California
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Safety as a Priority Includes Wildlife Too
A partnership between Caltrans and the Mountains Recreation Conservation Authority (MRCA) is increasing an understanding of wildlife movements along a critical interstate corridor and improving safety for both motorists and animals. Safety is…
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New Schuyler Heim Bridge Will Allow Movement of People and Goods Even After an Earthquake
The California Department of Transportation removed a major chokepoint for marine traffic and freight while addressing significant seismic concerns – increasing safety and supporting the state’s economy. The Schuyler F. Heim Bridge was…
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Mitigation Efforts Bring Wildlife Back to California’s North Coast
The California Department of Transportation has helped restore a local ecosystem and improved wildlife populations while addressing congestion along a major Northern California highway. Wildlife mitigation is a necessary result of many transportation…
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Interchange of the future: First of its kind interchange in California
The California Department of Transportation’s new interchange design is having a profound impact on local economic, social and recreational opportunities. The groundbreaking Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) on State Route 120 in California’s Central…
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Electric Vehicle Fast Chargers Available Along State Highways in Central California
The California Department of Transportation is helping reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions through the installation of electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging stations along state highways in Central California. Caltrans has 22 new EV…
