Engineered Traffic Control Plans for California Projects
Power Safety Service LLC designs engineer-stamped traffic control plans (TCPs) that meet MUTCD and Caltrans standards for every type of road work, construction project, and special event in Northern California. Our licensed Professional Engineers (PE) and Traffic Engineers (TE) on staff produce plans that get approved the first time.
Whether you need a simple lane closure plan for utility work or a complex phased traffic control plan for a highway project, our engineering team delivers accurate, compliant plans on tight timelines.
What Makes Our Traffic Control Plans Different
Most traffic control companies outsource their plan design. We do not. Our PE and TE engineers work in-house, which means faster turnaround, better communication, and plans that actually match your job site conditions.
Every plan we produce includes:
- Engineer stamp and signature from a California-licensed PE or TE
- Full MUTCD compliance with California supplement
- Caltrans standard plan references where applicable
- Detailed device spacing, taper lengths, and buffer zones
- Equipment specifications (signs, channelizers, arrow boards, barriers)
- Pedestrian and bicycle accommodation where required
- Phasing diagrams for multi-stage projects
- Site-specific notes addressing unique conditions
Types of Traffic Control Plans
Lane Closure Plans
Single-lane, multi-lane, and full road closure plans for highway, arterial, collector, and residential streets. We calculate taper lengths, buffer distances, and sign placement based on speed, volume, and geometry – not generic templates.
Utility Work TCPs
Plans for gas, electric, water, sewer, and telecom projects. We design around open trenches, equipment swing radius, material staging areas, and the specific requirements of utility agency permits.
Intersection and Signalized Work
Working near or within signalized intersections requires careful planning for signal timing coordination, pedestrian crossings, and turn lane modifications. Our engineers account for all of these factors.
Highway and Freeway Plans
Caltrans projects require plans that meet the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Devices (CA MUTCD) and follow standard plan specifications. Our team has experience with Caltrans encroachment permits and understands the review process.
Special Event Plans
Parades, marathons, festivals, and community gatherings need traffic circulation plans that address road closures, detour routes, parking management, and pedestrian flow. We coordinate with local agencies and law enforcement requirements.
Emergency and Temporary Plans
When you need a plan fast for emergency work or an unexpected project change, our engineering team can produce a compliant plan within hours.
The Permit Connection
Traffic control plans and permits go hand in hand. Most cities and counties in California require a TCP as part of the encroachment permit application. We handle both – see our Permit Services page for details on our permit acquisition capabilities.
When you bundle TCP design with permit services, we ensure the plan matches exactly what the jurisdiction requires. No revisions, no delays, no back-and-forth.
Coverage and Jurisdiction Experience
Our engineers have produced traffic control plans for projects in over 100 Northern California jurisdictions, including:
- Caltrans District 3, 4, 6, and 10
- City of Sacramento, San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, Fresno, Stockton
- Counties of Sacramento, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Alameda, Santa Clara, Fresno
- Special districts and transit agencies
Each jurisdiction has specific requirements beyond the MUTCD. Our team knows these local standards and incorporates them into every plan.
Turnaround Times
- Standard plans: 3-5 business days
- Rush plans: 24-48 hours
- Emergency plans: Same day
Turnaround depends on project complexity. Simple utility work plans can often be completed in 24 hours. Multi-phase highway projects may take longer. We will give you an honest timeline at the quote stage.
Qualifications
- Licensed PE and TE engineers on staff
- ATSSA-certified traffic control professionals
- SBE-certified (ID #2042258)
- SAM-registered (UEI: K6XHQTLM18M5)
- Full E&O insurance coverage
Get a Quote on Your Traffic Control Plan
Call us at 916-573-7133 or email [email protected] with your project details. Include the project location, type of work, expected duration, and any agency-specific requirements you are aware of. We will respond with a quote and timeline within one business day.
Power Safety Service LLC
5400 E Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240