7th Standard Road Roundabout Project
Project Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) proposes improvements to the intersection of State Route 43 and 7th Standard Road in the City of Shafter in Kern County. The project would replace the existing four-way stop with a roundabout. The roundabout would have an approximately 200-foot diameter with a 10-foot truck apron. The circulatory path surrounding the center of the roundabout would have a concrete pavement with contrasted surface treatment for the truck apron, along with minor raised slopes to accommodate oversized, large load trucks. The roadways would have concrete splitter islands separating the direction of travel within the roundabout approaches and departures. The roundabout would include sidewalks, curbs, and bike ramps for pedestrian traffic. The intersection project would include lighting, flashing beacons, and utility relocation. New right-of-way will be required for construction of the project.
Project Benefits
Purpose
The purpose of the project is to improve the operational performance at the existing all-way stop-controlled intersection of State Route 43 and 7th Standard Road.
Need
A roundabout is needed at the intersection to provide better operational performance and lower overall delays for traffic moving through the intersection.
Estimated Funding Breakdown
| Funding Source | Funding Amount |
|---|---|
| Local | Not applicable |
| State | $6,300,000 |
| Federal | Not applicable |
| Construction Cost | $6,300,000 |
Partnerships
- City of Shafter
- Kern County
Proposed Project Schedule
| Process | Date |
|---|---|
| Final Environmental document to be completed | Completed |
| Right of way acquisition to be completed | Completed |
| Design to be completed | Completed |
| Advertise | May 2026 |
| Construction to begin | March 2027 |
| Construction to be completed | August 2028 |
Project Contact
Carlos Marlo, Project Manager
Phone: 559-383-5200
Email: marlo.carlos@dot.ca.gov
John Thomas, Senior Environmental Planner
Phone: 559-408-4496
Email: john.q.thomas@dot.ca.gov
District 6 Public Information Office
Phone: 559-444-2409
Email: d6.public.info@dot.ca.gov
Documents
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- Initial Study with Negative Declaration - FINAL - February, 2024 (PDF 3.4 MB)
- Public Notice, English (PDF 86 KB)
- Public Notice, Spanish (PDF 117 KB)
- Notice of Completion (PDF 281 KB)
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