DOT Awards $2 Million to Assist California Repair of Flood-Damaged Roads
The federal Department of Transportation is sending California $2 million to assist communities in repairing roads damaged by recent floods.
The Golden State is receiving the aid after state officials estimated repair costs could exceed $24 million.
Heavy rainfalls led to flash floods this month in northern and southern parts of the state, resulting in erosion, mudslides and accumulated roadway debris.
"We are working closely with Caltrans and will do everything we can to help them restore full access to the many roads affected,” acting Federal Highway Administrator Gregory Nadeau said Dec. 17. "Though additional payments may be made in the weeks and months ahead, all of us at FHWA consider this a down payment on the work needed now and in the weeks ahead.”
The agency said it will provide more funds as permanent repairs are identified, and estimates are completed.
