Caltrans Hopeful to Open SR 70

SR 70 remains closed as adverse weather continues to threaten the stability of the highway.The 50-mile stretch from the Greenville Wye to Jarbo gap has been closed since a second slide occurred near the Shady Rest Area about a week ago, where Caltrans has... Read More.

SR 70 Drivers- Stark Warning if Traveling thru the Canyon

As the long holiday weekend arrives, here are your Hwy 70 updates: the state route is currently open from the Greenville Wye to Jarbo Gap.Caltrans - District 2 has one-way traffic control in place at multiple locations to get you through. Yet officials offer... Read More.

Caltrans Hosts Open House for Major Highway 139 Project

Looking at your week ahead, you'll want to participate in Caltrans's upcoming open house for the large-scale project impacting your drive along Highway 139.The project is expected to close the highway at varying times and fall under one-way traffic controls by the summer of... Read More.

Caltrans Announces Snow Plow Naming Contest

Caltrans is seeking your help naming its fleet of snowplows in a fun and creative contest that runs through February 15th.Individuals and classrooms have the chance to contribute a fitting and imaginative name that will be displayed on Caltrans' snowplows, which play a pivotal... Read More.

Caltrans Holds Open House on HWY139 Paving Project

A large-scale paving project is coming to Highway 139. Caltrans is preparing the community with an opportunity to learn more about how the project will impact your drive.An open house will be held at Jensen Hall at the Lassen County Fairgrounds. Representatives from Caltrans... Read More.

Caltrans Estimates SR70 Re-Opening

The Highway 70 closure has an estimated time of reopening. Caltrans District 3 hopes to reopen the highway by Monday, the 29th. Crews continue to clear debris from the rock slide that occurred early Monday morning following continual rainfall over the weekend. The closure... Read More.