Caltrans is reminding motorists of various lane closures in multiple locations along State Route 49 (SR 49) and State Route 174 (SR 174) as several projects continue in Placer and Nevada counties.
Culvert Repairs along SR 174
- Both directions between Race Street and Empire Mine Road, one-way reversing traffic control is scheduled from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 24.
The extended lane closures will help to minimize the duration of the work and improve workers’ safety. Motorists may experience delays between 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic volumes. The schedule is subject to change or be delayed due to weather, availability of materials or other unexpected events.

American River Canyon Roundabout Project
- Southbound at the intersection with Lincoln Way/Borland Avenue, lane reduction is scheduled from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 24 and from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, October 25.
Safety Barrier Project
- Northbound between Lorenson Road/Florence Lane and Lone Star Road, various lane closures are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 24.
- Southbound between Lone Star Road and Lorenson Road/Florence Lane, various lane closures are scheduled from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 24.
Sidewalk Gap Closure Project
- Northbound between Education Street and Dry Creek Road, various lane closures are scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Monday, October 20 through Thursday, October 23. Work is scheduled to end for the week by 7 a.m. Friday, October 24.
- Southbound between Dry Creek Road and Bell Road, various lane closures are scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Sunday, October 19 through Thursday, October 23. Work is scheduled to end for the week by 7 a.m. Friday, October 24.
- Southbound between Luther Road and Edgewood Road, various lane closures are scheduled from 8 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Sunday, October 19 through Thursday, October 23. Work is scheduled to end for the week by 6:30 a.m. Friday, October 24.
