Repairing Roads, Bridges & Highways
In California, a staggering 1,536 bridges and over 14,220 miles of highway are in poor condition. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) presents monumental opportunities to revitalize the roads, bridges, and highways of the San Joaquin Valley and beyond. Since President Biden enacted this historic law, Costa has tirelessly championed efforts to secure federal funds for our Valley, ensuring we can rebuild and strengthen our infrastructure for the future.
Safer Streets and Roads
The Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. We have successfully obtained funding for counties and cities throughout the San Joaquin Valley, including:
$113,600 for the City of Sanger – Safety Action Plan
$120,000 for the City of Fowler - Safety Action Plan
$120,000 for the City of Parlier - Safety Action Plan
$344,000 for the City of Dinuba - Vision Zero Action Plan
$344,000 for the City of Fresno - Safety Action Plan
$400,000 for the City of Fresno - Vision Zero Action Plan
$302,720 for the County of Fresno - Vision Zero Action Plan
$720,000 for the Tulare County Resource Management Agency
This federal funding is helping create safer communities by reducing traffic congestion, repairing roads, and improving road safety for residents. Learn more about the Safer Streets and Roads for All program and how to apply for grants HERE.
Repairing our Highways
California’s highways, particularly in the San Joaquin Valley, face significant challenges, notably on highways 99 and 41. Congestion and safety issues plague these vital routes, making daily commutes frustrating for residents and impacting local economies. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is funding expansion, safety upgrades, and maintenance while aiming to enhance our transportation network in the region.
The National Highway Performance Program (NHPP) has deployed major funding to enhance safety and address congestion in our highway systems. Costa has secured funding for the following:
$18,819,600 to repair the overcrossing south of Ashlan Ave and Shaw Ave in Fresno.
$14,439,600 to repair overcrossing on South of Manning Ave in Fresno.
$14,385,800 to improve Highway 99, from South of Church Ave to North of Tuolumne St.
$9,930,700 to improve overcrossing along Dodge Ave to North Mendocino Ave in Tulare County.
The National Highway Safety Improvement Program (NHSIP) aims to reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries by funding projects that enhance road safety across the nation. This program has provided funding for the following projects:
$4,843,000 to install Concrete Median Barrier and Guardrail near Fresno from Clovis Ave to Temperance Ave in Fresno.
$2,523,500 to improve Route 33/5 Separation to Church Avenue in Fresno.
$2,014,500 to widen Fresno Street and Thomas Avenue Intersections in Fresno.
$1,461,100 toinstall centerline rumble strips and road improvements near Kingsburg from East of Madsen Ave to Road 56.
$1,325,070 for safety improvements in Dinuba.
Combined these investments are enhancing safety and improve the overall driving experience in the region. See a full list of all projects HERE.
Investing in our Communities
Surface Transportation Block Grants (STBG) are making a significant impact in communities across the San Joaquin Valley by funding vital infrastructure improvements. These grants support projects that enhance road safety, reduce congestion, and promote efficient public transit options such as:
$10,020,900 for the County of Tulare to preserve pavement from South of Caldwell Avenue to West Junction Route 198.
$3,439,370 for the City of Fresno to improve the road from Fig Ave to Fruit Ave.
$3,086,000 for the City of Visalia to repair and upgrade miscellaneous concrete structures.
$1,718,800 for the City of Fresno to improve Jensen Avenue from SR41 to Martin Luther King Drive.
$1,556,000 for the City of Fresno to enhance Eastbound McKinley from Millbrook Avenue to Clovis Avenue along the North Bank of the Mill Ditch Canal.
$1,543,987 for the County of Fresno to implement shoulder improvements on Jensen Avenue from Dickersen to Madera Avenues.
$699,804 for the City of Kingsburg to improve Madsen Avenue.
Learn more about projects that received funding by clicking HERE.