Sergio Aceves, District Director
Contact: Megan Reese (530) 682-6145
CHICO - Caltrans is alerting motorists of bridge repair work on the East 20th Street overcrossing at State Route 99 (SR 99) in Chico. Work is scheduled to begin tonight through Thursday, May 1, following damage from a recent high-load impact.
Motorists should be aware of the following traffic impacts:
- East 20th Street: The eastbound lane along East 20th Street overcrossing will have a full closure from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
- State Route 99: Northbound SR 99 will have a lane closure starting at 6 p.m. followed by a full closure from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. SR 99 one lane closed from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. Northbound traffic will be diverted off the highway via the East 20th Street off-ramp and re-enter the highway using the on-ramp (See Detour Map)SR 99 is scheduled to fully reopen at 6 a.m.
Additional intermittent lane closures and traffic control with potential full closures of SR 99 are expected throughout the repair period and will be posted as the work is scheduled. The schedule is subject to change or be delayed due to weather, availability of materials or other unexpected events.
Drivers are advised to plan for delays, follow detour signs, and use alternate routes when possible. Caltrans will issue updates as the work progresses. These repairs are necessary to ensure the continued safety of the traveling public.
Caltrans District 3 is responsible for maintaining and operating 4,385 lane miles in 11 Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra counties. Caltrans reminds motorists to “Be Work Zone Alert” and slow in construction zones for the safety of travelers and crews performing these improvements.
The department will issue updates on X @CaltransDist3 and on Facebook at CaltransDistrict3. For real-time traffic information, click on Caltrans’ QuickMap or download the QuickMap app from the App Store or Google Play.
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