725-6US-2663 Utility Pole Replacement

Caltrans District 7 has approved an encroachment permit for Southern California Edison to replace a deteriorated wooden utility pole with a lightweight steel pole. The project is located within the Caltrans right-of-way along State Route 118 at post mile 15.36 in the City of Moorpark, Ventura County. The scope of work includes the execution of traffic control activities and excavation with a minimum depth of 5 feet, a maximum depth of 10 feet, and average dimensions of 5 feet by 5 feet. No public utilities will be relocated, and no new right-of-way will be acquired. The project is managed by Norman Hui and is subject to Encroachment Permit Special Provisions TR-0408. It has been granted a CEQA Class 2c exemption and a NEPA categorical exclusion, as no significant environmental impacts are expected. Key compliance requirements include the guidance of a professional biologist to protect active nests and the immediate halting of work if unidentified cultural materials are discovered until an archaeologist can perform an assessment. Additionally, no construction dewatering is permitted, and any changes to the project scope must be reported to the Division of Environmental Planning.