Riverside, Corona & Nearby Areas
The cities of Riverside, Corona, Eastvale, and Norco are among the most densely populated in the county. This subregion also sees some of the worst commute traffic in the country. Through the TRP, residents in western Riverside County can expect mobility improvements in their communities that provide real traffic relief and mobility options.
Safe Streets & Roads
The TRP will keep roads, highways, and sidewalks safe and smooth throughout Riverside County. The plan includes a range of road and safety improvements, including fixing potholes, upgrading medians and intersections, modernizing traffic signals, and protecting infrastructure from natural hazards.
Examples of road safety and maintenance improvements include:
- Cajalco Road between I-15 and I-215
- Van Buren Boulevard
- New grade separations in the cities of Riverside, Jurupa Valley, Banning, Beaumont, and unincorporated Riverside County
Highways
The TRP will reduce traffic congestion by completing freeway projects, improving interchanges and connections, using innovative technologies, adding new lanes, and more.
Examples of highway improvements include:
- Adding at least one lane:
- In both directions on I-15 between SR-74 to the San Diego County Line
- In both directions on SR-91 between I-15 in Corona and Pierce Street in Riverside
- In both directions on I-215 between SR-60 and Van Buren Boulevard
- Eastbound on SR-91 between SR-241 and SR-71
- Adding Express Lanes on I-215 between the 60/91/215 interchange and the 60/215 junction
- Improving interchange bridges and ramps at SR-91 and Adams Street
- Improving interchanges at:
- SR-91 and Tyler Street
- I-215 and Columbia Avenue
- I-215 and Center Street
- SR-60 and Etiwanda Avenue
- SR-60 and Rubidoux Boulevard
- Reconstructing interchanges at:
- Cantu-Galleano Ranch Road in Eastvale
- Sixth Street in Norco
- Constructing:
- A rapid transit connection from the 91 Express Lanes to the North Main Corona Transit Center/Metrolink station
- A new interchange on I-15 at Campbell Rancho Road and Temescal Canyon Road in Temescal Valley
- Auxiliary lanes on I-15 and State Route 91 in Corona and Riverside
- Increasing Freeway Service Patrols on I-215, SR-60, and SR-91 to assist drivers with car issues and clear incidents quickly
Regional Connections
The TRP supports the construction of multi-modal transportation corridors that connect parts of Riverside County, relieving congestion on existing highways and local roads.
Public Transportation
The TRP makes a historic investment in Riverside County’s public transportation system, including by increasing the frequency and safety of trains and buses, building new tracks and stations, and adding new transit and mobility options.
Examples of public transportation improvements will include:
- Expanding rail service into the Coachella Valley from Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and Los Angeles counties through the CV Rail project
- Studying and implementing options for new rail expansions or connections along Riverside County highway systems, including potentially on:
- I-15
- I-215
- SR-91
- SR-60
- Increasing train service frequency on existing commuter rail lines such as:
- 91/Perris Valley Line
- Inland-Empire Orange County (IE/OC) Line
- Maintaining and enhancing existing stations in Corona, Riverside, and Jurupa Valley
- Constructing new parking capacity at stations in Corona and Riverside
- Partnering with employers to encourage alternative forms of commuting, including rideshare and vanpool/carpooling incentives as means to reduce congestion
Active Transportation
The TRP makes it easier to get around Riverside County, no matter how you choose to move. It includes investments in active transportation infrastructure, including new protected bike lanes, bicycle facilities, and pedestrian safety measures.
Examples of active transportation improvements include:
- Santa Ana River Trail
- Butterfield Overland/Southern Emigrant Trail