Caltrans updates council on Highway 49 sidewalks, drainage and signal work

Jul 8, 2026

Caltrans staff told the City Council the Highway 49 project (about two miles through Angels Camp) is under way, highlighting drainage work, new sidewalks and lighting and utility conflicts that delayed excavation. The contractor will use rapid-set concrete, two shifts and other tactics to limit business disruptions.

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Caltrans project manager Tofail Anwar presented a Highway 49 complete-streets update, saying the work runs approximately from post mile 7.4 to 9.5 and was awarded to George Reed for $7,000,000. "This project is located at Route 49... So about 2 mile construction," Anwar said, summarizing the scope: sidewalks, curb ramps, upgraded crosswalks, bike lanes, street lighting, planting and irrigation, and a two‑year planting establishment period.

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