Humboldt County Public Works - Roads

10/22/2026

📰 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT PRESS RELEASE:

With more rain in the forecast, the Humboldt County Department of Public Works encourages the community to take steps to stay safe on the road while experiencing wet weather.

It is no secret that severe weather can happen anytime in Humboldt. This can result in hazardous road conditions produced by storms, including damaging rain and winds, large hail, flooding and flash flooding, and winter storms associated with freezing rain, black ice, sleet, snow and strong winds.

Preparing the county road system for the rainy and winter weather season requires an organized approach to ensure public safety. To prepare for severe weather, Public Work’s roads crews will:

• Conduct regular equipment maintenance inspections.
• Prioritize and make necessary repairs to maintain essential connectivity and infrastructure during wet weather.
• Ensure drains and ditches are cleared to prevent flooding.
• Continue to check for landslide and flood risks on county roadways.
• Collect and conduct inventory inspections on key materials.
• Prepare to issue snow chain advisories and requirements.
• Prepare and practice responding to emergency road conditions calls, including landslides, flooding, downed trees and power lines.

𝗕𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to be prepared for more winter weather ahead. Before the next storm, be sure to check your vehicle’s tires, radiator fluid levels, windshield wipers, lights, defroster and heater to ensure they are in good condition before heading out on the road.

Community members are encouraged to avoid driving in severe weather conditions. If you must drive, please be sure to:

• Monitor local National Weather Service weather conditions at Weather.gov/eka
• Stay informed on Humboldt County road conditions at Humboldtgov.org/Roads
Check for Caltrans roads updates at Quickmap.dot.ca.gov
• Keep your gas tank full.
• Always wear a seat belt.
• Drive slowly and expect delays. Get an early start and allow plenty of time to reach your destination.
• Keep your windshield clear. Turn on headlights to improve visibility.
• Slow for the cone zone. Keep the county’s road crews safe by always keeping alert.
• Follow all speed limit, road closure and detour signs.
• Always carry chains. Make sure they are the proper size for your tires and are in working order. Carry a flashlight with extra batteries and chain repair links. Chains must be installed on the drive wheels. Make sure you know if your vehicle is front or rear wheel drive.
• Keep emergency supplies in your vehicle, including warm blankets, gloves, an ice scraper, shovel, a small broom and extra food and water.
• Never drive through flood water.
• Report downed power lines by calling 9-1-1.

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗨𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁
Humboldt Alert is the county’s emergency notification system. Residents are encouraged to sign up for alerts at Humboldtgov.org/Alerts. For more preparedness tips and resources, please visit Humboldtgov.org/Prepare or Ready.gov/Severe-Weather

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, flooded roads, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at HumboldtGov.org/RoadsUpdates

To place a non-emergency request for service on a county-maintained road, please visit HumboldtGov.org/Roads

For more information and updates on Humboldt County road conditions and projects, visit HumboldtGov.org/Roads

📸 Pictured: Waddington Road flooded from Dec. 2025 storms.

10/12/2026

🚧 Maintenance Notice

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be conducting a culvert replacement with a temporary road closure on Stover Road in the Redwood Valley, Hoopa area.

Work will take place at mile marker 1.20, near the intersection of Bair Road. The project and road closure will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Crews anticipate opening the road around noon to allow traffic through, provided work progresses as planned. Stover Road will close again around 12:30 p.m. to allow crews to complete the remaining work and the road will reopen at 5:00 p.m.

Thank you for your patience while repair work is in progress. Please follow all traffic control signs and drive with caution near the project site.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7421

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at humboldtgov.org/roadsupdates. By planning ahead and staying informed, you can minimize stress and make your travel experience on county roads more enjoyable.

10/05/2026

Several locations along Elk River Road received surface removal and fresh paving by Kernen Construction. This project also included paving over areas where the Freshwater road crew recently completed culvert replacements. Both the culvert repairs and surface removal projects were funded by Measure O and served as a preparation for a larger improvement project.

09/30/2026

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be conducting a paving project on Alderpoint Road, from mile marker 26-27, in Blocksburg.

Work will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 6 through Thursday, Oct. 22 between the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Travelers are to expect 15-minute delays and are asked to drive slowly, follow all traffic control devices and road signs in the project area. Thank you for your patience while repair work is in progress.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7421

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at humboldtgov.org/roadsupdates By planning ahead and staying informed, you can minimize stress and make your travel experience on county roads more enjoyable.

09/25/2026

🚧 Construction Notice: Crosswalk Enhancements in Redway and McKinleyville

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be conducting work at the following intersections:

Redwood Drive at Rusk Lane in Redway
Redwood Drive at Murrish Road in Redway
Washington Avenue at Oakdale Drive in McKinleyville
Hiller Road at Hiller Park in McKinleyville

Work will consist of the construction of new accessible curb ramps and the installation of push button-activated flashing beacons to improve pedestrian safety.

Construction will begin in Redway, Monday, Sept. 28, and will continue at the remaining locations as work progresses. Work will take place between the hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Traffic control will be in place, and only minimal delays are expected. Commuters and pedestrians are encouraged to use caution when traveling through the project sites.

Thank you for your patience will we work to make improvements.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7448.

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at humboldtgov.org/roadsupdates By planning ahead and staying informed, you can minimize stress and make your travel experience on county roads more enjoyable.

09/24/2026

🚧 Maintenance Notice

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be conducting a lane change on the intersection of Central Avenue and Railroad Drive in McKinleyville beginning Monday, Oct 5 through Thursday, Oct. 8.

Road work will consist of removing existing striping and adding a dedicated right-turn lane on Central Avenue for traffic turning onto Railroad Drive. This project is intended to provide safety improvements for the McKinleyville Middle School.

On Monday, Oct. 8 work will take place between the hours of 8:30 a.m. through noon and will resume again from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. On Tuesday, Oct. 6 through Thursday, Oct. 8, work will take place from 8:30 a.m. through 2:30 p.m. though occasional work outside these hours maybe necessary.

Travels are encouraged to plan ahead and drive slowly near the project site. Please follow all traffic control signs and devices.

Thank you for your patience while work is in progress.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7421

For Humboldt County Public Works road updates, visit humboldtgov.org/roads

09/17/2026

Humboldt! Public Works has a variety of heavy equipment for auction, including backhoes, sweepers, rollers and trucks.

Visit GovDeals.com and register to bid. More information in the caption below!

Hey Humboldt! Your next truck or piece of heavy equipment could be just one click away. The Department of Public Works is conducting an online auction of surplus property items ending on or after 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26

You now have the opportunity to bid on surplus county property, including miscellaneous vehicles such as Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks, heavy machinery equipment such as front-end loaders, drum rollers and sweeping units, and tires.

The auction is taking place online at GovDeals.com, and items up for bid can be found at GovDeals.com/HumboldtCounty. To register to bid on items in this auction, please visit GovDeals.com and click on "register" in the upper right corner of the web page. Bidder registration is free and open to the public.

All items will be sold as-is, where-is, and the county may reject any and all bids. Winning bidders will be required to submit online payment for items within five days after winning the item and to collect their items within 10 days.

For more information and to view items up for surplus auction, please visit GovDeals.com/HumboldtCounty.

📷 Pictured: A 2008 Kenworth T800B truck that is currently up for bid at GovDeals.com/HumboldtCounty. Image courtesy of Humboldt County Public Works - Roads.

09/17/2026

🚧Maintenance Notice

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be closing Meridian Road in Ferndale beginning Monday, Sept. 28 through Thursday, Oct. 1.

Work will consist of bridge and drainage maintenance requiring a full closure of Meridian Road at mile marker 0.5, near the intersection of Port Kenyon Road. Travelers will be able to access properties on either side or Port Kenyon Road and Centerville Road.

Travelers are asked to drive slowly, follow all traffic control devices and road signs near the project area.

Thank you for your patience while repair work is in progress.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7421

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at humboldtgov.org/roadsupdates. By planning ahead and staying informed, you can minimize stress and make your travel experience on county roads more enjoyable.

09/17/2026

🚧Maintenance Notice

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be conducting a chip and fog seal on Sprowel Creek Road in Garberville beginning on Monday, Sept. 28 through Thursday, Oct. 1.

The first three days of the project will consist of chip sealing, followed by fog sealing for the remainder of the work. The chip seal will begin near the intersection of Old Briceland Road.

Work will take place between the hours of 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. though occasional work outside these hours maybe be necessary. The community should expect delays of up to one hour and are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

Thank you for your patience while repair work is in progress.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7421

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at humboldtgov.org/roadsupdates. By planning ahead and staying informed, you can minimize stress and make your travel experience on county roads more enjoyable.

09/14/2026

🚧Maintenance Notice

The Humboldt County Department of Public Works will be conducting a culvert replacement with a temporary road closure on Kneeland Road on Tuesday, Sept. 22.

Work will take place at mile marker 34.25, approximately 8 miles from the intersection of Myrtle Avenue and Freshwater Road. Traffic will be detoured through Greenwood Heights Drive.

The project and road closure will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Travelers are asked to drive slowly, follow all traffic control devices and road signs near the project area.

Thank you for your patience while repair work is in progress.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this project, please call 707-445-7421

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱
Humboldt County residents are encouraged to sign up to receive text and email alerts regarding county road conditions, including upcoming projects, road closures and chain requirements. Residents can sign up at humboldtgov.org/roadsupdates By planning ahead and staying informed, you can minimize stress and make your travel experience on county roads more enjoyable.