes to upgrade existing Metal Beam Guardrail (MBGR) to the current standard Midwest Guardrail System (MGS) on State Route (SR) 99 in Merced County from Post Mile (PM) 24.5 to PM 28.2.
Project Benefits
Purpose
The purpose is to reduce the severity of roadway departure collisions.
Need
The need is to replace existing traffic safety devices that are not in compliance with current standards.
Funding Source
State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) – Collision Severity Reduction Program.
Project Cost/Programmed
| Programed Project Cost | Capital $ | Support $ |
|---|---|---|
| Project Approval & Environmental Document | $0 | $677,000 |
| Plans, Specifications, & Estimates | $0 | $1,374,000 |
| Right of Way | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Construction | $4,778,000 | $783,000 |
| Projected Cost as of December 27, 2022 | Planned $ | Expended $ |
|---|---|---|
| Project Approval & Environmental Document | $677,000 | $410,000 |
| Plans, Specifications, & Estimates | $1,374,000 | $470,000 |
| Right of Way | $20,000 | $1,000 |
| Construction | $783,000 | $0 |
Current Schedule
| Process | Date |
|---|---|
| Project Study Report (M010) | 05/03/19 |
| Project Approval & Environmental Document (M200) | 07/23/21 |
| Right of Way Certification (M410) | 10/18/22 |
| Ready to List (M460) | 11/09/22 |
| Approved Construction Contract (M500) | 05/25/23 |
| Project Completion (M600) | 12/12/23 |
Project Status
Project achieved Ready to List on November 9, 2022.
Project Contact
Caltrans District 10 - Public Information Office
Phone: (209) 948-7977
Email: district10publicaffairs@dot.ca.gov
Title VI Information
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) assures that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and Federal Executive Order 12898 (Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations).
Caltrans will make every effort to ensure nondiscrimination in all of its programs and activities, whether they are federally funded or not, and that services and benefits are fairly distributed to all people, regardless of race, color, or national origin. In addition, Caltrans will facilitate meaningful participation in the transportation planning process in a nondiscriminatory manner.