PLA-80 Gold Run Damaged Tree Removal (EA 03-2N790)

The California Department of Transportation District 3 is procuring services for the PLA-80 Gold Run Damaged Tree Removal project, identified as EA 03-2N790. Located in Placer County, the work will be performed within the operational right-of-way on Interstate 80 from post mile 41.27 to post mile 49.14. The primary objective of the project is to reduce potential wildfire hazards and restore right-of-way access for maintenance crews. The scope of work includes the removal of fallen and storm-damaged trees, stump grinding, tree disposal, traffic control, and other incidental work. The project is classified under NAICS code 561730 and is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of July 7, 2026. It has been granted a Notice of Exemption under CEQA Class 1(d) for existing facilities and a NEPA Categorical Exclusion, as the maintenance is adjacent to an existing roadbed and no significant environmental impacts are anticipated. Administrative oversight is provided by Environmental Scientist Jason Ammerman and Project Manager Ethan Hyde. No regulatory permits are required for the completion of this work.