The Bay Area received funding late last month for dozens of road, bridge, bike/ped and other projects when the California Transportation Commission allocated $1.9 billion to support infrastructure projects.
The approved funding includes nearly $430 million from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) and $740 million via Senate Bill (SB) 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
“California’s transportation infrastructure is critical to the economic and cultural lifeblood of our state, and this funding provides key support in our mission to provide a safe, equitable and sustainable transportation system for all users,” Caltrans Director Tony Tavares said.
In the Bay Area, the latest CTC-approved projects include:
Alameda County
- $50,000 allocation on I-80 to reconstruct the I-80/Ashby Avenue (SR-13) Interchange and provide bicycle/pedestrian connectivity.
- $7.5 million allocation on SR-84 In and near Fremont and Union City, from 0.3 mile north of Route 238 (Mission Boulevard) to 1.5 miles north of Palomares Road to repair slopes and wire mesh screening, reconstruct roadway, and construct new retaining wall. A severe storm on Feb. 19, 2024, resulted in embankment slope failing, causing the roadway shoulder to collapse.
- $8.8 million allocation on I-580 near Livermore, at 1.0 mile east of Flynn Road. Heavy rains up until March 15, 2023, caused a landslide below a retaining wall, causing the wall to buckle and fail. This project will stabilize the slope, excavate, and remove the damaged retaining wall, construct a new retaining wall system, replace damaged pavement, and apply erosion control.
- $4.2 million allocation on I-880 in Oakland, under Route 880 along Wood Street, between West Grand Avenue and 34th Street. People experiencing homelessness have been using this bridge structure for shelter. This site is a large unsheltered encampment where fires occur on a regular basis and has resulted in fires damaging the bridge columns. This project is necessary to repair bridge damage, protect the area by constructing a hardened security perimeter fence, perform electrical repairs, reconstruct, and stabilize the damaged embankment slopes, and install signs.
- $680,000 allocation for Green Power Microgrid - EV Chargers, located within the seaport area of the Port of Oakland (Port), within the City of Oakland, California. The seaport area is generally bound by the San Francisco Bay to the north, west and south, and by I-880 (between West Grand Avenue and Adeline Street) to the East. In 2019, the Port formalized its commitment to becoming a zero-emissions port. The Green Power Microgrid - Solar Project implements intermediate and near term (2023-2030) actions of the Pathway to Zero Emissions Plan. This component includes 145 heavy duty/Class 8 electrical vehicle chargers at 7 locations for yard, dockside, and transient vehicle use, increasing the number of zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) that can be supported from 50 to 1,000.
- $1.9 million allocation for Green Power Microgrid - Substations/BESS, located within the seaport area of the Port of Oakland (Port). This component includes battery storage capacity at 6 locations for clean energy storage, and 6 substation upgrades for electric grid modernization to support the Ports transition to zero-emissions, accommodate future Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) needs, as well as Port and potential community resiliency.
- $294,000 allocation for the Green Power Microgrid - Solar. The project will be located within the seaport area of the Port of Oakland. This component includes solar infrastructure for increased capacity for electric vehicles and other facilities and equipment.
- $99,000 allocation for Addison Street Bicycle Boulevard Extension Project. On Addison Street from Bolivar Drive to the east side of Sacramento Street and on Addison Street from Milvia Street to Oxford Street: Install Class I, III, and IV bicycle facilities, two traffic circles, a traffic diverter, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons and refuge median, Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon, signage, pavement rehab, and striping.
- $30,000 allocation for Washington Elementary and Berkeley High Schools Safe Routes to School Project. Installation of leading pedestrian intervals, curb extensions, traffic circle, pavement markings, signage, changes to drop-off/pick up zones, and other traffic calming measures.
- $730,000 allocation for Oakland Waterfront Mobility Hub (2nd Street Transportation Hub) for reduced greenhouse gas emissions, reduced congestion and improved multi-modal transit connectivity with the transportation hub that will provide a comfortable multimodal transit center bus stop area that will improve mobility between nearby transit terminals.
- $3.2 million allocation for East Bay Transit-Oriented Development Mobility Enhancement Project (Lake Merritt Parking Lot). Waterproofing the existing BART tunnel and creating a pedestrian plaza and associated amenities located in Alameda County. This will result in a safer environment to access the public transportation station and increased ridership.
- $3.1 million allocation for East Bay Transit-Oriented Development Mobility Enhancement Project (Lake Merritt Bike and Pedestrian). Street and sidewalk improvements for bicyclists and pedestrians located in Alameda County. This will increase transit ridership by improving accessibility to the station and will improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians entering and passing the station.
Contra Costa County
- $3.6 million allocation for I-680 in San Ramon and Danville, from Alcosta Boulevard to north of Diablo Road. Rehabilitate pavement, upgrade guardrail, and upgrade facilities to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
- $6 million allocation for BART expansion and contraction of steel rail in Contra Costa County which will destress 20 miles of rail track within the BART operating corridor.
- $83,000 allocation for the Morello Avenue sidewalk gap closure will address gaps of concrete sidewalk on the east side of Morello Avenue, south of Village Oaks Drive; and the east side of Morello Avenue, north of Arnold Drive. Improvements will also new curb and gutter, and a new ADA curb ramp at the southeast corner of Morello Avenue/Village Oaks Drive.
Marin County
- $320,000 allocation for SR-1 near Point Reyes Station and Olema, from Olema Creek Bridge to north of Cypress Road; also, near Tomales, from south of Tomales-Petaluma Road to south of Valley Ford Road (PM 45.0/50.5).
- $1.1 million allocation for US-101 in Corte Madera, from 0.4 mile to 0.6 mile north of SR-131 (Tiburon Boulevard). Restore slope, regrade unlined ditch, and install erosion control measures.
- $1.5 million allocation in San Francisco and Marin Counties, on State Routes 35, 37, 80, 101, 131, 280, and 580 at various locations, to replace or install curve warning signs.
- $118,000 allocation for SR-37 in and near Novato, from Route 101 to Atherton Avenue, to reconstruct the roadway to address sea level rise and recurrent flooding. Additional contribution of $20,000,000 for PS&E from the General Fund provided by Assembly Bill 178 (AB 178).
- $1.3 million allocation for SR-1 near Muir Beach, at 1.7 miles north of Muir Beach Overlook to repair the damaged drainage system and pavement and rebuild and stabilize the embankment. Heavy rains from January 2024 storms resulted in culvert failure which then caused pavement settlement and a sinkhole.
- $1.95 million allocation for SR-1 near Tomales, at 1.4 miles south of Tomales-Petaluma Road to remove the debris from the roadway, repair slope, and clean and repair damaged drainage system. Heavy rains from late January through mid-February 2024 resulted in slope failing, causing debris to cover the entire northbound lane and half of the southbound lane.
- $1.4 million allocation for SR-131 in Tiburon, at Stewart Drive to remove unsuitable material underneath the pavement, replace damaged culvert and utility vault, and reconstruct curb and sidewalk. On Jan. 26, 2024, a report was received that a sinkhole was found beneath the sidewalk. A follow-up inspection was performed showing recent rains had caused the culvert to break and dislocate at the joint, which led to a sinkhole and a damaged utility vault.
Napa County
- $1.9 million allocation for various routes in various locations in Napa and Solano Counties, to replace or install curve warning signs.
- $3.3 million allocation for SR-29 In and near American Canyon, from Solano County line to Napa River Bridge. The goal is to rehabilitate pavement and upgrade facilities to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
Santa Clara County
- $55 million allocation for US-101 in southern Santa Clara County at the interchange of US-101 and SR-25. Reconstruct the interchange at a location just north of the existing interchange. The improvements will include a new, widened bridge to convey SR-25 over US-101. It will also improve ramps for all traffic movements between US-101 and SR-25, and minor realignment of SR-25 to the north. New traffic signals will be installed at the northbound and southbound ramp termini with SR-25.
- $6.6 million allocation for SR-17 in Los Gatos, at Santa Cruz Avenue Undercrossing No. 37-0124L (PM 6.16) and Main Street Overcrossing No. 37-0117 (PM 6.55). Replace and upgrade bridge rails to meet current Federal and State design standards, ensure the protection of the traveling public, and enhance the reliability of the bridge railings.
- $10.1 million allocation for Routes 85, 87, 280, and 680 at various locations in Santa Clara County to construct permanent Full Trash Capture (FTC) devices to achieve statewide National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit compliance units for trash capture. Financial Contribution Only (FCO) to the City of San Jose to design and construct FTC devices and connect to the city's drainage system.
- $1.3 million allocation for SR-152 near Gilroy, from west of Canada Road to Route 156 to install centerline and edge line rumble strips, widen roadway, and install curve warning signs.
- $884,000 allocation for SR-130 near San Jose, 0.7 mile east of Kincaid Road to construct a retaining wall and repair damaged roadway. On March 30, 2023, a maintenance crew worker reported a roadway slip out caused by recent storms.
- $650,000 allocation for SR-35 in Palo Alto, at 1.2 miles south of Alpine Road to repair damaged pavement, a sinkhole, and slope embankment. A winter storm in December 2023 brought heavy rains that caused pavement settlement, a sinkhole, and erosion. A follow-up inspection was performed on Jan. 3, 2024, showing pavement distress due to insufficiently compacted roadway fill material and minor cracking leading to subgrade infiltration and degradation.
- $1.7 million allocation for SR-9 near Saratoga, at 1.0 mile north of Redwood Gulch Road to remove debris and stabilize slope embankment. Heavy rainstorms between late January 2024 and mid-February 2024 resulted in slope failing, causing mud and debris to cover a portion of the traveled roadway.
San Francisco County
- $1.3 million allocation for SR-35 in the City and County of San Francisco, at 0.1 mile south of John Muir Drive to remove landslide, reconstruct slope and pavement, and repair guardrail. An atmospheric river storm on February 4, 2024, resulted in the fill slope eroding, causing a sinkhole and pavement failure, and a northbound shoulder and lane closure.
- $857,000 allocation for The Bayview Community Multimodal Corridor project, which will improve pedestrian and bicycle safety and access by providing a comfortable multimodal route and supportive programs (Non-Infrastructure).
- $1.7 million allocation for Core Capacity Program (MUNI Forward K Line). The outcome will be improved transit travel times and reliability while providing safer and more comfortable boarding areas for passengers. Improved overall traffic safety by reducing traffic speeds, reducing left turn conflicts, and improving pedestrian visibility.
- $8.95 million allocation for the expansion of WETA Ferry Service (Acquisition of New All-Electric Vessels). This is for the construction of an all-electric 149 passenger ferry to improve the current network of ferries. This will provide a fast and reliable method of water travel for the community, which will reduce vehicle miles traveled, reduce greenhouse gas emissions since these ferries are all electric, and improve the existing ferry networks currently operating.
- $14.6 million allocation for the expansion of WETA Ferry Service (Shoreside Charging Infrastructure). The infrastructure will modify standard floats to house batteries that will allow vessels to charge while vessels are docked. This will help in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled by providing the supporting infrastructure for the all-electric vessels to operate.
San Mateo County
- $1.8 million allocation for US-101 in Redwood City, at Redwood Creek Bridge No. 35-0145 to repair damaged bridge columns, abutment, bent cap and soffit, and mitigate local scour.
- $2.2 million allocation for US-101 in East Palo Alto, from University Avenue to Willow Road to construct permanent Full Trash Capture (FTC) devices to achieve statewide National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit compliance units for trash capture. Financial Contribution Only (FCO) to East Palo Alto to design and construct FTC devices and connect to the city's drainage system.
- $3.7 million allocation for SR-84 in Woodside, at 0.4 mile south of Portola Road to repair the slope, construct a retaining wall, reconstruct roadway structural section, and repair the damaged pavement. Heavy rains between Dec. 24, 2022, and Jan. 8, 2023 saturated soils and caused the roadway to slip out and buckle, forcing closure of the road in both directions until it could be repaired. repair the slope, construct a retaining wall, reconstruct roadway structural section, and repair the damaged pavement.
- $10,000 allocation for Delaware Street Safe Routes to School Corridor in the city of San Mateo, on South Delaware Street from 19th Avenue to Pacific Boulevard. The Delaware Street Safe Routes to School Corridor will replace existing underutilized Class II bicycle lanes with 0.7 miles of Class IV facilities and add 0.35 miles of bicycle boulevard in addition to crossing treatments at intersections, upgraded pedestrian facilities, and connectivity to the city’s existing and planned bicycle facilities for a fully connected portion of the planned bicycle network.
- $15 million allocation for the replacement of 37 or more 2009 model year heavy duty diesel buses with 40-foot zero emission buses located in San Mateo County. The outcome will be a reduction in greenhouse gas and carbon emissions, reduce fossil fuel consumption, and provide more efficient and equitable access to sustainable and clean public transportation in San Mateo County.
Solano County
- $4.1 million allocation for SR-12 in Fairfield and Suisun, from Beck Avenue to Lawler Ranch Parkway/Walters Road, to improve safety by installing flashing beacons, signal ahead warning signs and pavement markings. This project will reduce the number and severity of collisions.
- $1.1 million allocation for SR-37 in and near Vallejo, from Walnut Avenue/Mare Island to 0.5 mile east of Sacramento Street. Install Variable Message Sign (VMS) System consisting of a Changeable Message Sign (CMS), a queue detection system, and lighting along westbound SR-37.
- $838,000 allocation for West Texas Street Complete Streets Project at West Texas Street between Beck Avenue and Pennsylvania Ave, to construct Class IV separated bikeways with Class II buffered bike lane segment, with a traffic signal and new marked crosswalk, and curb extensions.
- $117,000 allocation for Safety Education and Encouragement Programs at the vicinity of E. Ruth Sheldon Academy of Innovative Learning and Fairview Elementary School, Safety education and encouragement programs at nearby schools.
Sonoma County
- $972,000 allocation for SR-116 near Guerneville, at 0.3 mile west of Riverside Drive. Construct soldier-pile retaining wall and improve drainage system to permanently restore damaged roadside due to landslide.
- $1.5 million allocation for Routes 12, 37, 101, 116, 121, and 128 at various locations in Sonoma County to replace or install curve warning signs.
- $2 million allocation for SR-1 near Jenner, from south of Russian Gulch Bridge to 2.5 miles south of Fort Ross Road to rehabilitate pavement and upgrade guardrail.
- $1.2 million allocation for SR-1 near Timber Cove, at the District 4 Fort Ross Maintenance Station to replace septic tank, septic distribution box, and septic leach lines, remove raw sewage, and install new building sheet rock, insulation, sub floor, base board, tile, bathroom vanities, tub, and shower. On January 29, 2024, functioning ceased for septic system at cottage 3, causing the tank to back up and sewage to overflow into and throughout cottage 3 and surrounding areas creating a biohazard for onsite maintenance employee tenants plus all maintenance station employees.
- $7.5 million allocation for SR-1 near Timber Cove, at 1.8 miles north of Pacific View Drive to remove the landslide debris, repair slopes, install concrete canvas for slope protection, reset damaged guardrail, reconstruct pavement using sub grade enhancement fabric, and construct new retaining wall using concrete lagging. Heavy storms from late January through mid-February 2024 caused saturated slopes, which resulted in washouts, landslides, longitudinal pavement cracking, and pavement settlement.
- $2.5 million allocation for Sonoma Regional Bus and Rail Connectivity Improvements (2011 Diesel Bus Fleet Replacement to Battery Electric) to purchase six Battery Electric Public Transit Buses to replace aged diesel buses. The outcome will be improved access to passenger rail and bus transit, increases ridership, hasten the transition to a fully zero emission bus fleet, and better integrate cross-agency.
Various Counties
- $26.8 million allocation for Peninsula Corridor Electrification Expansion Project for the procurement of new electric multiple units (EMU) to increase capacity. This will increase ridership, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve safety, and improve integration.
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