In the coming weeks, the City of Hollister will begin construction on new road projects that are part of its “large-scale roadway improvement program,” city officials said.
While the two projects—the west gateway roundabout and the “section 1 grind and overlay”—will improve traffic safety and circulation flow, their construction will result in some delays and disruption to motorists before they are completed, according to city staff.
“We truly appreciate the patience of our residents as we complete many projects throughout Hollister,” the city said in an April 10 social media post.
Funding for the projects comes from the voter-approved Measure G and more than $3.4 million in competitive grant funding, the city said.
The west gateway roundabout will be finished in three stages at the intersection of Highway 156B and Graf Road, with Graniterock as the lead contractor, the city said. During stage 1, Graf Road at 156B will be closed to motor traffic.
During stage 2, Graf Road at 156B will remain closed and Bridge Road will still be open; and during stage 3, Bridge Road at 156B will be closed.
Throughout all three stages, two-way traffic will be maintained on 156B, the city said. Detour routes and signs will be in place directing motorists.
“During these operations, please anticipate traffic at the intersection of 156B and Graf Road,” says the City of Hollister’s notice. “Traffic will be managed using construction signs and traffic control devices. Signs and barricades will be posted at construction limits to direct traffic. Delays are to be expected and the project is slated to be completed by the end of 2025.”
Grind and overlay
City crews and contractors will also begin construction soon on the Section 1 Grind and Overlay project at a number of locations on Hollister’s roadway network.
The affected segments are Verde Circle and Ortiz Circle; Ranchito Court (Central Avenue to end of Ranchito Court); and Gonzalez Drive (Central Avenue to Buena Vista Road), according to the city.
JV Lucas Paving will repair the segments through cold planning and a hot mix asphalt overlay, along with isolated areas of base failure repair, city staff said. Furthermore, the project includes new curb ramps to meet Americans with Disability Act standards.
The grind and overlay project is expected to be completed in about four weeks, city officials said.
Interchange delay
Construction on the Highway 101/State Route 25 interchange has been delayed, according to the San Benito Council of Governments.
Previously expected to start April 16, the project has been delayed until VTA and other parties obtain the required permits, COG said in an announcement.
“This also means that the planned closure of access to US 101 at Castro Valley Road and Mesa Road, which was scheduled to begin April 16, will be postponed. We currently don’t have a new start date, but we will update you once we have more information,” COG posted on Facebook earlier this week.
