726-6US-1340 Pipeline Investigation

Caltrans District 7 in Los Angeles has approved a temporary encroachment permit for Crimson Midstream, LLC to conduct a pipeline investigation as part of its Integrity Management Program. The project, identified by tracking number 726-6US-1340, involves potholing and excavating within the Caltrans right-of-way along the State Route 23 southbound offramp at post mile R6.15 in Ventura, California. The scope of work includes exposing the pipeline, removing coating, cleaning the surface, and assessing reported anomalies. If necessary, repairs including welding will be performed before the pipeline is recoated and the worksite is backfilled and restored to its original condition. Technical specifications for the excavation include a depth of 5 feet and average dimensions of 6 feet by 10 feet. The project is managed by Norman Hui and Pauline Lee and has been determined to be exempt under CEQA statutes and categorically excluded under NEPA regulations, with no significant environmental impacts expected. Key compliance requirements include adherence to Encroachment Permit Special Provisions (TR-0408) due to aerially deposited lead concerns in the unpaved surface. Additionally, the contract mandates that work must halt if unidentified cultural materials are unearthed until a qualified archaeologist can assess the find. No public utilities will be relocated, and no new right-of-way acquisition is required for this maintenance and repair effort.