Stockton is constantly working to improve the road ways and make the traffic flow smooth and safe.  Below is the project that is funded through Measure K-the voter-approved, half-cent transportation sales tax, state and federal sources, and development impact fees from the City of Stockton.

Construction on the entire project is expected to take approximately two years.

Primary improvements:

• Widen Route 99 to six through lanes (three in each direction) from the Ort J. Lofthus/Crosstown Freeway (Route 4) to Hammer Lane
• Make moderate improvements to the interchanges at Fremont Street (Route 26), Waterloo Road (Route 88), and Cherokee Road
• Reconstruct the Hammer Lane interchange

Other project features include the following:

• Sound walls at select locations
• Landscaping and public art
• Improved lighting, plus signalized ramp intersections at all interchanges
• Traffic operations systems, including changeable message signs, video cameras, and weather stations
• Permanent median safety barrier

Long Term Delays/Projects:

• El Dorado Street Widening
• Pershing Avenue Widening Project - est. completion: December 2008
• State Route 99/Hammer Lane Interchange Reconstruction State Route 99 Widening Project - est. completion: late 2007
• Thornton Road Widening Project - Construction in 2008
  

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  Pershing Avenue Widening Project Estimated Completion: December 2008 The Project The area on Pershing Avenue being studied extends from Meadow Avenue to Thornton Road. San Joaquin County Department of Public Works is the lead agency with the participation of the City of Stockton and the San Joaquin Council of Governments. The Alternatives Analysis has included the following tasks: Analyze traffic operations in the corridor Consideration of the City of Stockton adopted Stockton Streets Improvements Project Specific Plan that identified improvements for the Pershing Avenue corridor as well as the Hammer Lane intersection Identify roadway improvements needed to enhance safety and improve operations, such as pedestrian access and entering/exiting private driveways Identify potential drainage improvements Determine right-of-way needs, if any Perform an environmental constraints analysis Solicit and listen to public input The estimated completion of the construction project is December 2008. Measure K (the voter-approved, half-cent sales tax) will fund the project). the Mother and Daughter Realty Team @ Evolve Realty Group 866-750-8282