Hagar drive on the university of california, santa cruz (UCSC) campus from coolidge drive to east remote parking lot (0.7 miles) this project will in…

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a $200,000 Formula Grant under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) on June 13, 2025, to improve safety and multimodal transportation infrastructure on Hagar Drive at the University of California, Santa Cruz campus. The project encompasses a 0.7-mile segment from Coolidge Drive to the East Remote Parking Lot and will deliver three primary improvements: installation of three compact roundabouts at unprotected intersections to enhance vehicular safety, addition of vertical reflectors on curves for improved visibility, and creation of protected bicycle lanes through new delineators to support active transportation.

This project aligns with the Highway Planning and Construction program's broader objectives to support highway safety enhancements and bicycle/pedestrian facility improvements. As a state-administered program, Caltrans, as the state transportation department, implements the project in accordance with federal requirements under 23 CFR and 2 CFR 200, including necessary environmental reviews and documentation. The multimodal focus—combining intersection safety improvements with protected bike lane infrastructure—reflects current federal priorities in sustainable and safe transportation network development.

Project description

Hagar drive on the university of california, santa cruz (UCSC) campus from coolidge drive to east remote parking lot (0.7 miles) this project will install three compact roundabouts at unprotected intersections; add vertical reflectors on curves; and add new delineators to create protected bike lanes.