Photo: Caltrans

Well, apparently having the sad section of Highway 299 near Big French Creek open all day last Sunday worked out so well that Caltrans is going to make that the new norm. Also, while work continues, Caltrans says that the daily controlled traffic windows will no longer be restricted to area residents. Hooray!

Full announcement from Caltrans below: 

 

All 6 daily openings (morning, afternoon, overnight, 10 am, 12 noon, and 2 pm) are no longer restricted to local traffic only; all travelers are welcome to use the current detour opening schedules.

Every Sunday, the detour is open starting at 5:30 am and continuing all day until Monday at 7:30 am, with one-way traffic control and up to 30-minute delays.

All openings are subject to change at any time due to weather conditions or for safety reasons.

We ask the public to continue checking Caltrans District 2 Facebook and Twitter pages, calling the information hotline at (530) 225-3452, downloading the app (Caltrans Quickmap) or checking Quickmap via online before travel.

Caltrans D2 appreciates you, travelers and local residents, for your willingness to work with us during this complex project. Safe Travels!