Up to two-hour delays possible on I80 from Colfax and Nevada State Line this summer

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the potential for extended delays along Interstate 80 (I-80) stretching between Colfax to the Nevada state line as several projects and emergency repairs get underway for the 2024 construction season.

Once all projects are active, delays across the corridor may reach up to a maximum of two hours. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes, if possible, to help reduce any potential delays. The schedule is subject to change or be delayed due to weather, availability of materials, or other unexpected events.`

Crews are returning to the same areas as last year for emergency wheel rut repairs and concrete slab replacements. Work is currently underway within Location 1 between Colfax and Alta. Additional work within Locations 2 and 3 is expected to resume next week, followed by Locations 4 and 5 by the end of April.

Additional projects within the corridor include the Monte Vista and Soda Springs pavement rehabilitation projects and the Yuba Pass Separation overhead bridge replacement project. Crews will also replace the water lines at both the eastbound and westbound Donner Summit Rest Areas, which will require both facilities to be closed for the entire season. For more information visit the Project Page on the Caltrans District 3 website. The total cost estimate for all projects is more than $500 million.

Caltrans District 3 is responsible for maintaining and operating 4,385 lane miles in 11 Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra counties. Caltrans reminds motorists to “Be Work Zone Alert” and slow in construction zones for the safety of travelers and crews performing these improvements.

The department will issue construction updates on X @CaltransDist3 and on Facebook at CaltransDistrict3. For real-time traffic, follow https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/.