SACRAMENTO – The California Transportation Commission (CTC) today allocated $3.5 billion in funding to strengthen road resiliency, increase pedestrian and bicycle travel and improve highway safety. The funds included nearly $993 million from Senate Bill (SB) 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 and $944 million from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA).
In addition, the CTC separately awarded $1.45 billion for new projects that will receive SB 1 funding over the next two years, through 2027. This includes funding for zero and low-emission transportation and new infrastructure that will strengthen the state’s freight network and better connect marine ports with railyards and freight corridors. The combined nearly $5 billion investment is part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s build more, faster agenda, delivering infrastructure upgrades and creating thousands of jobs across the state.
“We’re not just rebuilding transportation – we’re reimagining it. This investment – upwards of $5 billion – is about protecting Californians today and preparing for tomorrow with transit and transportation options that are safer, cleaner, and built to serve the needs of every Californian.” – Governor Gavin Newsom
"Under Governor Gavin Newsom's leadership, these transformative investments represent a bold step towards a future where our transportation system is safer, more efficient and a driving force for economic prosperity," said California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin. "By tackling congestion and enhancing connectivity, we are creating a brighter, more sustainable California for all."
“The Commission is pleased to partner with Caltrans to continue investing in California’s world-class transportation system,” said Commission Chair Darnell Grisby. “The investments we are making today will improve safety, ease congestion and reduce out-of-pocket costs for everyone in California.”
Projects approved today in District 2 include:
- Pit One Grade Rockfall Mitigation Project (In Shasta County on SR 299, near Fall River Mills from 3 miles west to 1.6 miles west of Glenburn Rd) This project will construct a 8-foot wide catchment area adjacent to roadway and install rockfall mitigation drapery systems, establish disposal sites, and rehabilitate drainage systems. This project includes $2.5 million in SB1 funding and $10.2 million in IIJA funding.
- West Shingletown Shoulder Widening Project (In Shasta County on SR 44, near Shingletown from 1 mile west to 0.3 mile west of Wilson Hill Rd/Emigrant Trail) This project will widen shoulders, install centerline and shoulder rumble strips, install guardrail, and replace signs.
- Butler Taft Safety Project (In Tehama County on SR 99, near Los Molinos from just south of Butler St to 0.3 miles north of Taft St) This project will widen the roadway to construct a two way left turn lane, and replace signs, fencing, and culverts.
- Siskiyou 263 Bridge Repairs Project (In Siskiyou County on SR 263, near Yreka at Dry Gulch Bridge No. 02-0012 and Shasta River Bridge No. 02-0014) This project will rehabilitate bridges. This project includes $911,000 in SB1 funding.
- Siskiyou 96 Potential Landslide Director's Order Project (In Siskiyou County on SR 96, near Happy Camp, 2.3 miles east of Gordon's Ferry Rd) This project will remove the existing underdrain, install a deeper underdrain, and repair the slope and roadway. This project includes $3.57 million in SB1 funding.
Visit build.ca.gov to learn more about IIJA and SB 1 funding along with transformative infrastructure projects happening in communities throughout the state.