San Francisco, CA... The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) completed its annual emergency exercise today, simulating an aircraft accident that tested emergency procedures for communication, incident command, and coordination between multiple agencies. Although federal regulations require U.S. airports to conduct such a drill every three years, SFO conducts this full-scale emergency drill annually to ensure the highest level of readiness.
Calaveras Regional Transportation Plan Workshop On October 4th
Posted by: News_Desk on 10/03/2016 11:52 AM
San Andreas, CA...Come meet with staff and community members to kickoff the 2017 Calaveras Regional Transportation Plan! Learn what the Regional Transportation Plan means to you. We want to hear what is important to you.
Stockton, CA...Individuals interested in becoming chain installers on California State Highways in the Sierra Nevada can contact the Caltrans Maintenance Office at (209) 736-0187. Permits are available for State Routes 4, 88, 89, 108 and 207 in Calaveras, Alpine, Amador and Tuolumne Counties.
CALTRANS & BNSF Railway Save Time And Money Using New Innovative Techniques And Machinery
Posted by: News_Desk on 09/27/2016 05:38 PM
Merced, CA...In honor of the last week of Rail Safety Month, Caltrans is releasing behind-the-scenes footage of its track laying machine and the new innovative way crews are laying concrete ties to complete its rail projects saving the department time and money.
Caltrans Announces the Completion of the $14 Million Mokelumne River Bridge Project
Posted by: thepinetree on 11/16/2015 03:21 PM
San Joaquin County – Caltrans along with local residents and business owners are celebrating the completion of the Mokelumne River Bridge Project on State Route 12 (SR-12).This $14 million project replaced the existing concrete bridge deck, removed and replaced existing electrical components, and increased the vertical clearance of the control house. The bridge, constructed in 1942, is one of only 21 remaining swing-truss bridges in California.
Long Term Traffic Delays On Hwy 12 Mokelumne River Bridge
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/18/2015 11:55 AM
Sacramento/San Joaquin County - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will perform long-term, one-way traffic control via traffic signal on State Route (SR-12) at the Mokelumne River Bridge. One-way traffic control will be in effect beginning Monday, March 9, 2015, through Friday, May 29, 2015. Motorists should expect 15 minute delays. Alternate routes should be taken whenever possible...
The Angels Camp RV and Camping Resort Is Perfect For Stays Short Or Long!!
Posted by: thepinetree on 07/24/2014 11:52 AM
Angels Camp, CA....Enjoy the quiet of the countryside and peaceful atmosphere; relax and get away from it all at Angels Camp RV and Camping Resort Fun, family-friendly RV & Camping Resort, 82 sites in the heart of Gold Country. Quiet, secure campground centrally located near famous Calaveras wineries and home of the annual Frog Jumping Jubilee. Resort is close to exciting caverns, one with a zip-line, championship golf courses, great fishing at one of the largest lakes in the entire state (New Melones), amidst numerous scattered historical gold rush towns, Bear Valley, Big Trees National Park, near Yosemite National Park -- history galore --as well as a wide variety of other recreational and family activities. Check out the Events Calendar and Points of Interest...
Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/26/2014 02:30 PM
Rail Road Flat, Ca... On June 21, 2014 a 1958 Ford Flatbed was disabled in the northbound lane of Ridge Road. A '97 Honda Civic was travelling northbound and did not see the Ford due to being blinded by the sun. The Honda collided with the Ford, causing injuries to the driver and to both passengers of the Honda....
Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/26/2014 01:44 PM
Mokelumne Hill, Ca... On June 21st, 2014, a motorcyclist was headed northbound on Highway 49; while negotiating a curve, one of the foot pegs hit the ground, causing the bike to skid out from under the rider. The motorcycle then turned over and hit the guard rail. Luckily, the rider sustained only minor injuries...
Posted by: Lea_Marie_C_Paar on 06/26/2014 01:35 PM
Angels Camp, Ca...On June 20th, 2014, a '98 Mercury was travelling at an unsafe speed eastbound on Highway 4, near Bonanza Mine Rd, and lost control of it's travel trailer, causing it to fishtail and drift over the double yellow lines, ultimately striking a '97 Chevy. Both parties sustained minor injuries...
