One step at a time, the project to protect Hwy 37 from sea level rise is moving forward. The California Transportation Commission approved a $50 million grant to replace and lengthen Tolay Creek Bridge near Sonoma Raceway that will also promote restoration of the San Pablo Baylands. It is the first phase of the $430 million dollar project to protect the roadway between Sonoma Raceway and Mare Island.
Hwy 37 Funding
A vehicle remains stranded in the floodwater on Highway 37 on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in Novato, Calif. The Highway is closed in both direction as CalTrans is trying to pump out the water. (Robert Tong/Marin Independent Journal)