In placer county, 21 roadways in placer county perform roadway safety sign audit and sign upgrades, including yellow warning signs and regulatory SP

The Federal Highway Administration awarded Caltrans (California Department of Transportation) a $190,000 Formula Grant under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on May 19, 2025. This award supports roadway safety improvements across 21 roadways in Placer County, California, through completion of a comprehensive safety sign audit and installation of sign upgrades. The project encompasses the installation of yellow warning signs and regulatory speed limit signs designed to enhance traffic safety on the targeted roadways.

The Highway Planning and Construction program, authorized under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, provides federal-aid highway funds to states for construction, preservation, and improvement of highways. As a formula-based allocation administered through the state department of transportation, this award enables Caltrans to address identified safety needs within Placer County by modernizing and standardizing roadway signage. The project demonstrates the program's commitment to transportation safety enhancements on public roads, a priority activity eligible for funding under CFDA 20.205.

Project description

In placer county, 21 roadways in placer county perform roadway safety sign audit and sign upgrades, including yellow warning signs and regulatory speed limit signs