Engineering
The Engineering Division provides a variety of technical services, support, and planning, which includes: Project Design, Inspection, Contract Preparation, Traffic Analysis, Special Districts, Encroachment Permits, and Reviews/Inspections. The Engineering Division of the Department provides management to the formation of Special Districts and develops information about the County road system (traffic volumes, pavement condition, and accident rates) to support the prioritization of transportation resources by the Department of Public Works, Board of Supervisors, and NCTC.
Nevada County Road Standards
To assist in the construction of roads, driveways, etc. download our Nevada County Standards and Drawings.
Links to County Government Code for standards.
Traffic Studies
These guidelines are intended to ensure consistency of analyses and adequacy of information to aid County staff and decision-makers in the consideration of project approval with regard to impacts on the County’s transportation system and in the assessment of associated fees.
Nevada County Traffic Impact Study Guidelines
Local Road Safety Plan
Nevada County has the 3rd lowest fatality rate of all counties in California. However, in the past 3 years, 1% of collisions on Nevada County roads have resulted in fatalities. The County is targeting zero fatalities over the next 3 years.
In 2019, to reach this goal, Public Works worked with community members, County departments, and local agencies and commissions to create the 2019 Nevada County Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP). The LRSP identifies priority areas for road improvements including strategies to address improper turning and broadside collisions; unsafe speeds, object impact and rear-end collisions; and driving under the influence. To address these safety concerns, Public Works has the intersection and signage improvements, additional traffic signals, and radar trailers planned and partners with California Highway Patrol on public education and increased enforcement where identified.
Nevada County Active Transportation Plan
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Trisha Tillotson
Agency DirectorPhone: 530-265-1222
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Community Development Agency
Physical Address
950 Maidu Avenue, Suite 170
PO Box 599002
Nevada City, CA 95959-7902
Phone 530-265-1222Fax 530-478-5799
Hours
Monday - Friday
Open from 8-5pm
CDA New Project Submittals: 8-3:30pm
Appointments are available. Book an appointment.