PLACER COUNTY – Caltrans is alerting motorists about scheduled lane and ramp closures along Interstate 80 (I-80) in the Sierra Nevada as construction resumes on the $157.5 million Monte Vista Pavement Rehabilitation Project between Dutch Flat/Monte Vista and Drum Forebay.
Various lane closures are scheduled in both eastbound and westbound directions around the clock starting Monday, April 6 at 5 p.m. through Friday, April 17 at 5 p.m. for temporary k-rail placement, lane shifts and temporary striping.
Additionally, the following on- and off-ramps will also be closed and tentatively scheduled to reopen on Friday, December 18, as crews reconstruct the ramps to accommodate the new eastbound truck climbing lane.
- Eastbound on- and off-ramps at Crystal Springs Road (Exit 148A)
- Motorists exiting the highway will detour eastbound I-80 to Baxter, then return westbound on I-80.
- Motorists entering the highway will detour westbound I-80 to Alta, then return eastbound on I-80.
- Eastbound on- and off-ramps at Drum Forebay (Exit 150)
- Motorists exiting the highway will detour eastbound I-80 to Blue Canyon, then return westbound on I-80.
- Motorists entering the highway will detour westbound I-80 to Baxter, then return eastbound on I-80.
Motorists may experience delays between 20 and 30 minutes and are encouraged to allow additional travel time along the I-80 Sierra corridor. The schedule is subject to change or be delayed due to weather, availability of materials or other unexpected events.
The extended lane closures will help to minimize the duration of the work and improve workers’ safety. Motorists are reminded that the speed limit within the construction zone has been reduced to 55 mph, and the California Highway Patrol will be present for traffic enforcement.
DeSilva Gates Construction of Dublin is the prime contractor. The project is expected to be completed by summer 2027. Work includes preserving pavement in fair and poor condition, upgrading median barriers, rehabilitating drainage systems, installing traffic management system elements, and improving freight mobility with an eastbound truck-climbing lane.
Caltrans District 3 is responsible for maintaining and operating 4,385 lane miles in 11 Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra counties. Caltrans reminds motorists to “Be Work Zone Alert” and slow in construction zones for the safety of travelers and crews performing these improvements.