Sierra Road Conditions: Chain Controls Lifted on Major Roadways

Sierra road conditions: Chain controls lifted on major roadways

Travelers heading to the mountains this Christmas week may need to prepare for snowy conditions and install chains on their tires.

Winter conditions on Mt Rose Highway lead to chain controls

Winter weather is bringing chain controls to Mt. Rose Highway. Drivers we spoke with shared their experiences driving the road.

Chain controls in effect across Truckee and Tahoe region

TAHOE BASIN, Calif. — Chain controls remain in effect Monday across several highways in the Tahoe region as winter weather continue to impact travel. The following chain control requirements are in place as of 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, according to Caltrans quickmap. Along the North Shore and in the Truckee area: Highway 267 Chain Control level R-2, Northstar Rd to Kings Beach – (Jct. 267/28 – Stewart Way) Interstate 80 Chain Control level R-2, …