Happy Presidents Day! If you are driving on our roadways today, be sure to check road conditions before you start your trip. The #Caltrans #QuickMap app is a great resource for that. And be careful driving in the rain. #drivesafe
Monday night's storm was particularly strong throughout the three counties of @caltrans9.bsky.social . Here's a look at the elements our crews faced in the overnight hours when U.S. 395 briefly closed at the base of Sherwin Grade.
Remember to check #Quickmap before traveling this winter.
State Route 178 in San Bernardino County is closed just east of Ridgecrest after the highway sustained heavy damage during last night's storm.
For the latest on highway conditions, visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #quickmap app.
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Hitting the road this weekend? Before you set out, check QuickMap.dot.ca.gov or download the #QuickMap app to get the latest info on road conditions, lane closures, and rest area availability.
Highway 36 Expected to Reopen to One-Way Traffic Thursday Near Swimmer’s Delight #Highway36 #CaltransDistrict1 #SlideRecovery #GrizzlyCreek #HumboldtCounty #RoadReopening #OneWayTraffic #QuickMap
File photo of the eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park.
Work continues this week on reopening State Route 120 W at Lee Vining. Snow has been cleared, but there are vital pavement repairs and rock work that needs to be completed before the road can reopen. We will provide updates on the status of the highway as they come in.
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State Route 108 (Sonora Pass) has reopened from its winter closure.
While the highway is open to vehicles now, there is a snowstorm in the forecast that might prompt a storm closure. Be sure to follow us here for updates and check #QuickMap before you go to get the latest on highway conditions.
Our Lee Vining Maintenance Crew reached the eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park on State Route 120 West yesterday. While this is a big seasonal milestone, there is still work to do before the highway can reopen.
For road conditions, visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #quickmap app.
Exit 165 on State Route 58 north of Mojave has reopened from its wind closure.
Before you leave home, check quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #quickmap app to get the latest info on California highway conditions.
🌨️Winter isn't going down without a fight. More snow is in the forecast for the higher elevations of Mono County today, per our friends at the National Weather Service in Reno.
Remember to pack your snow chains and check #QuickMap before you go to get the latest info on highway conditions.
Snow is falling from Tehachapi to Mammoth Lakes and beyond. Even the Coso Junction Rest Area in Inyo County is seeing flakes. When the weather is like this, remember to slow down, create space between vehicles, and check the #Quickmap app or quickmap.dot.ca.gov before you go.
UPDATE: U.S. 395 over Conway Summit (between Lee Vining and Bridgeport) has reopened with chain control restrictions. Drivers should visit QuickMap.dot.ca.gov or download the #Quickmap app to get the latest highway conditions before they leave home.
Update: Both northbound lanes remain closed. Northbound traffic is being detoured at Leliter Road.
Check Quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #Quickmap app for the latest information on highway conditions in California.
High snow berm at Smoky Flats in Mono County along U.S. 395.
U.S. 395, State Route 203 to Mammoth, and State Route 168 S to June Lake are open, but chain control restrictions are in place across Mono County.
Before you head out, make sure your chains are packed and visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #QuickMap app to get the latest highway conditions.
FINAL UPDATE: U.S. 395 and State Route 203 are now open.
Visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #QuickMap app to your iOS or Android device for the latest highway conditions.
UPDATE: The closure on U.S. 395 in Mono County has EXPANDED. The highway is now closed in both directions from about 18 miles north of Bishop to June Lake Junction.
We will continue to post updates as they come in from the field. Check #Quickmap for all highway conditions.
Chain Requirement Levels Requirement 1 (R1): Chains are required on all vehicles except passenger vehicles and light-duty trucks under 6,000 pounds gross weight and equipped with snow tires on at least two drive wheels. Chains must be carried by vehicles using snow tires. All vehicles towing trailers must have chains on one drive axle. Trailers with brakes must have chains on at least one axle. Requirement 2 (R2): Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles exepct four-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles with snow-tread tires on all four wheels. NOTE: Four-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles must carry traction devices in chain control areas. Requirement 3 (R3): Chains or traction devices are required on all vehicles, no exceptions.
We hope you packed your snow chains or other traction control devices (like snow socks) because chain control restrictions are in place for much of Mono County. Visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the #QuickMap app to your iOS or Android device for the latest highway conditions.
A graphic advertising the QuickMap app, available on the App Store and Google Play. The app lets you pick the layers you want to see and includes STAA Truck Routes.
State Route 58 over Tehachapi Pass remains open this morning. Roadways are wet, so remember to slow down and create extra space between you & the vehicle in front of you. A winter weather advisory is in effect until 4pm today.
Check #QuickMap before you leave home for the latest on road conditions
ATTENTION DRIVERS: STATE ROUTE 120 EAST (Mono Mills Road) is closed due to a winter storm. Caltrans crews will assess the road condition next week after the storm has passed.
For more on road conditions visit #quickmap at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the Quickmap app.
ATTN DRIVERS: State Route 158 North (North June Lake Loop) is in a storm closure. June Lake is fully accessible from U.S. 395. Caltrans will assess the road after the storm has passed.
For more on road conditions visit #QuickMap at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the app.
Graphic stating that State Route 89 in California is in a storm closure.
ATTN: State Route 89 (Monitor Pass) is closed ahead of the incoming snowstorm. Crews will assess the roadway after the storm passes.
For more info on road conditions visit #quickmap at quickmap.dot.ca.gov or download the app.
@caltrans9.bsky.social crews are continuing to plow highways in Mono and Inyo counties. #Dontcrowdtheplow and give our crews the space they need to work. For information on chain control restrictions, download the #QuickMap app or visit QuickMap.dot.ca.gov.
