Clayton, CA – The Contra Costa County Public Works Department will perform paving work on Morgan Territory Road, between the Morgan Territory Regional Preserve (9401 Morgan Territory Road) and Marsh Creek Road, beginning on Monday, June 12, 2023, through Thursday, June 29, 2023, barring unforeseen circumstances.
The work will take place from 8:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday (excluding holidays), weather permitting.
Traffic control will be used throughout the work area. Drivers should expect long delays and are encouraged to use alternative routes to avoid this area.
Contra Costa County Public Works Road Closure Information
(Updated) June 8, 2023, 8:30 a.m., Unincorporated Contra Costa County, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works continues to respond to damages to the roads and other issues related to the recent storms. Below is the current status of the county-maintained roads in unincorporated Contra Costa County:
- (Updated 6/8) Wildcat Canyon Road is currently closed to all traffic between San Pablo Dam Road and Inspiration Point due to storm related issues (erosion/slides) and for the public’s safety. The Public Works Department is completing its assessment of the damage to Wildcat Canyon Road. We are beginning the design of the new retaining wall and are working to complete the required environmental clearances for construction. We had anticipated a Summer 2025 construction date, but are making every effort to advance the schedule to 2024. For more information visit the project webpage at: www.contracosta.ca.gov/wildcatcanyonroadrepair We will provide updates as they become available.
- Norris Canyon Rd has closed one lane of traffic between Asbourne Drive and the County line until further notice due to road embankment failure. K-rails and stop-controls are currently being used to guide traffic through this section of the road. Drivers are urged to use caution when travelling through this area.
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Please avoid these areas and limit traveling during stormy weather, unless necessary, due to localized flooding, downed trees, and hazardous situations. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads – driving, riding or walking. We also advise residents to stay out of the creeks and flood control channels.
- For information regarding collection and reporting of rain and stream gauge data from District gauges, we recommend the following sites:
- See our Rain Map
- See our Rain Gauges Page
For winter storm preparedness tips & resources-including flood forecasting tools: www.contracosta.ca.gov/5906/Winter-Storm-Preparedness
County Public Works Maintenance maintain sandbag stations and continue to replenish sand and sandbags in anticipation of future storm events. Sand & sandbags are free, please bring a shovel. To find your nearest sandbag station visit: www.contracosta.ca.gov/sandbags
About Contra Costa County Public Works Department:
Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) maintains over 660 miles of roads, 150 miles of streams, channels, and other drainage and over 150 County buildings throughout Contra Costa County. CCCPWD provides services such as Parks and Recreation, Sandbag Distribution and Flood Control throughout the unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. For more information about CCCPWD, please visit us at: www.cccpublicworks.org
