Upcoming Construction Projects in the PassArea
We are pleased to unveil a series of upcoming construction projects poised to shape the landscape of multiple cities in our surrounding region. These projects represent a significant investment in infrastructure and urban development, aimed at fostering growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents and businesses alike. From critical infrastructure upgrades to strategic urban revitalization efforts, these initiatives will bring about positive changes and new opportunities across our communities. Stay informed and engaged as we embark on this journey toward progress and prosperity.
Coachella Valley Rail Project
In coordination with the Federal Railroad Administration and the California Department of Transportation, RCTC is proposing this service as an alternate mode of east-west travel across southern California, connecting the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside.
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The service would provide game-changing access to jobs and education centers while reducing vehicle miles traveled and combating climate change and air pollution. In addition, the rail service would significantly expand economic opportunities by opening travel to restaurants, resorts, music festivals, sports facilities, and commercial and retail centers. The nine stations also offer a host of transit-oriented development opportunities.
The proposed service would extend approximately 144 miles between Los Angeles and the Coachella Valley with stops in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties, including up to six stations on the east end. CV Rail would comprise a substantial segment of Amtrak’s Tucson-Los Angeles corridor. The Tucson-Phoenix-Los Angeles corridor would connect passengers to Amtrak’s Coast Starlight, Pacific Surfliner, Southwest Chief, Sunset Limited, and Texas Eagle routes, broadening travel opportunities nationwide.
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With the certification of the Final Tier 1/Program-Level EIS/EIR, RCTC and Caltrans are actively seeking funding for the Tier 2/Project-Level environmental analysis, which will study specific stations and detailed engineering.
Extended I-10 Truck Climbing Lane Project
RCTC, in partnership with Caltrans, proposes to add an eastbound truck climbing lane from the I-10 San Bernardino County line to the City of Banning. The project is in the expenditure plan for Measure A, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax measure for transportation improvements in Riverside County. Measure A will fund a portion of the project. However, the expenditure plan assumed 50 percent of all project expenses would be paid for with federal and state transportation funding sources. These sources are currently funded far below historical levels; therefore, until additional funding is available, RCTC cannot proceed with environmental reviews, design, right-of-way acquisition, or construction of the project.
Traffic Relief Plan
The Traffic Relief Plan (TRP) was crafted by the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) in response to input from residents of Riverside County and their elected officials.
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The TRP represents a comprehensive county-wide initiative aimed at enhancing traffic efficiency and safety, maintaining infrastructure quality, enhancing public transportation accessibility, and fostering Riverside County's reputation as a region of opportunity for its inhabitants. This Plan was formulated by RCTC with input from residents of Riverside County and their elected representatives.
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Transportation improvements will be happening across all regions such as Riverside, Corona, Perris, Moreno Valley, Hemet, San Jacinto, the San Gorgonio Pass, Blythe, Coachella Valley, and nearby areas.
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For more information please visit:
www.rctc.org/traffic-relief-plan
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I-10 Truck Climbing Lane Project
SBCTA in cooperation with Caltrans, extended the eastbound (EB) truck climbing lane (TCL) on Interstate 10 (I-10) from the existing EB off-ramp at Live Oak Canyon Road located in the City of Yucaipa, San Bernardino County, California to just east of the existing County Line Road EB off-ramp at the Riverside County line (Project) in the City of Calimesa. The extension of the TCL for approximately an additional 3-miles, which includes steep uphill portions, improves operations on the interstate by separating trucks and other slow moving vehicles from faster moving passenger vehicles. This Project reduces the frequency of truck-related accidents. The project began construction in March 2024 and was completed in August 2025.