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Caltrans District 4 Bay Area

Welcome to Caltrans Santa Clara County E-Newsletter!

Our goal is to provide you with updated information and links to various projects related to Caltrans work in Santa Clara County.

State Route 82/El Camino Real Ribbon Cutting

The recent ribbon-cutting celebration for the State Route 82 (SR-82) El Camino Real Paving Rehabilitation Project marked the completion of a significant $55 million investment in safety, accessibility, and mobility within Santa Clara County. The project, which extends from State Route 237 to Sand Hill Road, was designed to improve ride quality by extending pavement life and to bring pedestrian facilities up to modern Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. The celebration took place on October 6, 2025, in Palo Alto, and included speakers such as Caltrans Acting District Director Dave Ambuehl, CTC Commissioner Carl Guardino, Mountain View Mayor Ellen Kamei, Los Altos Mayor Pete Dailey, and Palo Alto Vice Mayor Vicki Veenker A key focus of this rehabilitation project was its multimodal improvements along El Camino Real. As part of the upgrades, Caltrans installed approximately 13.5 miles of new bike lanes, encompassing both Class II and Class IV facilities, while also upgrading pavement, pedestrian, and bicycle crossing delineations. Furthermore, existing curb ramps were upgraded to new ADA-compliant ramps, contributing to enhanced accessibility and safety for all users. This investment reflects a commitment to building a better California by providing smoother, safer, and more accessible routes for all modes of transportation.

A red ribbon is cut to commemorate the the completion of the State Route 82 (SR-82) El Camino Real Paving Rehabilitation Project.
State Senator Josh Becker (left), Assemblymember Marc Burman (center), and Acting Caltrans Director for District 4 David Ambuehl (right) hold a declaration for the completion of the State Route 82 (SR-82) El Camino Real Paving Rehabilitation Project.A school bus travels along State Route 82 next to the newly installed bike lane in Santa Clara County.

Crews continue to revitalize Santa Clara County

Keeping Santa Clara County Clean: Graffiti Removal in Action

The Caltrans Anti-Graffiti Maintenance Crew continues to make a remarkable impact in Santa Clara County by restoring the visual integrity of our highways and infrastructure. On average, the team removes approximately 3,000 square feet of graffiti per day, equivalent to the area of a small retail store. This is achieved using 1 to 3 five-gallon buckets of paint daily, depending on the size and thickness of the graffiti.

Over the course of a month, that adds up to nearly 90,000 to 100,000 square feet, and more than 1 million square feet per year, a testament to the team's hard work and dedication. Their consistent efforts not only enhance the appearance of our roads but also support a safer and more welcoming environment for all who live, work, and travel through Santa Clara County. Hats off to the crew for their tireless service!

Stay tuned for updates as we continue our commitment to maintaining and improving California’s roadways!

BEFORE

A soundwall in Santa Clara County that has been defaced with graffiti.

An overpass that has been defaced by graffiti in Santa Clara County.

AFTER

A soundwall in Santa Clara County after graffiti was removed by Caltrans.

An overpass in Santa Clara County where Caltrans has removed graffiti.

2025 Maintenance Highlights Overview for Santa Clara County. Maintenance crews have patrolled 38,000 miles on State Route in Santa Clara County to ensure the safety of the roadway for travelers. 25,500 cubic yards of litter have been removed from State Routes in Santa Clara County. Maintenance crews have responded to 3,500 customer service requests submitted by the public in Santa Clara County. 3,000 potholes have been fixed and patched. Maintenance crews have cleaned and refurbished over 465,000 feet of surface area on Caltrans maintained structures in Santa Clara County.

Maintenance data are current estimates at time of editing. For more information contact the Caltrans Santa Clara County Public Information Officer.

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The Santa Clara County newsletter will be distributed on a regular schedule.

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