transportation

Access to major markets is often cited as one of the key advantages of locating a business in the Stanislaus River Valley . The area plays a formidable role in transportation throughout the West Coast. Several major highways including Interstate 5 and highway 99, which are California ’s two main north-south routes, intersect the area. As a result, proximity to the Pacific Rim Markets makes the Stanislaus River Valley a prime location for any expanding business. The area’s transit and highway networks connect communities to major job and distribution centers with efficiency.

Rail

The Stanislaus River Valley is served by Burlington Northern & Santa Fe, and the Union Pacific Railroads. The Modesto & Empire Traction Company (M&ET) short-line interconnects the two transcontinental lines and operates an intermodal facility for heavy industrial users. California Northern Rail operates on the Westside of the county. Sierra operates on the East side of the county.

Air

The Modesto City-County Airport offers daily air service, with flights connecting to the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles. Local charter service is available through Sky Trek Aviation and the Modesto Flight Center . San Francisco International Airport , San Jose International, Oakland International, and Sacramento International Airports are all within 90 miles of the Stanislaus River Valley .

Water

The Port of Stockton is 30 miles north and provides a deep-water port with direct access to the Pacific Ocean. The Port of Oakland is approximately 90 minutes to the west.

Trucking

Overnight delivery is possible to all major markets in California . Several national freight carriers serve the area.