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Caltrans Rams Truck to Test Safety of New Bridge Rail

A Dodge Ram truck crashed into a guardrail, just as Caltrans engineers planned. At a cost of a $250,000, the crash at this West Sacramento test track would be an expensive ride. But it’s a necessary one for safety.

2013/05/22

A Caltrans technician tests some of the defective Bay Bridge bolts.

Caltrans Testing Defective Bay Bridge Bolts

The investigation into busted steel rods on the new Bay Bridge moved to Sacramento Thursday as Caltrans technicians put some of the bolts to the test.

2013/05/09

Not Taking a Toll: Government Agencies Avoid Paying

Everybody pays whether coming or going from or to the bay area, four to six bucks for the average car, up to 35 for the biggest truck.

CBS13/CW31–2013/05/06

Caltrans: Honor System Led To $1.9 Million Swindle

Investigators say a local man was taking exotic trips, and even bought a home, with ripped-off taxpayer money. “How do we know they are not ripping off taxpayers? That’s a great question, said Caltrans spokesman […]

2013/04/25

Rock Slides To Blame For Death Of Calif. Workers

Officials say rock slides are to blame for the deaths of two California Department of Transportation workers who were removing loose rocks above a highway in far Northern California.

2013/04/25

Malcolm Dougherty won approval from the state senate lead the California Department of Transportation (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Senate Approves Caltrans Chief Despite Concerns

SACRAMENTO (AP) — The state Senate has approved Gov. Jerry Brown’s choice to lead the California Department of Transportation, despite concerns over frequent problems at the agency. Even supporters of Director Malcolm Dougherty say he […]

2013/04/22

Demolition Of Old Bay Bridge To Take Years

While the new eastern span of the Bay Bridge will open to traffic in September, the work needed to take down the old roadway is expected to take years.

2013/03/13

Highway 50 Traffic Backed Up For Miles After SUV Hits 2 Other Vehicles

Eastbound Highway 50 near Watt Avenue is now clear after a pickup truck collided with a Caltrans vehicle and overturned Monday afternoon, officials say.

2013/03/11

A crash on the Yolo Causeway created a traffic nightmare Tuesday morning. (credit: CBS)

Caltrans Warns Commuters Of Westbound Highway 50 Delays

Caltrans is warning Friday commuters to plan accordingly as a detour could affect their drive due to some scheduled maintenance.

2013/03/07

The scene of a crane collapse under the Bay Bridge on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013. (credit: CBS)

Crane Collapses On New Bay Bridge Construction Site

The California Highway Patrol says a crane fell during work on the new Bay Bridge project, but there were no immediate reports of injuries.

2013/02/21

Big Rig Crashes Near Marysville On Highway 70; All Lanes Back Open

Motorists driving through the Marysville area on Highway 70 should expect delays Friday afternoon after a big rig crashed and overturned there in the early morning hours.

2013/02/15