The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is alerting travelers about a lane and ramp closure along I-80 in Placer County as part of the $157.5 million Monte Vista Pavement Rehabilitation Project between Dutch Flat/Monte Vista and Drum Forebay for pavement work.
Eastbound I-80 traffic will shift into one lane between Dutch Flat/Monte Vista and Alta starting at 6:00 a.m. Monday, February 2 through 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 6 as traffic control will be maintained around the clock. Delays are estimated to be around 15 to 20 minutes or possibly longer depending on traffic volumes.
Additionally, the Dutch Flat/Monte Vista on-ramp to eastbound I-80 is scheduled to be closed from 6:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 4 through 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 6. Motorists utilizing the interchange and looking to head eastbound on I-80 toward Truckee will need to detour westbound to the next exit at Gold Run and take the on-ramp to return to eastbound on I-80.
Crews are grinding and paving a 3,000-foot section of temporary asphalt. This section was used to cross-over traffic last season. The extended lane closures will help to minimize the duration of the work and improve workers’ safety. Motorists are reminded that the speed limit within the construction zone has been reduced to 55 mph and the California Highway Patrol will be present for traffic enforcement.
The project, expected to be completed by summer 2028, will preserve the pavement by addressing areas in fair and poor condition and upgrade the median concrete barrier. The project will also improve freight mobility by adding an eastbound truck-climbing lane.
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