Common use of Problem, Deficiencies, Justification Clause in Contracts

Problem, Deficiencies, Justification. Vehicle delay and operating speeds are projected to be below the acceptable standards. This has become apparent over time and has only been amplified due to the recent relief efforts for the Oroville Dam Repair and Paradise Fire Relief. The existing underpasses do not meet current vertical clearance standards, which has led to a high number of closures due to truck traffic impacts to the existing structures. Due to the large volume of freight and goods movement through SR 70, the existing roadway structural section has also experienced drastic wear and tear and is in poor condition that requires high maintenance efforts. Currently, sections of the roadway do not have sidewalks and there are no existing designated bicycle facilities, requiring bicycle users to share the State Route with vehicles, which includes high volumes of truck traffic. In addition, many of the existing ADA facilities do not meet current standards and provide inadequate accessibility due to the lack of contiguous pedestrian facilities. Rehabilitation of SR 70 will ensure that the State Route will be brought up to current design standards, which will help mitigate the vehicular impacts to the underpasses, as well as, provide safe and efficient travel for various modes of transportation, including vehicles, bicyclist, and pedestrians.