Expect Delays on Highway 89 Near Clio Today

Blairsden-graeagle, CA · April 13, 2026

Happy Monday—the frost is still clinging to the pines this morning, but the sun is doing its best to remind us it’s mid-April. If you’re commuting south, keep an eye out for the Caltrans crews starting bridge inspections near the trestle today.

📰 The Lead

The seasonal shift is officially here as the Mohawk Valley Trail Association begins its first trail assessments of the year. With the snow line finally receding past the 5,000-foot mark, volunteers are heading out this week to clear downed trees and assess winter erosion on the popular Jamison Creek and Smith Creek loops. For those of us living here, this is that sweet spot where the lower trails are tacky and clear, but the summer crowds haven't yet found their way to the trailheads. The association is also quietly gathering community input on the proposed connector path between the village and the Plumas-Eureka State Park entrance—a project that aims to get walkers off the narrow shoulder of the road for good.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Bridge Inspections on Highway 89 Caltrans begins routine safety checks on the bridge near the Clio trestle this morning. Expect one-way traffic control and delays of up to 15 minutes through the afternoon. Plan your commute to Truckee accordingly.

  • Defensible Space Sign-ups Open The Plumas County Fire Safe Council has opened the portal for the spring chipping program. Residents can request a crew to clear brush piles at no cost. It’s a first-come, first-served system that fills up fast.

  • EPHC Board Prepares for Tuesday The Eastern Plumas Health Care board meets tomorrow, but the agenda released today highlights new equipment upgrades for the Portola clinic. It’s a sign of continued investment in our local rural healthcare infrastructure.

🌤️ Today's Outlook

  • High 56°F · Low 29°F A crisp, clear Monday with light winds. It’s perfect weather for yard prep, but keep the frost blankets handy for any early starts in the garden—we aren't out of the freezing overnight woods just yet.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Morning Yoga Flow The Mineral Building, 150 Graeagle Main St 8:30–9:30 AM A gentle start to the week in a historic setting. All levels are welcome, and it’s a great way to check in with neighbors before the Monday rush.

  • Portola: City Council Meeting City Hall, 35 3rd Ave 6:00 PM A short drive over the hill to stay informed on regional transit discussions and local infrastructure updates that affect the entire Mohawk Valley.

  • Quincy: Monday Night Knitting Circle Quincy Library, 445 Jackson St 5:00–6:30 PM A 20-minute drive for some social crafting. Whether you’re a pro or just trying to fix a dropped stitch, the group is famously welcoming to newcomers.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Clio Trestle Standing 172 feet above the valley floor, this steel giant is more than just a backdrop for photos. Completed in 1909 for the Western Pacific Railroad, the trestle spans 1,005 feet and remains a vital artery for Union Pacific today. While it looks like a relic of the past, it’s a working piece of industrial history. It was built using over 2,000 tons of steel, a reminder of the engineering grit that first connected our rugged corner of the Sierras to the rest of the world.

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