Construction projects in Lake Tahoe region impacting traffic flow.
Next week, Lake Tahoe will experience significant road closures and construction projects, impacting key routes including State Route 28 and SR 89. CalTrans has announced a $31.7 million pavement rehabilitation project on SR 28, with work scheduled at night to minimize disruptions. Utility work will also take place, along with the closure of Fanny Bridge until mid-November. Motorists should anticipate delays and plan for detours, while pedestrians and cyclists can still access dedicated paths during the construction period.
CalTrans has announced a significant pavement rehabilitation project along State Route 28 (SR 28) in Tahoe City, with a total budget of approximately $31.7 million. The project is managed by the contractor Mercer Fraser Company of Eureka. Construction activities will primarily occur from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. between Sunday, August 24, and Thursday, August 28. This nightly schedule will help minimize daytime disruption but will affect westbound traffic with temporary bi-directional traffic flow.
The work zone extends between Commons Beach Road and Grove Street. During this period, no street parking will be allowed within the construction zone. However, access to cross streets and driveways will be maintained to minimize inconvenience for local residents and businesses. Additional work is planned on Friday, August 29, from 7 a.m. to noon.
In addition to pavement repairs, CalTrans will conduct utility work in the area. This includes scheduled utility activities from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, August 25, and Tuesday, August 26, between Star Harbor Court and Lake Forest Road (west). Motorists should anticipate minor traffic adjustments during these hours.
Another segment of utility work will take place from Monday, August 25, through Thursday, August 28, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.. This work will occur on SR 89 in the Homewood area, between South Street and Fern Street. Travelers are advised to plan accordingly as lane restrictions may be in effect.
The Fanny Bridge in Tahoe City will be closed to all traffic until Saturday, November 15. This closure is part of ongoing improvements, and detour routes are established to help drivers navigate around the area. During the closure, traffic will be rerouted via Lake Boulevard to access SR 89 and SR 28. Despite the bridge shutdown, West Lake Boulevard remains open to facilitate local traffic and ensure access to the transit center.
Pedestrians and cyclists will still be able to cross the Truckee River Dam via the dedicated path during the project, ensuring safe passage for non-motorized traffic.
Pile driving activities are scheduled for Saturday, August 23, and Sunday, August 24. These operations will generate noticeable noise and vibrations in the surrounding area, which are expected to last for the duration of the activities.
Broadband utility work is also set for SR 28, with work scheduled from Monday, August 25, through Thursday, August 28, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.. The affected stretch runs from the State Route 267 junction in Kings Beach to the Nevada border. Additionally, overnight utility work will occur between 8 p.m. on Sunday, August 24, and 7 a.m. on Monday, August 25, affecting the roadway between Park Lane and Harbor Avenue in Brockway.
In neighboring Placer County, utility work has been planned along SR 89 in the Homewood area. This work is scheduled from Monday, August 25, through Thursday, August 28, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.. The work will affect areas between South Street and Fern Street, and drivers should expect possible lane restrictions and delays.
All scheduled work and closures are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Motorists are advised to stay alert to ongoing updates and plan extra time for their journeys in the region.
The upcoming week in Lake Tahoe will see significant roadwork, utility activities, and bridge closures impacting travel through the region. Travelers should anticipate delays, detours, and noise due to construction and utility operations. Local authorities recommend checking for the latest updates before heading out and to drive carefully through work zones to ensure safety for all road users.
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