The section of road remains closed for emergency repairs. Residents on West Whitlock Rd. between Mt. Bullion Ridge and Sherlock Rd. must use East Whitlock Rd. off SR140. High flows of storm water runoff eroded around a pipe resulting in a large void underneath the pavement. Please do not cross the traffic control barriers. Emergency repairs will take place Tuesday & Wednesday and the road is expected to be reopened by Wednesday afternoon.
December 11, 2022 – Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office announces the closure of West Whitlock Road from 5582 West Whitlock (Whitlock Gap) to approximately 5361 West Whitlock (towards Hwy 49 North) due to unsafe road conditions.
Public Works staff is assessing damage and working on a plan for reopening.
Source: Mariposa County Sheriff's Office