Historic Highway 99 Association of California
Dedicated to the preservation of California's Main Street – former US Highway 99
From the PresidentMichael F Ballard As we enter the summer season, vaccinations are increasing, and the pandemic seems to be subsiding, it is getting time to start working on getting out there more. We will be reaching out to more businesses, historical societies, and car clubs for events and presentations. We have been slowly building … Read more
On June 1, 2021 at 6 pm, we will be hosting a Zoom presentation on US 99 beneath Lake Shasta from Bridge Bay to Lakehead. Photos of the exposed highway as well as some historic photos will be shown. Most of the photos are from October 2008 as that was the lowest point I saw … Read more
From the PresidentMichael F Ballard Things seem to be going well for the Association. In the short time since we were founded, we have completed our first project, obtained our 501(c)3 status, attracted members, got a proper bank account, raised funds, and have been in the news. We are still a small organization but we … Read more
On Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 6 pm, we will having a presentation via Zoom on tips and tricks to finding old highways. Information on bridges, survey markers, and roadway striping will be covered. Learn what a “c-block or c-monument” is and how to find them. Learn how to identify bridges by their railing and … Read more