NIGHT CLOSURE OF US HIGHWAY 101

AT KLAMATH RIVER BRIDGE

Caltrans has announced there will be a full overnight closure of

US Highway 101 at the Klamath River Bridge, also known as the G. H.

Douglas Memorial Bridge, near Klamath in order to allow for the

removal of equipment from beneath the bridge.

When: 10PM, Sunday, October 13, through 4AM, Monday,

October 14, 2013

A second full nighttime closure may be necessary from 10PM,

Monday, October 14, through 4AM, Tuesday, October 15. If

this second closure becomes in effect, it will be announced,

and electronic signs will be used to alert motorists beginning

the morning of Monday, October 14.

Why: The Klamath River Hinge Project is replacing three hinges on

the bridge in order to extend the service life of the structure. A

hinge is a vital part of a bridge that allows it to expand and

contract with changes in temperature.

Questions: Resident Engineer Karen Sanders, 707-498-4009

For the most current road information on all State highways, please call 1-800-427-

7623 (1-800-GAS-ROAD) or visit www.dot.ca.gov.