CA NP MOJA 11(2) 10(2) Kelso-Cima and Kelbaker Roads

The Federal Highway Administration is proposing improvements to approximately 56.5 miles of roads within Mojave National Preserve in San Bernardino County, CA. The project includes resurfacing, restoration, and rehabilitation of roads, with a focus on improving safety and visitor access. The work will involve full depth reclamation of the existing pavement, placement of new asphalt pavement, and reinforcing low water crossings. The project is expected to commence in early/mid 2026 and will last for 24 to 30 months. • The project includes improvements to Kelso-Cima Road, South Kelbaker Road, and Morningstar Mine Road. • The work will involve full depth reclamation of the existing pavement and placement of new asphalt pavement. • The project includes reinforcing 48 low water crossings and improving safety with longitudinal and transverse mumble strips, signing, pavement markings, and paved pullouts. • The estimated cost for the work is between $80,000,000 and $120,000,000. • Prior experience on projects of similar magnitude is required.