12-0V730 Minor B Signs and Pavement Delineation Project

The 12-0V730 Minor B Signs and Pavement Delineation Project, managed by Caltrans District 12, focuses on reducing wrong-way entries along State Route 261 in Orange County, California. The scope of work includes installing signage on existing wooden poles and signal mast arms, refreshing and upgrading pavement striping and markings, and improving existing crosswalks to high-visibility ladder-style designs. All activities will be performed entirely within State right-of-way at three specific locations: the southbound offramp to Portola Pkwy, and the northbound and southbound offramps to Irvine Blvd. The project requires no trenching and no DSA-related work, with ground disturbance limited to the installation of new 6-inch by 6-inch posts with an embedment depth of up to 5 feet. The project is categorized as exempt under CEQA Class 1(d) and is a NEPA categorical exclusion, with no significant environmental impacts anticipated. Compliance is required with Caltrans Standard Specifications, the Caltrans Storm Water Management Plan, and various NPDES permits for storm water discharges. Special requirements include strict labeling and shipping protocols for treated wood waste and adherence to Public Resources Code Section 5097.98 regarding Native American remains. Soil at the site has been classified as non-hazardous regarding lead content and is suitable for onsite reuse. Administrative oversight is provided by Judy Bernal and a team of environmental specialists.