Carson Transportation Management Systems
Project Description
The project proposes to install various Transportation Management System (TMS) elements and Roadside Safety Improvements in and around the Kirkwood/Carson area at 8 locations in Amador, El Dorado, and Alpine Counties on State Routes 88, & 89. The following work is proposed:
- Install new Changeable Message Signs (CMS)
- Upgrade/replace existing CMS
- Install new Vehicle Detection Systems (VDS)
- Upgrade/replace existing VDS
- Install new Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras
- Install new Road Weather Information Systems (RWIS)
- Install new Highway Advisory Radio (HAR)
- Upgrade/replace existing HAR
- Install new Extinguishable Message Signs (EMS)
- Construct Maintenance Vehicle Pullouts (MVP)
Project Benefits
Purpose and Need
The purpose of this project is to improve roadway mobility and efficiency by addressing the effects of recurrent severe weather conditions on traffic through the strategic deployment of various TMS elements on SR 88, and SR 89.
There is a need to inform motorists traveling through the Kirkwood/Carson area of weather and traffic conditions that can affect their travel. Installation of various TMS will improve mobility, efficiency, and address the effects of severe weather conditions.
Current Schedule
Spring 2019 (A)
Project Study Report (M010)
Winter 2023 (A)
Project Approval & Environmental Document (M200)
Spring 2025 (T)
Right of Way Certification (M410)
Spring 2025 (T)
Ready to List (M460)
Fall 2025 (T)
Approved Construction Contract (M500)
Spring 2027 (T)
Project Completion (M600)
Funding Source
201.315 – State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) – Transportation Management Systems
Project Status
The project is currently in the Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) and Right of Way (R/W) phases.
Project Cost/Programmed (x$1,000):
Programed Project Cost | Capital $ | Support $ |
---|---|---|
Project Approval & Environmental Document | $2,094 | |
Plans, Specifications, & Estimates | $2,589 | |
Right of Way | $1,640 | 1,073 |
Construction | $23,440 | $2,570 |
Projected Cost as of April 8, 2024: | Planned $ | Expended $ |
---|---|---|
Project Approval & Environmental Document | $2,094 | $2,024 |
Plans, Specifications, & Estimates | $2,589 | $74 |
Right of Way | $1,073 | $2 |
Construction | $2,570 | $0 |
Public Information Office

Phone: (209) 948-7977
Email: District10PublicAffairs@dot.ca.gov
Address: P.O. Box 2048, Stockton, CA 95201-2048