Caltrans release: 

In order to expedite repairs on State Route 299, following damage from the Monument Fire and rockslides, Caltrans District 2 will be increasing closure times. This move is necessary in order to make sure work is completed prior to the arrival of peak winter season.

Effective Monday, November 1, State Route 299 will be closed 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Monday through Saturday from post mile 14.8 (Cedar Flat) to post mile 31 (east of Big Bar). During this closure period, there will be three openings at 7:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.

To ensure you’ll get through during the openings, please arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to the open time. Traffic that is in line at the opening times will be escorted via pilot car simultaneously from both sides.

From 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., one way traffic control will be in effect. Sunday, one way traffic control will be in place between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

This schedule is subject to change without prior notice. Caltrans and its contractors do our best to keep the public informed. To stay up-to-date on this and other highway projects, please follow us on Facebook and Twitter. The public can also call (530) 225-3426 during working hours or send an email to D2PIO@dot.ca.gov.