All posts by Michael F Ballard

Michael F Ballard is the author and administrator of the Southern California Regional Rocks and Roads website, https://socalregion.com, since 1995. I have been studying the geology and highway history throughout southern California for most of my life. I am also the President of the Ridge Route Preservation Organization. Founder of the Historic Highway 99 Association of California, https://historic99.org .

New Video – Ridge Route Basics

The Historic Highway 99 Association of California, in conjunction with the Ridge Route Preservation Organization, has produced a video on the basics of the Ridge Route and some of the features that make the road unique. Learn about the curbs, rails, footprints of all types, tire tracks, and more that can be found on the road. They also talk about the different pavement types on the road as well as how you can get up there and see the road yourself.

The Historic Highway 99 Association of California has also produced other videos talking about other sections of the highway, including the bridges over the Santa Clara River and Castaic Creek in their “History along US 99” series.

New Video – Castaic Creek Bridge

The Historic Highway 99 Association of California has posted a new video on the history of the Castaic Creek bridge near Santa Clarita, CA. Come check it out!

New Video – Garvey Ave in Alhambra

Join the Historic Highway 99 Association of California and explore a section of Garvey Avenue, which was part of the first “freeway” in California.

LADOT Bicycle barrier survey

The City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) is conducting a survey regarding the implementation of concrete barriers instead of bollards along 3rd Street in Downtown Los Angeles. Make your voice heard and let them know what your opinion is, as well as any experience you may have had either way. Use the link below:

LADOT 3rd Street Survey

New Videos – 99 Association

The Historic Highway 99 Association of California has posted two new videos. One discusses a “ghost” sign on I-5 near Lebec and the other discusses the Palm and Pine near Madera.

Historic Highway 99 Association of California YouTube