California Department of Transportation
10/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/13/2026 17:00
State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass Traffic Advisory
State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass Traffic Advisory
Published: Oct 13, 2026
Ebbetts Pass Re-Open to Traffic
Alpine County - The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has re-opened State Route 4 (Ebbetts Pass) from Lake Alpine to Raymond Meadows as of Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Caltrans maintenance crews have determined the road conditions are safe for the traveling public and reopened the highway for motorists.
For the latest road condition information, tune your radio to the Caltrans Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) at 530 AM, 1610 AM or 1670 AM, or call the Caltrans Road Condition Hotline at 1-800-427-ROAD (7623). Changeable Message Signs (CMS) will display information regarding the pass closures for motorists.
Caltrans urges motorists to use caution and watch for icy road surfaces in the overnight and early morning hours. For helpful information on winter driving conditions visit dot.ca.gov/travel/winter-driving-tips.
Motorists should expect 5-to-10-minute delays and use alternate routes whenever possible. All work is scheduled to occur as listed but is subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment/materials, and construction-related issues.
For the safety of workers and other motorists, please Be Work Zone Alert. Caltrans also reminds motorists to #KnowBeforeYouGo by checking QuickMaps on your mobile device or visit quickmap.dot.ca.gov for real-time highway conditions.
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