Interstate 10 Reconstructed Rest Areas and Improved Safety Project In Cactus City

RIVERSIDE, CA – Caltrans has started work on a $38.2 million project to reconstruct rest areas and improve safety on Interstate 10 (I-10) in Cactus City. This work is funded through Senate Bill (SB) 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. 

This project will serve the needs of travelers by reconstructing facilities with upgraded water and wastewater treatment systems, relocating electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, paving new hot mixed asphalt (HMA), creating additional parking spaces, landscape beautification, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant curb ramps designed to improve access for those with disabilities as part of Complete Streets elements. In total, these project features aim to enhance safe accessibility for all roadway users. 

Constructions signs have been placed in the project zone. Work operations occur near Cactus City along interstate 10 between Indio and Chiriaco Summit. Project work is expected to be completed by spring 2027. All work is weather and material dependent.

Weekly Work Schedule:

Construction crews are working on septic tank placement for proper wastewater treatment, installing pressurized pipe systems transporting wastewater, setting the retaining wall rebars for stormwater tunnels to avoid any erosion, and laying the foundational layer of block walls to ensure strong structural integrity at eastbound I-10 and westbound I-10 rest areas during daytime hours from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Night and weekend work with alternating lane closures may occur behind coned barriers as needed.

What to Expect:

Expect full closures of both eastbound and westbound rest areas during construction. Traffic cones and control devices will be in place to separate work areas from traffic. Signage will be placed on the interstate to alert drivers of upcoming work zones. Plan-ahead and consider alternative rest stops along the route. Please be mindful of work area signage as law enforcement will enforce applicable laws and regulations. Drivers are asked to proceed cautiously as work vehicles and crews may move in and out of shoulder areas.

For additional information, please contact Robert Tsai

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For those with sensory disabilities requiring alternate formats (i.e. Braille, large print, sign language interpreter, etc.) and those needing information in a language other than English, please contact Public Affairs at 909-383-4631 or TTY 711.

Title VI Information

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) assures that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and Federal Executive Order 12898 (Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations).

Caltrans will make every effort to ensure nondiscrimination in all of its programs and activities, whether they are federally funded or not, and that services and benefits are fairly distributed to all people, regardless of race, color, or national origin. In addition, Caltrans will facilitate meaningful participation in the transportation planning process in a nondiscriminatory manner.

• Title VI Brochure (English, PDF)
• Title VI Brochure (Spanish, PDF)
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Caltrans Information)