MONO COUNTY — Drivers will soon experience improved road conditions on U.S. 395 in Mono County near Lee Vining as fog chip sealing on the roadway begins Monday, August 25. The $2 million Rush Creek Chip Seal Project will rejuvenate, seal, and protect the pavement.
Fog chip sealing is a multi-step pavement preservation process designed to prevent raveling, hold aggregate in place, and extend the lifespan of the roadway. Crews will chip seal the pavement from 0.3 miles south of Old West Portal Road to 0.2 miles south of Utility Road.
A fog chip seal applies thin layers of liquid asphalt and crushed rock chips to protect the pavement from water damage and degradation caused by vehicles. This technique offers a cost-effective method to address minor issues like the loss of aggregate and drying out, which are typical causes of roadway damage.
American Pavements System was awarded the contract for the Rush Creek Chip Seal Project. Work is scheduled for Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. There are 25 working days scheduled for this project.
TRAFFIC IMPACT: Traffic will be reduced to one lane in both directions during work hours, with a speed limit reduction to 55 mph in the work zone. Drivers may experience brief delays.
Work schedules are subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment or materials, or any construction-related issues.
Travelers are urged to be attentive to workers on the highway, slow for the cone zone, and move over whenever possible to remain clear of construction personnel and equipment. Be Safe and Be Work Zone Alert!
The Rush Creek Chip Seal Project is fully funded by Senate Bill (SB) 1. SB 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, provides $5 billion in transportation funding annually split between the state and local agencies. Road projects progress through construction phases more quickly based on the availability of SB 1 funds, including projects that are partially funded by SB 1. For more information about other transportation projects funded by SB 1, visit https://build.ca.gov/.
To get the latest information on conditions on the State Highway System, visit the Caltrans QuickMap site at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the app to your smartphone. You can also call the Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).