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District 10 Maintenance units from the Modesto region are out in force this weekend, and one of the areas where they are tackling the ugly problem of roadside l...itter is adjacent to State Route 120 through Manteca. Saturday's emphasis was the SR-120 connector from SR-99 to Interstate 5, in Southern San Joaquin County. Our committed crews were collecting and disposing of fast-food wrappers, general trash, glass, plastic containers and more that were cast out by motorists or dumped on the highway by people. District 10 has crews working alongside the highway all weekend, and across the region, so please keep an eye out for them as you drive past: We here at District 10 want to make sure that everyone gets home safely every night!

U.S. 101 will NOT be opening TONIGHT. It remains fully closed due to slide at Last Chance Grade. The slide activity continued today and stalled clean up effort...s. There is still an estimated 3,000 cubic yards of material to be removed. We will continue working as long as possible into the night. We will reassess in the morning and have an estimated reopening time by 11am. Check QuickMap before you go for the latest updates at QuickMap.dot.ca.gov or download the QuickMap app. #LastChanceGrade #Hwy101 #CrescentCity #DelNorteCounty

It’s a new day! Currently R2 level chain control is in effect for 243, 18, 38, 189, 173 and 330. For more detailed information check out QuickMap.dot.ca.Gov before you start your trip. Bring your chains regardless of your vehicle. #Caltrans8

Drone video of the Highway 1 washout south of Big Sur in Caltrans Central Coast (District 5). The road is CLOSED until further notice. The town of Big Sur is OPEN and accessible from the north (Carmel). Please check QuickMap.dot.ca.gov before you travel. Video courtesy of the Monterey County Sheriff's Office.

In the aftermath of the storm of the season, here are some shots of Tahoe City and the West Shore. Our Tahoe City Maintenance staff is out on the highways cleaning things up. Please be alert for them! CHP - Truckee

Please drive carefully and #BeWorkZoneAlert!

Great progress is being made along I-5 on the new Carpool/HOV Lanes! Caltrans and @SANDAGregion construction crews are working on: Outside shoulder paving ...Underground utility work Slope and embankment shaping Learn more KeepSanDiegoMoving.com/BuildNCC #BuildNCC #Caltrans #KeepSanDiegoMoving

If traveling to the Sierra this weekend, check http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for the latest road conditions. Chain controls likely later today and overnight. Be prepared and plan ahead for a slow commute with these helpful winter safety tips https://bit.ly/2NK27dH

Travelers along U.S. 101 between Laytonville and Willits: Please expect 20-minute delays from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. for weather-related work (except for Sunday). Cre...ws and contractors will be working in multiple locations clearing downed trees and removing hazards. Please plan accordingly. Caltrans appreciates your patience and understanding as we work to clear the roads and get you to where you’re going safely. See more

UPDATE (2/20-4 p.m.) Unfortunately, U.S. 101 will NOT be opening today. It remains fully closed due to slide at Last Chance Grade. The slide activity continued... today and stalled clean up efforts. There is still an estimated 3,000 cubic yards of material to be removed. We will continue working as long as possible into the night. We will reassess in the morning and have an estimated reopening time by 11 a.m. tomorrow. UPDATE (2/20-11:00 a.m.): We expect U.S. 101 to reopen at 8 p.m. TONIGHT to one-way traffic control. Motorists should anticipate 30-minute delays. The plan is subject to change and is dependent on no additional slide activity. U.S. 101 remains closed at Last Chance Grade south of Crescent City due to landslide activity. The slide activity has slowed down from yesterday and last night. Crews are making progress on removing the large volume of rocks and trees. Crews are working around the clock to reopen the highway as soon as it is safe to do so. We will update later today with an estimated reopening time. Check QuickMap before you go for the latest updates at QuickMap.dot.ca.gov or download the QuickMap app. #LastChanceGrade #Hwy101 #CrescentCity #DelNorteCounty

If it ain’t snowing where you’re at, it might be raining! Take a look at this runoff near the I-10 in Beaumont! This is near the #AppleFire burn area.

Much love and respect!

Cal OES continues its mission alongside partner agencies to support local communities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the latest numbers as of November 4, 2020:

Job Posting: Office Chief, Aviation Planning

Today, we honor the memory of George W. Rice, Caltrans District 2 Maintenance Foreman. On November 3, 1924, Mr. Rice was overseeing the moving of a rock crusher near Castella in Shasta County when a cable broke and propelled a tackle block. The tackle block struck Mr. Rice resulting in fatal injuries.

Today, we honor the memory of Dennis Sparks, Caltrans District 7 Maintenance Superintendent II. Mr. Sparks was fatality injured in an automobile collision on October 31, 1988 while driving to a field office.

Thank you to Assistant Deputy Director Branden Butler of the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing for providing expertise and sharing in our celebration of Disability Awareness Month.

Did you know that Structure Construction is one of the largest subdivisions at Caltrans? They’re the hardhat and boots Engineers that partner closely with bridge construction contractors on a variety of exciting projects that involve bridges, tunnels, retaining walls, buildings, pump plants, and other roadside structures. To learn more, contact us at [email protected] #CaltransBridge #civilengineering #bridgebuilder #structuralengineering

Less than a week to go! Reminder: You don’t have to wait to vote. Create your #PlanToVote. Cast your ballot by mail, official drop box or at an early voting center! Let your voice be heard. Find a place near you at CAEarlyVoting.sos.ca.gov #VoteSafeCA

It's #NationalFirstRespondersDay and Caltrans wants to honor the many achievements of our first responder partners. We also want to thank our own road warriors for all they do to clear roads, control traffic & clean up roadways after a disaster. We stand, #StrongerTogether!

Red Flag Warning Continues The Red Flag Warning (critical fire weather) continues for Los Angeles County today. Gusty Santa Ana winds are expected to conti...nue through this afternoon, though weaker than yesterday. An EVACUATION WARNING has been issued in the area south of Diamond Bar due to the #BlueridgeFire. Please monitor lacounty.gov/emergency/ along with local news and social media for latest information. The #LACoFD encourages residents living in wildfire prone areas to be prepared. Now is a good time to be "SET - review your evacuation plans, ensure your emergency kits are ready, and identify important things to take with you (remember, the 6 P’s) in the event evacuations are ordered. We encourage residents to download the Ready! Set! Go! Wildfire Action Plan (fire.lacounty.gov/rsg) for additional safety tips. Chris Cristi, ABC7 #LACoFDReadySetGo

Dangerous fire weather conditions continue today. Have an evacuation plan in place & please be vigilant about wildfire safety. Visit readyforwildfire.org for wildfire preparedness info.

Today, we honor the memory of Thad Clement, Caltrans District 4 Maintenance Worker. On October 25, 1966, Mr. Clement was working in the Santa Cruz area when he was struck and killed by an errant motorist.

October is #GlobalDiversityAwarenessMonth and Caltrans is proud to celebrate #diversity all year around! Celebrating diversity is an integral part of our culture at Caltrans. We are committed to celebrating our diversity and embracing what unites us.

Attention, California! The California Office of Traffic Safety has extended the deadline for its statewide photo contest! Snap a picture (or collage of pictures...) showing how you Go Safely while biking or walking for a chance to win 1 of 5 laptop computers!* Enter now at gosafelyca.org! Hurry, contest ends 10/30/20. *(Prizes provided courtesy of iHeartMedia Inc.)