SR89 over Monitor Pass reopens with lack of snow

ALPINE COUNTY, Calif. – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has reopened State Route 89 (Monitor Pass) at the State Route 4/89 Junction. Caltrans
maintenance crews made significant progress with their snow removal operations
This week, along with Monitor Pass, we have deemed it safe to reopen to the public.

Conditions can change with weather and road controls should be viewed before travel. For the latest road condition information, visit https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/, tune your radio to the Caltrans Highway Advisory Radio at 530 AM, 1610 AM or 1670 AM, or call the Caltrans Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623).

Changeable Message Signs (CMS) will display information regarding the pass closures for motorists.

Caltrans urges motorists not to pass snow removal equipment on the highway, to use
caution, and watch for icy road surfaces in the overnight and early morning hours.

For helpful information on winter driving conditions visit dot.ca.gov/travel/winter-driving-tips. Caltrans also reminds motorists to #KnowBeforeYouGo by checking QuickMaps on your mobile device or visit https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ for real-time highway conditions.