What is the El Portal Road Reconstruction Project?
A flood in January 1997 caused extensive damage to human-made structures in the Merced River’s floodplain in Yosemite Valley. The force of floodwaters intensified as the river flowed downhill from Yosemite Valley to El Portal, severely eroding sections of the El Portal Road. After the flood, temporary repairs were made to the road, but more extensive repairs were needed. Reconstruction is currently underway from the park’s western boundary in El Portal to the intersection of the El Portal and Big Oak Flat Roads.
Related Questions
- When will South Oxford be closed during the road project? Will pedestrian access from North Decatur and Clifton roads to South Oxford be available during this period?
- How will construction of this project affect local road conditions, including road closures and detours? How will traffic be impacted on the PA Turnpike and I-95?
- Is an Increase in the Gas Tax the Answer to Road Project Funding Woes?
