Traffic chaos for wine country as Highway 101 closes lanes until 2027, as state plows $29M into road fixes

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California is launching a $29 million overhaul of Highway 101 through wine country that will close lanes through 2027, snarling traffic in the region. The project aims to fix deteriorating pavement and improve drainage in the heavily traveled corridor that connects San Francisco to the North Bay wine regions. Drivers should expect significant delays during peak travel times, with the state transportation department warning that alternate routes may also experience congestion. The work is part of California's broader effort to address aging infrastructure, though the extended timeline means local businesses and commuters face nearly two years of disruption.