Caltrans (California Department of Transportation)

Caltrans, or the California Department of Transportation, is the state agency responsible for planning, designing, building, maintaining, and operating California’s highway system, including roads, bridges, and tunnels. Its goal is to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation across the state. Caltrans works on projects ranging from repairing potholes to constructing new highways, and also manages traffic safety and climate resilience initiatives. It collaborates with local agencies, federal partners, and the public to improve mobility and support California’s economy while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.