Smith grade RD PM 2.69 in santa cruz county placed barricades, temporary berm and warning signs at the damage site. Prepare engineered plans, roadway

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded a $1,240,844.20 Project Grant to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on March 10, 2025. The project addresses infrastructure damage at Smith Grade Road, postmile (PM) 2.69 in Santa Cruz County, California, through comprehensive roadway restoration and safety improvements. Deliverables include preparation of engineered plans, roadway excavation, asphalt concrete (AC) pavement installation, soldier pile wall construction, Midwest guardrail system installation, retained soil protection (RSP), overside drainage, a 24-foot plastic culvert, erosion control measures, and revegetation efforts.

The project scope also encompasses immediate emergency response activities, including placement of barricades, temporary berms, and warning signs at the damage site to ensure public safety during the reconstruction process. These work activities represent typical Highway Planning and Construction program investments in infrastructure preservation and safety enhancements on state-maintained roadways in California.

Project description

Smith grade RD PM 2.69 in santa cruz county placed barricades, temporary berm and warning signs at the damage site. Prepare engineered plans, roadway excavation, AC pavement, soldier pile wall, midwest guardrail system, RSP, overside drain, 24' plastic culvert, erosion control and revegetation.