Highway 32 paving project underway

The California Department of Transportation (CalTrans District 2) and Dig It Construction, Inc. have began work on the Deer Creek Overlay Project on State Route 32 in Tehama County.

The $1.86 million project will replace asphalt surfacing with areas of dig outs and provide a thin hot mix asphalt overlay on SR 32 approximately 33 miles east of Forest Ranch, from 0.5 mile west of Slate Creek Bridge to the junction with State Route 36.

The project will also include shoulder backing, upgrading guardrail to meet current standards, removal and replacement of thermoplastic markings and striping, and pavement mill and fill at bridge approaches.

CalTrans said motorists will encounter one-way traffic control with up to 15-minute delays, Monday through Friday during daytime hours.

Travelers are urged to slow down and drive carefully in and around construction areas, follow speed limit reductions in place, and allot extra time for delays.

The project is currently anticipated to be completed by the end of August.

CalTrans reminds motorists construction projects are subject to changes without prior notice.

To stay up to date on highway projects, follow CalTrans on Facebook and X. Project information can also be found on the District 2 webpage, call (530) 225-3426 during working hours or send an email to D2PIO@dot.ca.gov.