UPDATE, 2/19/26, 12:30 p.m. – Chain controls are no longer required on eastbound Highway 175, according to Caltrans.
MENDOCINO CO., 2/19/26 — Chain controls are in effect Thursday morning on eastbound state Highway 175, according to Caltrans.
As of 6 a.m., chains are required on Highway 175 between the control point near McDowell Street in Hopland and the Lake County line. Vehicles with snow tires or four-wheel drive are permitted without chains, but drivers are advised to carry them.
Motorists should expect winter driving conditions and allow extra travel time.
The latest road information is available by calling 1 (800) 427-7623 or visiting https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/.