Elk Grove plans extension of key roadway, approving agreement with Caltrans. Here’s where
The latest project development in Elk Grove looks to expand the region as the city landed an agreement with Caltrans to extend a key roadway to run between two major Sacramento-area freeways.
The proposed agreement is for the extension of Kammerer Road into a two-lane roadway that will stretch an additional 6.5 miles from Bruceville Road to Interstate 5. Kammerer currently runs from Bruceville to Highway 99.
According to the city, the expansion is a part of the Capital Southeast Connector project, which will provide a four-lane, 34-mile expressway connecting I-5, Highway 99 and Highway 50. Once complete, the Capital Southeast Connector will provide a direct drive from the southern part of Sacramento County up into El Dorado County, providing access to the Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova, Folsom and El Dorado Hills communities.
In an emailed statement to The Sacramento Bee, Elk Grove public affairs manager Kristyn Laurence said the Capital Southeast Connector project is important for Elk Grove and its expansion. The project will create accessibility to places such as Sky River Casino and other nearby attractions, she said, including the possible site of a new zoo.
“The Capital Southeast Connector is envisioned to help ease regional traffic congestion,” Laurence wrote. “This segment will drive motorists to new development areas and amenities proposed in the city’s southeast area including the 400 acre Grant Line Business Park, a potential new zoo, and expanded entertainment and employment areas envisioned for Elk Grove.”
This change, according to city officials, will require modifying the I-5 interchange at Hood Franklin Road.
Elk Grove City Council unanimously approved the cooperative agreement Wednesday evening, allowing Caltrans to advance to the next phases of the project: finalizing the design; plans, specifications and estimates; acquiring the property for the right-of-way; and construction.
Laurence said the process following the City Council’s decision may take about two to three years.
“The City is still seeking funding for the construction of this project. Once funding has been secured, construction will likely take a minimum of two years,” Laurence said.
This story was originally published January 11, 2024 at 12:37 PM.