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News online for Encinitas, Calif.

North Coast Current

News online for Encinitas, Calif.

North Coast Current

A trail bridge at San Elijo Lagoon in Encinitas is shown in 2021, not long after its completion. A lagoon restoration project is entering its final phase in spring 2022. (Photo by Marcel Fuentes, iStock Getty Images)

San Elijo Lagoon thrives as restoration project enters final phase

Samantha Cox April 2, 2022
The San Elijo Lagoon Restoration Project is set to complete its final phase, which involves removal of accumulated sand from the lagoon channel under the new Interstate 5 bridge.
Construction and repair. (Photo by Rudy Skitterians, Pixabay)

Caltrans approves use of low-carbon cement to help combat climate change

News Release March 2, 2022
Caltrans announced in late January that it is approving the use of low-carbon cement to help reduce the carbon footprint of California’s transportation system.
Construction and repair. (Photo by Rudy Skitterians, Pixabay)

Caltrans approves use of low-carbon cement to help combat climate change

OsideNews March 2, 2022

San Diego County CA— Caltrans announced in late January that it is approving the use of low-carbon cement to help reduce the carbon footprint of California’s transportation system. By advancing the...

SANDAG and Caltrans Crews Begin Phase 2 of San Dieguito Lagoon Wetland Restoration in North County

SANDAG and Caltrans Crews Begin Phase 2 of San Dieguito Lagoon Wetland Restoration in North County

OsideNews January 6, 2022

San Diego CA— This week, SANDAG and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), in partnership with the San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority (JPA), began work on Phase II of the...

Speed has been reduced to 55 mph along Interstate 5 from Encinitas to Carlsbad during freeway construction. (Photo by Micah Bowerbank, iStock Getty Images)

Southbound I-5 to be closed through Encinitas early Jan. 5

North Coast Current December 30, 2021
Southbound Interstate 5 through Encinitas will be fully closed midnight to 4 a.m. Jan. 5. Cardiff and Solana Beach residents are advised of lagoon construction traffic Jan. 3-7.
Mosaics are pictured at the Santa Fe Drive undercossing at Interstate 5 in Encinitas in late August 2020, installed as part of improved pedestrian and cyclist access with the Build NCC freeway project. (Photo by Jim Gilliam, courtesy of the city of Encinitas)

Caltrans launches Complete Street project policy

North Coast Current December 20, 2021
Caltrans is broadening its approach to transportation projects with a new policy announced Dec. 20.
San Diego Region Set to Receive Largest Investment Statewide for Broadband Infrastructure Improvements

San Diego Region Set to Receive Largest Investment Statewide for Broadband Infrastructure Improvements

OsideNews November 22, 2021

San Diego CA— Last week, the California Department of Technology announced a significant investment in broadband infrastructure improvements, identifying 18 initial broadband projects statewide and four...

SANDAG, CalTrans Host Virtual Open House for I-5 Carlsbad to Oceanside Carpool/HOV Lane Extension-September 22

SANDAG, CalTrans Host Virtual Open House for I-5 Carlsbad to Oceanside Carpool/HOV Lane Extension-September 22

OsideNews September 22, 2021

San Diego CA— SANDAG and Caltrans invite the public to attend a virtual open house to learn about construction plans for the last segment of the Build NCC project along I-5, which will add one Carpool/High...

SANDAG and Caltrans to Seek Public Input on Central Mobility Hub Transportation Solutions

SANDAG and Caltrans to Seek Public Input on Central Mobility Hub Transportation Solutions

OsideNews June 7, 2021

Virtual Meeting Will Present Proposed Transportation Improvements Near Airport San Diego CA— SANDAG and Caltrans invite members of the public, local businesses, and community-based organizations to discuss...

Construction and repair. (Photo by Rudy Skitterians, Pixabay)

Leucadia onramp to Interstate 5 will be closed for weekend

North Coast Current June 2, 2021
The southbound onramp to Interstate 5 at Leucadia Boulevard in Encinitas will be closed June 4-7 as work continues on freeway upgrades, the project’s partners announced this week.
SANDAG and CALTRANS Seek Input on Plans for Central Mobility Hub and Transportation Connections to Airport

SANDAG and CALTRANS Seek Input on Plans for Central Mobility Hub and Transportation Connections to Airport

OsideNews April 23, 2021

Public Encouraged to Complete Survey by May 14 San Diego CA— SANDAG and Caltrans have launched a public survey to assist in the development of the Central Mobility Hub and Connections Comprehensive...

SANDAG and CalTrans to Seek Public Input on Transportation Needs Along I-5 and I-805

SANDAG and CalTrans to Seek Public Input on Transportation Needs Along I-5 and I-805

OsideNews January 27, 2021

The South Bay to Sorrento Project Study to be Discussed First in a Series of Virtual Meetings San Diego CA—SANDAG and Caltrans will host a series of virtual public meetings over the next few months to...

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