State Route 162 Rehabilitation Project Set to Begin Construction

State Route 162 Rehabilitation Project Set to Begin Construction
Project to Improve Pavement, Drainage and Safety Features through Oroville Corridor

OROVILLE - Caltrans, in partnership with the City of Oroville, will begin construction on the State Route 162 Oroville Rehabilitation Project the week of April 20, bringing critical roadway, safety and accessibility improvements to one of the city's primary corridors.

Work will include rehabilitating the roadway pavement, improving drainage systems, upgrading guardrail and signage, and modifying or replacing traffic signals and lighting. The project will also bring pedestrian facilities into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including upgrades to curb ramps, sidewalks and driveways along the corridor.

The project is designed to preserve and extend the service life of State Route 162 by addressing pavement deterioration and aging infrastructure. The existing roadway has begun to show signs of wear, including cracking that is expected to worsen without repair. In addition, drainage systems in fair or poor conditions within the project area will be rehabilitated to improve roadway stability and long-term performance.

Upgrades to signage, striping and pedestrian facilities will bring the corridor up to current standards and improve overall safety for all users.

This $25.9 million project is funded through the 2022 State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP) and includes federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Teichert is the primary contractor on the project.

Caltrans has coordinated closely with the City of Oroville throughout the development of this project to ensure local priorities are reflected and to help minimize impacts to residents and businesses.

During construction, motorists should expect intermittent lane closures, reduced speeds in work zones, and minor delays. Most work will occur at night to minimize traffic impacts. Lane closures for the project are prohibited during the day and restricted between 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Friday, and between 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Caltrans will provide advance notice of traffic impacts and work schedules as construction progresses.

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