Hwy 395 Beaver Dam Flood Control

The Hwy 395 Beaver Dam Flood Control project, managed by Caltrans District 9 in Bishop, California, addresses a safety hazard caused by beaver dam activity at Post Mile 121.90 in Inyo County. This activity has led to the clogging of a culvert inlet, causing water to rise and overflow onto the travel way. To mitigate this issue and restore proper drainage function, the project involves the construction of a small, trapezoidal fence-like structure at the inlet side of the culvert to prevent beavers from accessing the pipe and to reduce the rate of flooding. Classified under NAICS code 237310, the project is identified as a forecast with a posted date of December 5, 2025. It is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15269(b), as it constitutes emergency repairs to essential transportation infrastructure necessary to avert a clear and present safety hazard. The primary point of contact for the project is Heather Elder, Senior Environmental Scientist, and the Notice of Exemption was authorized by Stephen Pfeiler, Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor.