REDDING – Caltrans announced today that crews will begin work on September 22nd to repave a 2-mile stretch of State Route 161 west of Tulelake, from just west of South Merrill Road to slightly east of Hill Road in Siskiyou County.
Fully funded by Senate Bill (SB) 1, the $2.6 million repaving project will provide a smoother ride for motorists and freight carriers near the California/Oregon border.
“This pavement project improves a section of State Route 161 that links State Route 139 and US 97 just south of the Oregon border in far northern California,” said Caltrans District 2 Director Dave Moore. “Starting the effort in late September affords the Department time to complete work and have this roadway repaved before winter arrives.”
Asphalt recycling activities will begin Sunday evening at 9 p.m. and run throughout the day on Monday. Outside of this, motorists should plan for one-way traffic control, with up to 15-minute delays Mondays through Fridays between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily. Striping and shoulder work will also be included in the project. Hat Creek Construction & Materials, Inc. is the lead contractor on the project, which is currently anticipated to be complete by late October, pending weather.
Motorists are reminded that the law requires them to slow down, obey temporary speed limit reductions, and drive carefully in and around construction areas.
Construction projects are subject to changes without prior notice. To stay up to date, please follow us on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). Project information can also be found on the District 2 webpage, and the public can call (530) 225-3426 during working hours or send an email to D2PIO@dot.ca.gov. Additionally, updated highway conditions for California can be found on QuickMap and on One-Stop-Shop for the Western U.S.
SB 1 provides $5 billion in transportation funding annually shared about equally between the state and local agencies. Road projects progress through construction phases more quickly thanks to the availability of SB 1 funds, including projects that are partially funded by SB 1. To view the latest news and information on SB1 funding and federal infrastructure investments, visit the Rebuilding CA website, which contains data on the state and federal funding. Website visitors can learn more about the different infrastructure programs, track the amount of funding California is receiving, and find projects on an updated interactive map. More information about transportation and other infrastructure projects funded with state and federal investments is also available at Build.gov.ca.