Bear creek road 0.2 MI north of CA-35 PR:construct 70LF retaining structure to support failed road. Install drainage features to control runoff. Plac

The Federal Highway Administration awarded a $457,338 Project Grant to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) on June 26, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). The project addresses critical road infrastructure failure on Bear Creek Road, 0.2 miles north of California State Route 35, through a comprehensive rehabilitation effort. The deliverables include construction of a 70-linear-foot retaining structure to stabilize the failed roadway section, installation of drainage features to manage stormwater runoff, placement of guardrail systems to protect against drop-off hazards, and restoration of the affected roadway segment to safe operating conditions.

This project exemplifies the Highway Planning and Construction program's focus on highway safety enhancements and infrastructure preservation. As a state-administered federal program, Caltrans manages project selection and implementation in California in coordination with the FHWA Division Office, which provides oversight and approval of the project agreement prior to construction commencement. The work addresses both structural integrity and safety concerns through engineered solutions designed to prevent future deterioration and protect public safety on this California roadway corridor.

Project description

Bear creek road 0.2 MI north of CA-35 PR:construct 70LF retaining structure to support failed road. Install drainage features to control runoff. Place guardrail to shield drop-off. Restore roadway section.