Alpine County, CA…The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close State Route 4 from Lake Alpine to the Route 89 junction (Ebbetts Pass) due to snowy conditions, beginning at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. There is currently no estimated time of opening for this stretch of State Route 4.

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). Real-time conditions are also available online and for mobile devices at quickmap.dot.ca.gov. Changeable Message Signs with flashing beacons will have information regarding the pass closures.

This is a good time to remember these tips:

• Slow down on rain or snow slick roads to prevent spin outs.

• Allow for extra travel time.

• Carry chains at all times.

• Visibility decreases during snow fall.

• Carry an emergency kit with extra food, water, and clothing.

For the safety of workers and other motorists, please ALWAYS Be Work Zone Alert.