State Route 59 Capital Preventive Maintenance Project
Project Description
The proposed project is a Capital Preventive Maintenance (CAPM) to preserve and extend the pavement service life within the project limits. The project is located on SR 59, in Merced County, in the City of Merced from 0.20 mile south of SR 59 and W Childs Ave intersection (PM 14.1) to the intersection of SR 59 and SR 99 (PM 14.763) continuing from the intersection of SR 59 and SR 99 on V St (PM 14.78) to 0.10 mile north of S Fork Black Rascal Creek near Santa Fe Dr intersection (PM 16.3).
The scope of the work includes cold planning existing pavement, dig-outs to repair localized areas of severe failure, sealing cracks, repair, replace and upgrade AC dikes and curbs, adding shoulder backing, upgrading ADA ramps, replacement of existing drainage grates with bicycle proof grates where needed, and signal work at 3 intersections: (15th St (ED023), 16th St (ED003) and Santa Fe Dr/Olive Ave (ED004) intersections with SR 59.
Project Benefits
Purpose and Need
The purpose of this project is to restore the existing facility to a state of good serviceability, improve ride quality, and extend the service life of the existing pavement structure.
The need for this project is to repair distressed pavement for pavement preservation.
Current Schedule
Summer 2021 (A)
Project Study Report (M010)
Winter 2024 (A)
Project Approval & Environmental Document (M200)
Summer 2026 (T)
Right of Way Certification (M410)
Summer 2026 (T)
Ready to List (M460)
Winter / Spring 2027 (T)
Approved Construction Contract (M500)
Spring 2028 (T)
Project Completion (M600)
Funding Source
State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) – Pavement Rehabilitation (201.121)
Project Status
The project is targeted for Right-of-Way certification and Ready-to-List status in June 2026 and is aiming to be advertised in October 2026.
Project Cost/Programmed (x$1,000):
| Programed Project Cost | Capital $ | Support $ |
|---|---|---|
| Project Approval & Environmental Document | $1,678 | |
| Plans, Specifications, & Estimates | $2,621 | |
| Right of Way | $1,736 | $1,288 |
| Construction | $11,602 | $2,191 |
| Projected Cost as of September 10, 2024: | Planned $ | Expended $ |
|---|---|---|
| Project Approval & Environmental Document | $1,678 | $1,460 |
| Plans, Specifications, & Estimates | $2,621 | $0 |
| Right of Way | $1,288 | $0 |
| Construction | $2,191 | $0 |
Public Information Office
Phone: (209) 948-7977
Email: District10PublicAffairs@dot.ca.gov
Address: P.O. Box 2048, Stockton, CA 95201-2048
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.
- Title VI Brochure (English, PDF)
- Title VI Brochure (Spanish, PDF)
- Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Caltrans Information)
