Placer County Kicks Off First Phase of Long-Awaited Placer Parkway Project
Placer County has begun the first phase of the Placer Parkway, a 14.3-mile transportation project aimed at connecting Highway 65 and Highway 99. This project has been in planning for nearly 28 years.
Sacramento Stockton Modesto, CA, August 2, 2026 —
Placer County has officially commenced the initial phase of the Placer Parkway, a significant 14.3-mile transportation initiative designed to establish a vital connection between Highway 65 and Highway 99.
This undertaking represents a culmination of nearly 28 years of planning and development, marking a milestone for regional transportation infrastructure.
The Placer Parkway project aims to improve traffic flow and provide an alternative route for commuters and freight, ultimately enhancing connectivity within the county and surrounding areas.
Details regarding the specific scope of work for this first phase, including its start and end points, projected timeline, and associated costs, were not immediately available. The contractor’s name for this initial construction phase was also not provided.
The project’s long gestation period highlights the complexities involved in large-scale infrastructure development, including environmental reviews, land acquisition, and securing necessary funding and permits.
Further phases of the Placer Parkway will be implemented in subsequent stages, with the full completion expected to significantly alter the transportation landscape of Placer County.
The county has not yet released a detailed schedule for the subsequent phases of the project, nor has it provided information on potential future impacts or benefits beyond improved connectivity.
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