Climate Change Impacts Across California - Crosscutting Issues

Apr 5, 2022 - Additional research suggests that 15 wastewater treatment plants in California will be exposed to flooding with three feet of sea‑level rise, growing to 36 facilities with six feet of sea‑level rise.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4575

Climate Change Impacts Across California - Transportation

Apr 5, 2022 - In 2019, Caltrans assessed the state highway system for climate change impacts, identifying segments of the system vulnerable to impacts such as precipitation, temperature, wildfire, storm surge, and sea‑level rise.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4576

The 2023-24 California Spending Plan: Transportation

Oct 16, 2023 - The 2023-24 California Spending Plan: Transportation $560 $10,880 a Funding was provided as part of the 2022 ‑23 funding agreement, but some funding was scored to 2021 ‑22. b Includes a small amount of funding for CTC to conduct administrative activities. c Includes $300 million dedicated to adapting certain rail lines to sea ‑level rise, as well as $1.8 billion for projects in
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4804

The 2022-23 Budget: Transportation Infrastructure Package

Feb 15, 2022 - For instance, the climate adaptation programs would support state and local transportation systems in planning for and adapting to clima te change impacts —such as from sea ‑level rise undermining coastal roadways and bridges.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4536

Assessing California’s Climate Policies—Implications for State Transportation Funding and Programs

Dec 13, 2023 - In fact, needs are likely to increase over time due to climate change impacts such as sea ‑level rise and flooding causing damage to and undermining existing transportation infrastructure. Additionally, maintenance needs may be exacerbated by additional road wear due to increasing vehicle weights, particularly as more of the state ’s vehicle fleet transitions to ZEVs, which tend to be heavier than conventional vehicles.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4821