Funding OK’d for intersection along Hwy. 89

Californians will be driving on smoother roads, safer bridges, and enjoying the benefits of enhanced transit thanks to $334 million in funding allocated to 53 projects by the California Transportation Commission.

On project is just outside the Tahoe basin in Placer County. The intersection of Highway 89 and Alpine Meadows Road near Truckee will get a new traffic signal along with left and right turn lanes. This will cost $874,000.

The allocations include approximately $165 million to repair bumpy pavement, preserve roads that are in good condition from worsening, and upgrade bridges to make them safer and stronger.