Road Conditions – Heavy Rain
During heavier rains, it’s advisable to turn on your headlights for increased visibility. Scan ahead for large puddles and slow down when you go through the water. Most vehicles lack protection on the underside and large quantities of water splashed up in the undercarriage can soak wiring, brake linings and other essential parts. Failure to negotiate large puddles with caution can result in a stall or in a brake failure of malfunction.
Keep your car under control and your brakes in excellent condition. Always allow a safe distance between your car and any other car or person, so that you make a smooth stop. Jerky stops often cause dangerous skidding.
In the event you do find yourself skidding, DON’T SLAM on your brakes. Instead, take your foot off the accelerator and gently turn your wheels in the direction of the skid. Braking or oversteering to correct may end up in another skid and locked brakes. Once the car straightens up, gently brake to a stop.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3301A Imprudent Driving $100.00 3301B Fail to Stop Within Assured Clear Distance $400.00 3205G Brakes Required - Maintained in Good Working Condition $80.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Route 17 with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes. The public is advised not to enter the construction area.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 7/31/23 to Friday, 8/4/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures at the following locations:
- ET Calvo Memorial Parkway/Route 1 Intersection to The Carpet Store
- Route 1/Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) intersection – Southbound
- Great National Insurance to the Route 30A Intersection
- Hilton Hotel to the Archbishop Felixberto Flores Circle
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, August 5, 2023, between 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue striping along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway from Route 1 to The Carpet Store.
Road Conditions – Heavy Rain
During heavier rains, it’s advisable to turn on your headlights for increased visibility. Scan ahead for large puddles and slow down when you go through the water. Most vehicles lack protection on the underside and large quantities of water splashed up in the undercarriage can soak wiring, brake linings and other essential parts. Failure to negotiate large puddles with caution can result in a stall or in a brake failure of malfunction.
Keep your car under control and your brakes in excellent condition. Always allow a safe distance between your car and any other car or person, so that you make a smooth stop. Jerky stops often cause dangerous skidding.
In the event you do find yourself skidding, DON’T SLAM on your brakes. Instead, take your foot off the accelerator and gently turn your wheels in the direction of the skid. Braking or oversteering to correct may end up in another skid and locked brakes. Once the car straightens up, gently brake to a stop.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3301A Imprudent Driving $100.00 3301B Fail to Stop Within Assured Clear Distance $400.00 3205G Brakes Required - Maintained in Good Working Condition $80.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Route 17 with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
The contractor will be paving from Monday, 7/24/23 to Tuesday, 7/25/23 between 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Route 5/Plumeria Street Intersection by Apra View Housing. Motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and delays.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes. The public is advised not to enter the construction area.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 7/24/23 to Friday, 7/28/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures at the following locations:
- ET Calvo Memorial Parkway/Route 1 Intersection corner by FHP
- Route 1/Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) intersection up to KFC
- Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio)/Route 30A Intersection
- Hilton Hotel to the Archbishop Felixberto Flores Circle
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, July 29, 2023, between 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue work at the corner of the Route 1/Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) intersection by the Camacho Landmark Center, Building 2 (Jerry’s Kitchen, Island Pharmacy) to KFC.
Starting 6:00 PM on Saturday, July 29, 2023, the contractor will be milling and paving along Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) from Route 1 to Pacific Tyre. All traffic will be diverted to the GPO side allowing for both ways of traffic. Access to businesses will be maintained. Construction activities will be completed with all lanes open on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 6:00 AM.
On Sunday, July 30, 2023, starting at 6:00 PM, the contractor will be milling and paving along Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) from Route 1 to Ruby Tuesday. All traffic will be diverted to the Pacific Finance Center side allowing for both ways of traffic. Access to businesses will be maintained. Construction activities will be completed with all lanes open on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 6:00 AM.
Road Conditions – Heavy Rain
During heavier rains, it’s advisable to turn on your headlights for increased visibility. Scan ahead for large puddles and slow down when you go through the water. Most vehicles lack protection on the underside and large quantities of water splashed up in the undercarriage can soak wiring, brake linings and other essential parts. Failure to negotiate large puddles with caution can result in a stall or in a brake failure of malfunction.
Keep your car under control and your brakes in excellent condition. Always allow a safe distance between your car and any other car or person, so that you make a smooth stop. Jerky stops often cause dangerous skidding.
In the event you do find yourself skidding, DON’T SLAM on your brakes. Instead, take your foot off the accelerator and gently turn your wheels in the direction of the skid. Braking or oversteering to correct may end up in another skid and locked brakes. Once the car straightens up, gently brake to a stop.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3301A Imprudent Driving $100.00 3301B Fail to Stop Within Assured Clear Distance $400.00 3205G Brakes Required - Maintained in Good Working Condition $80.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Plumeria Street with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
The contractor will be paving from Monday, 7/17/23 to Thursday, 7/20/23 between 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and delays. Taking alternative routes or adjusting travel times is encouraged.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes. The public is advised not to enter the construction area.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 7/17/23 to Friday, 7/21/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway by FHP, the Route 1/Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) intersection up to KFC, and at the Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio)/Route 30A Intersection.
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, July 22, 2023, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue sidewalk repairs at the corner of the Route 1/Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) intersection by the Camacho Landmark Center, Building 2 (Jerry's Kitchen, Island Pharmacy).
Road Conditions – Heavy Rain
During heavier rains, it’s advisable to turn on your headlights for increased visibility. Scan ahead for large puddles and slow down when you go through the water. Most vehicles lack protection on the underside and large quantities of water splashed up in the undercarriage can soak wiring, brake linings and other essential parts. Failure to negotiate large puddles with caution can result in a stall or in a brake failure of malfunction.
Keep your car under control and your brakes in excellent condition. Always allow a safe distance between your car and any other car or person, so that you make a smooth stop. Jerky stops often cause dangerous skidding.
In the event you do find yourself skidding, DON’T SLAM on your brakes. Instead, take your foot off the accelerator and gently turn your wheels in the direction of the skid. Braking or oversteering to correct may end up in another skid and locked brakes. Once the car straightens up, gently brake to a stop.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3301A Imprudent Driving $100.00 3301B Fail to Stop Within Assured Clear Distance $400.00 3205G Brakes Required - Maintained in Good Working Condition $80.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Plumeria Street with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 7/10/23 to Friday, 7/14/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway and at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) up to KFC.
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, July 15, 2023, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue sidewalk repairs at the corner of the Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) intersection by the Camacho Landmark Center, Building 2 (Jerry’s Kitchen, Island Pharmacy). Additionally, the FHP side of ET Calvo Parkway will be closed for paving works. Traffic will be diverted to the ITC side.
On Sunday, July 16, 2023, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that the ITC side of ET Calvo Parkway will be closed for paving works. Traffic will be diverted to the FHP side.
Islandwide Village Street Pavement Resurfacing – Mai Mai Road, Chalan Pago-Ordot
On Friday, 7/7/23, the DPW contractor will be milling and paving the northbound lane of a section of Mai Mai Road south of Kongga Rd. Work will occur between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM. There will be intermittent lane closures.
Motorists and residents are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Road Conditions – Heavy Rain
During heavier rains, it’s advisable to turn on your headlights for increased visibility. Scan ahead for large puddles and slow down when you go through the water. Most vehicles lack protection on the underside and large quantities of water splashed up in the undercarriage can soak wiring, brake linings and other essential parts. Failure to negotiate large puddles with caution can result in a stall or in a brake failure of malfunction.
Keep your car under control and your brakes in excellent condition. Always allow a safe distance between your car and any other car or person, so that you make a smooth stop. Jerky stops often cause dangerous skidding.
In the event you do find yourself skidding, DON’T SLAM on your brakes. Instead, take your foot off the accelerator and gently turn your wheels in the direction of the skid. Braking or oversteering to correct may end up in another skid and locked brakes. Once the car straightens up, gently brake to a stop.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3301A Imprudent Driving $100.00 3301B Fail to Stop Within Assured Clear Distance $400.00 3205G Brakes Required - Maintained in Good Working Condition $80.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Plumeria Street with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 7/3/23 and Wednesday, 7/5/23 to Friday, 7/7/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway and at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) up to KFC.
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, July 8, 2023, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue repairs along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway and at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio).
Islandwide Safety Improvements on Primary Roads (Striping and Marking), Route 8
From Monday, 7/3/23 to Friday, 7/7/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, temporary lane shifts, intermittent closures, and traffic stoppages up to 10 minutes may be required along Route 8 between Chalan Santo Papa and San Roque Street in Barrigada as striping work continues.
Islandwide Village Street Pavement Resurfacing – Mai Mai Road, Chalan Pago-Ordot
On Friday, 6/30/23, the DPW contractor will be milling and paving the southbound lane of a section of Mai Mai Road south of Kongga Rd. Work will occur between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM. There will be intermittent lane closures.
Motorists and residents are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Road Safety Reminder for the Week
Traffic Signal Lights (Flashing/Not Working)
Flashing Red light is the same as a “STOP” sign.
Come to a complete stop at the intersection before proceeding.
Flashing Yellow light means "SLOW DOWN" and proceed with caution. Slow down and be alert before entering the intersection. Yield to any pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles in the intersection. You do not need to stop for a flashing yellow traffic signal light.
Traffic Signal Light Not Working (Blackout)
When the traffic signal lights are not working properly, whether flashing red or no lights are showing, treat the intersection as if it is controlled by a “STOP” sign in all directions. This means that all traffic must come to a complete stop prior to proceeding, obeying the rules for a “STOP” sign.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3335 Disobey Flashing Traffic Light $80.00 3339A Disobey Traffic Signal Light $80.00 3339F Failure to Comply with Peace Officer/Inst $100.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Plumeria Street with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 6/26/23 to Friday, 6/30/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway and at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) up to KFC.
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, July 1, 2023, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue repairs along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway and at the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio).
There will also be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along Route 14 (Pale San Vitores Road) from Archbishop Felixberto Flores Circle to the Hilton Hotel. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes.
Islandwide Safety Improvements on Primary Roads (Striping and Marking), Route 8
From Monday, 6/26/23 to Friday, 6/30/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, temporary lane shifts, intermittent closures, and traffic stoppages up to 10 minutes may be required along Route 8 between Chalan Santo Papa and San Roque Street in Barrigada as striping work continues.
Road Safety Reminder for the Week
Traffic Signal Lights (Flashing/Not Working)
Flashing Red light is the same as a “STOP” sign.
Come to a complete stop at the intersection before proceeding.
Flashing Yellow light means "SLOW DOWN" and proceed with caution. Slow down and be alert before entering the intersection. Yield to any pedestrians, bicyclists, or vehicles in the intersection. You do not need to stop for a flashing yellow traffic signal light.
Traffic Signal Light Not Working (Blackout)
When the traffic signal lights are not working properly, whether flashing red or no lights are showing, treat the intersection as if it is controlled by a “STOP” sign in all directions. This means that all traffic must come to a complete stop prior to proceeding, obeying the rules for a “STOP” sign.
According to Guam’s Traffic Violation Bureau’s (TVB) Traffic Fine Schedule
GCA (Guam Code Annotated) Code Description Eff. 01/01/14 3335 Disobey Flashing Traffic Light $80.00 3339A Disobey Traffic Signal Light $80.00 3339F Failure to Comply with Peace Officer/Inst $100.00
Guam Construction Update
Motorists are advised to drive cautiously through the construction zones, observe all posted speed limit and construction signs, and carefully heed flaggers (when present). Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.
Route 5 and Portion of Route 12, Reconstruction and Widening (Route 2A to Naval Magazine/Route 12) – Santa Rita
Construction activities will continue along Route 5 from Route 2A to Plumeria Street with intermittent lane closures. Motorists are advised to slow down while driving through this area.
Route 14B (Ypao Road) Reconstruction and Widening (Route 14 to Carmen Memorial Dr.), Phase 1 Cliffside – Tamuning
There is a full road closure between Congressman Palting Loop and Pale San Vitores Road for the construction of a new retaining wall and widening of Ypao Road. Motorists will have to take alternate routes.
Route 14 Resurfacing from Route 1 to Route 14B – Tamuning
From Monday, 6/19/23 to Friday, 6/23/23 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway, the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) and along Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) between KFC and Great National Insurance Underwriters (East Espiritu Street).
The contractor will also continue surveying along Route 14. Flaggers will be present to assist surveyors.
On Saturday, June 24, 2023, between 5:00 AM and 6:00 PM, motorists are advised that there will be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures as the contractor will continue repairs along ET Calvo Memorial Parkway, the intersection of Route 1 and Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) and along Route 14 (Chalan San Antonio) between KFC and Great National Insurance Underwriters (East Espiritu Street).
There will also be lane shifts and intermittent lane closures along Route 14 (Pale San Vitores Road) from Archbishop Felixberto Flores Circle to the Hilton Hotel. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes.
Islandwide Safety Improvements on Primary Roads (Striping and Marking), Route 8
Between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM temporary lane shifts, intermittent closures, and traffic stoppages up to 10 minutes will occur at the following locations, weather permitting:
- Monday June 19 to Friday June 23 - Route 8 between Route 1 and Canada Toto Loop Road
- Saturday June 24 - Route 8/Tiyan Parkway and Route 8/7A East (O’Brien Drive)
Storm Debris Clean Up - West Soledad Avenue, Hagåtña
Motorists are advised of intermittent road closures along West Soledad Avenue in Anigua/Hagåtña as the Department of Public Works HMC crew performs clean up work following Typhoon Mawar. The road closures will occur throughout the week between 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Motorists advised to drive cautiously in the area. Alternate routes and/or adjusting drive times when feasible are encouraged.