10-1V400-Pavement Repairs

The California Department of Transportation District 10 is initiating project 10-1V400 to repair failing or damaged pavement on various on-ramps across Merced, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus counties, specifically along highways 4, 5, and 99. The scope of work involves milling and filling from edge of pavement to edge of pavement using Hot Mix Asphalt overlay, performing dig-outs via cold planning, and replacing existing pavement markings. All activities will be conducted within the Caltrans Right of Way. The project has been granted a categorical exclusion under NEPA and is exempt under CEQA statutes, as it is expected to have no significant environmental impacts. The contract requires strict adherence to several Caltrans Standard Special Provisions, including SSP 36-4 for lead-containing residue from grinding, SSP 7-1.02K(6)(j)(iii) for earth material containing lead, and SSP 14-11.14 for the management of treated wood waste. Notably, a Lead Compliance Plan prepared by a Certified Industrial Hygienist is required, and all contaminated soil must remain on-site. Additionally, the contractor must follow specific protocols for the discovery of cultural resources or human remains, which include halting work within a 60-foot radius and notifying the appropriate authorities. Ishnav Guleria serves as the lead agency contact for this effort.