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Construction To Fully Close 5 Freeway Next Week

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The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) plan to intermittently close one direction of the 5 Freeway (I-5) next week to build a new bridge to Weldon Canyon. The closures are set to occur between the Antelope Valley Freeway (SR-14) to Calgrove Boulevard at selected nighttime hours beginning Tuesday, Nov. 29 through ...

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CalTrans Plans To Update Walking, Biking Routes 

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In an effort to improve biker and pedestrian safety on highways, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) recently identified areas including Santa Clarita where there is need for improved walking and biking routes. On Tuesday, Caltrans announced that it is planning to use $1.05 billion in state budget to build safer and more connected pathways for bikers and pedestrians on ...

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Caltrans Announces 45-Day Closures Of I-210 Roxford Street Ramps

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has announced long-term closure of westbound Interstate 210 (I-210) Roxford Street on and off-ramps in Sylmar for paving work. Residents and local businesses located near the freeway may experience noise, vibrations and dust associated with construction activities. Crews will be closing Roxford Street on and off-ramps on westbound I-210 for up to 45 days. ...

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Caltrans Projects To Require New Policy To Make Commuting Safer

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The California Department of Transportation, (Caltrans) announced Monday its new policy for all new transportation projects it funds or oversees to include “complete street” features that provide safe and accessible options for all modes of transportation.   This policy is set to expand the availability of sustainable transportation options to help meet the state’s climate, health and equity goals, according to ...

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Caltrans To Extend 14 Freeway Lane Closures For Additional Week

California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) officials announced Friday that they plan to extend lane closures on the 14 Freeway until Jan. 12. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking KHTS Santa Clarita News Alerts delivered right to your inbox. California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) officials announced Friday that they plan to extend lane closures on the 14 Freeway until Jan. 12. The closures ...

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CalTrans Announces I-5 And Highway 14 Closures Near Newhall Pass

CalTrans officials are planning road closures on Interstate 5 and Highway 14 from Monday to Saturday for striping and signage work.

The California Department of Transportation, CalTrans,  plans to implement the closures listed below between April 6-11, 2015, for striping and signage work. Detours will be provided. Closures are subject to change. Southbound I-5 Closures All lanes from SR-14 to Balboa Boulevard: midnight to 4 a.m. Southbound truck lane: midnight to 4 a.m.  Southbound I-5 connector to eastbound I-210: 10 p.m. to 5 ...

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New Executive Director Of California Transportation Commission Announced

Will Kempton, the new executive director of the California Transportation Commission, effective Jan. 19, has been appointed by Chairman Carl Guardino. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking Santa Clarita news alerts delivered right to your inbox. Kempton will attend his first meeting of the Commission as the executive director at its Jan. 22 meeting. The Commission also acknowledged the pending retirement of ...

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Caltrans Officials To Implement Lane Closures From Nov. 17-21

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California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) officials are expected to close several lanes on the I-5 Freeway during the week of Nov. 17-21 as part of a pavement improvement project between Vista Del Lago Rd. and the Kern County line, according to a news release. Don’t miss a thing. Get breaking Santa Clarita news alerts delivered right to your inbox. More information about ...

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