ConDig (29-Aug-24)  Civil contractor and construction materials producer Granite Construction  drove off with a $45 million contract to revamp the John Wilkie Safety Roadside Rest Area along the Interstate 40 (I-40) corridor in California.

Under a deal with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the Watsonville, California-based contractor said the project would upgrade the rest area to provide a safe place for travelers to rest and recover, enhancing safety along this stretch of the interstate. 

Granite will also provide materials from Desert Cities Asphalt, including 12,200 tons of asphalt for parking lots and ramps, ensuring the highest quality and durability for the new rest area.

The project is expected to kick off next month and slated for completion in January 2026.

It marks the fifth in a series of initiatives to improve safety and infrastructure along I-40. 

“We are committed to making I-40 safer for all who travel through this area,” said Bill Moore, Granite vice president of regional operations. 

“Our relationship with Caltrans has been fostered and strengthened through our continued work along the I-40 corridor, and we are excited to contribute further to this vital infrastructure.”