Whiskey Creek Bridge Replacement Project on State Route 299 in Shasta County
Whiskey Creek Bridge Replacement Project
State Route 299 | Shasta County | Post Miles 13.5 to 14.6
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Whiskey Creek Replacement Project will replace the existing bridge on State Route 299 over Whiskeytown Lake in Shasta County. The existing bridge was built in 1961 and contains weld types identified through a federal review as requiring replacement. Replacing the bridge will improve structural safety, support long-term reliability on this key corridor, and enhance travel for all users.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
- Bridge Replacement
- Widening the bridge and roadway from 33-feet to 65-feet
- Adding a 15-foot-wide bike and pedestrian path
- Installing new drainage systems
- Adding new guardrail and concrete barriers
- Improving fencing and roadway safety features
TIMELINE
- Work Begins: Fall 2026
- Major Bridge Work Begins: Spring 2027
- Completion: End of 2028
IMPACTS
- Up to 15-minute delays throughout the project timeline
- Extended delays during blasting operations in Fall 2026
- No daytime closures between Memorial Day – Labor Day
UPDATES
CONTACTS
- Project Manager: Alyson Sinclair
- Public Information Officer: Haleigh Pike