Caltrans is reminding motorists that historic Fernbridge will be closed for 55 hours this weekend, including to emergency vehicles, after which it is expected to reopen fully to two-way traffic. Relegated to one-way, controlled traffic since being jolted by the Dec. 20 earthquake, Fernbridge will close entirely beginning at 10 p.m. on March 17, reopening […]
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PG&E: Repairs Set to Begin on Earthquake-Damaged Gas Line in Loleta
Repair work on an underground gas line in Loleta, damaged during the magnitude 6.4 earthquake that shook the region Dec. 20, is expected to begin in mid-February, according to PG&E. Areas in the Eel River Valley — especially Rio Dell — bore the brunt of the powerful temblor. According to the utility’s spokesperson, PG&E has […]
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Lane Closure at Slough Bridge on Highway 101
The city of Eureka Public Works is reporting that the number two northbound lane of U.S. Highway 101 at the Slough Bridge will be closed until mid-afternoon as crews are working to repair a water main break. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to take alternate routes if possible. “The patience and cooperation of […]
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Briceland Road to Close Saturday for Repair Prep
Briceland Road will close Saturday beginning at 8 a.m. for the installation of a detour road that will allow traffic to continue to flow on one of the county’s busiest rural roads as crews work on a culvert repair. The closure at mile marker 11.20 is expected to last until 7 p.m. During that time, […]
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Rough Road Ahead
After workers discovered a failing culvert on Briceland Thorn Road just west of Redway, State Parks and Humboldt County Public Works decided to upgrade the only detour: Old Briceland Road. When those improvements — currently underway — are completed later this month, Briceland Thorn Road — one of the most traveled rural roads in Humboldt […]