A new traffic signal was set to be turned on Nov. 21, after press time, in Wheatland. Photo courtesy of Caltrans

WHEATLAND, CA (MPG) - Caltrans is notifying motorists of the activation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of State Route 65 (SR-65) and McDevitt Road in Wheatland.

The signal was planned to be turned on Nov. 21, after press time,  as part of a $10.3-million rehabilitation project to improve safety and traffic flow in the area.

This project will enhance safety and connectivity in Wheatland. Key improvements include pavement rehabilitation, the addition of bike lanes and a Class I multi-use path for enhanced bicycle and pedestrian mobility, rehabilitation of drainage systems, and upgraded facilities to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. It also includes modifications to driveways and enhanced crosswalk visibility as part of complete streets elements.

The new traffic signal is part of a $10.3-million project to improve safety and traffic flow in the Wheatland area. Photo courtesy of Caltrans

Construction began June 2024 and expected completion is by late summer 2025.

Caltrans District 3 is responsible for maintaining and operating 4,385 lane miles in 11 Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra counties. Caltrans reminds motorists to “Be Work Zone Alert” and slow in construction zones for the safety of travelers and crews performing these improvements.

The department will issue updates on X @CaltransDist3 and on Facebook at CaltransDistrict3. For real-time traffic information, download the QuickMap app from the App Store or Google Play.