Issue 3, 2023

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Director's Message

Characteristically, Caltrans rises to the latest challenge: The arson-triggered closure of an L.A. freeway

CTC greenlights funds that fuel Caltrans’ fine work

Mile Marker takes a quick look at what California Transportation Committee has allocated in 2023

Accomplishments report doubles as roadmap for future work

Noteworthy projects, listed within a framework of Caltrans’ six strategic goals, offer lessons for what’s to come

Project Spotlight: New bridges link to improved safety

Shoulders widened, seismic elements modernized on State Route 1 in San Luis Obispo County

Division Spotlight: TAM monitors Caltrans’ performance, goals

Transportation Asset Management refreshes 10-year plan to address anticipated needs

Caltrans has a plan, literally, to make things safer

RSAP’s aspirational goal is to eliminate roadway deaths, serious injuries

EEOP celebrates, nurtures Caltrans well-rounded workforce

Archived video library helps employees learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion

QuickMap, the Caltrans app that gets better and better

Recent additions include tools for commercial vehicles and road closure push-notification options

Robot mowers lighten workload, increase safety

Remote-controlled machines tackle tight spots, help District 6 crews dodge dangers

Stormwater device brings Caltrans closer to statewide compliance

Caltrans receives patent for space-saving device that makes stormwater flow cleaner and require less maintenance

Mileposts

Mile Marker shares highlights from recent developments of note that predominantly involve Caltrans

Mile Markers

A select look at the latest quarterly statistics regarding Caltrans Strategic Plan performance objectives