TRAFFIC ALERTS
Construction of SR 132 Bridge Over Emerald Ave
Starting on Monday, August 17th, 2020, the SR 132 West project contractor will begin erection of temporary falsework over Emerald Avenue between Kansas Avenue and Loletta Avenue to facilitate the construction of the North Emerald Avenue Undercrossing. There will be an estimated vertical clearance from the roadway to the falsework of 15’-6”.
Any oversize loads are required to contact appropriate permitting agencies for required transportation permits.
The graphic below illustrates the planned overcrossing work with minimal vertical clearance.
Any oversize loads are required to contact appropriate permitting agencies for required transportation permits.
The graphic below illustrates the planned overcrossing work with minimal vertical clearance.
The project team thanks you for your patience and for driving cautiously through the construction areas.
Download the entire Bridge Construction over Emerald message here.
Download the entire Bridge Construction over Emerald message here.
ONGOING TRAFFIC IMPACTS
Traffic Shift on Carpenter
At the end of the 58-hour closure of Carpenter Road that occurred on April 26, thru-traffic will be shifted from Carpenter Road onto the New Bypass Roadway. This Bypass Road will be in service until the completion of the new Carpenter Road Bridge. The Bypass Road will be removed upon completion and opening of the new Carpenter Road Bridge over State Route 132. The re-opening of North Carpenter Road is anticipated to be June 2021.
The graphic to the right illustrates a Bypass Road that will be constructed to direct vehicles around the Carpenter Road Bridge construction zone.
At the end of the 58-hour closure of Carpenter Road that occurred on April 26, thru-traffic will be shifted from Carpenter Road onto the New Bypass Roadway. This Bypass Road will be in service until the completion of the new Carpenter Road Bridge. The Bypass Road will be removed upon completion and opening of the new Carpenter Road Bridge over State Route 132. The re-opening of North Carpenter Road is anticipated to be June 2021.
The graphic to the right illustrates a Bypass Road that will be constructed to direct vehicles around the Carpenter Road Bridge construction zone.
The project team thanks your for your patience and reminds you to drive cautiously through the detour area.
Download the entire Carpenter Road traffic shift message here.
Download the entire Carpenter Road traffic shift message here.
Northbound Highway 99 Off-Ramp Closure at Kansas Avenue, 4/14-8/31/2020
Starting on the evening of April 14, 2020, the State Route 99 Northbound off-ramp at Kansas Avenue will be closed until August 31, 2020. Crews will be realigning the existing off-ramp to accommodate construction of foundations for the new State Route 132 bridge that will span over State Route 99.
Northbound State Route 99 travelers who wish to exit at Kansas Avenue will be directed to exit onto 6th Street via ramp exit 226A. Travelers will then be detoured north to Kansas Avenue as shown on the map below. Detour signs will be posted along the route.
The green outline in the graphic below illustrates the detour route for the NB Highway 99 Ramp Closure.
Starting on the evening of April 14, 2020, the State Route 99 Northbound off-ramp at Kansas Avenue will be closed until August 31, 2020. Crews will be realigning the existing off-ramp to accommodate construction of foundations for the new State Route 132 bridge that will span over State Route 99.
Northbound State Route 99 travelers who wish to exit at Kansas Avenue will be directed to exit onto 6th Street via ramp exit 226A. Travelers will then be detoured north to Kansas Avenue as shown on the map below. Detour signs will be posted along the route.
The green outline in the graphic below illustrates the detour route for the NB Highway 99 Ramp Closure.
The project team thanks you for your patience and for driving cautiously through the construction areas.
Download the Highway 99 NB Off-Ramp Closure Message Here.
Please visit us on social media or sign-up to receive email alerts on our Stay Informed Page.
Download the Highway 99 NB Off-Ramp Closure Message Here.
Please visit us on social media or sign-up to receive email alerts on our Stay Informed Page.
Pile Driving at Various Locations
Please stay tuned for scheduling updates.
Please stay tuned for scheduling updates.
Please drive with caution through the work area and leave a safe traveling distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you. The City of Modesto appreciates your patience as we work to improve mobility in Modesto.
View information about the Long-Term Rosemore Avenue Road Closure here.
March 10, 2020 - August 31, 2021
March 10, 2020 - August 31, 2021
WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING ON THE 132 WEST PROJECT?
August 2020
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Work is progressing with bridge construction on the SR 132 West Expressway! Both the North Rosemore Ave Overcrossing and the North Carpenter Road Overcrossing are beginning to take shape.
Check out some of the bridge overcrossing progress pictures in the photo gallery to the left. |
PAST UPDATES
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Rosemore Avenue Pile Driving began week of 6/22/2020
During the week of 6/22, the contractor for the State Route 132 Expressway Project in Modesto continued pile driving work at the Rosemore Avenue location. |
February 2020 Contaminated Soil Movement
On February 18, 2020, the City of Modesto will begin the excavation and containment of contaminated soils at the State Route 132 Site in Modesto. This movement will be overseen by Caltrans and the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC).
View the Complete Update Here, including FAQs, emails, and webpage links.
On February 18, 2020, the City of Modesto will begin the excavation and containment of contaminated soils at the State Route 132 Site in Modesto. This movement will be overseen by Caltrans and the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC).
View the Complete Update Here, including FAQs, emails, and webpage links.
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2020 Excavation: Kicking off the project ahead of schedule!
Kicking off construction ahead of schedule for the first phase of the State Route 132 West project, crews excavated 40,000 cubic yards of concrete from the site. Watch the video to the left to see what excavation looks like and to see where all that dirt is headed! |
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Ground Breaking Ceremony
On October 18, 2019, the State Route 132 West project team, including the City of Modesto, StanCOG, Caltrans, and the community celebrated the Groundbreaking of the project! This groundbreaking kicked off construction for the first phase of the State Route 132-West project, with the City of Modesto taking the lead. |
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
UPCOMING
There are currently no upcoming outreach opportunities.
There are currently no upcoming outreach opportunities.
PAST
Community Open House | November 19, 2019
The City of Modesto and project team held a community open house on Tuesday, November 19th, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Modesto Church of the Brethren. The community-wide meeting format was an open house, with a brief presentation.
View the presentation, project boards, project FAQ sheet, and Q&A resources below, from the November 19, 2019 Community Open House.
FAQ Sheet
Presentation
Project Boards
Question and Answer Resources from the City of Modesto
Community Open House | November 19, 2019
The City of Modesto and project team held a community open house on Tuesday, November 19th, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Modesto Church of the Brethren. The community-wide meeting format was an open house, with a brief presentation.
View the presentation, project boards, project FAQ sheet, and Q&A resources below, from the November 19, 2019 Community Open House.
FAQ Sheet
Presentation
Project Boards
Question and Answer Resources from the City of Modesto
