Repair, Replace, Reline Culverts EA 06-1H910

Caltrans District 6 is forecasting a project, identified as EA 06-1H910, to repair, replace, and reline culverts at eleven specific post miles on State Route 41 in Madera County, specifically within the Coarsegold area. The scope of work includes the installation of drain inlets and flared end sections at select locations. All activities are restricted to the Caltrans right of way, extending no more than five feet beyond the end of replacement culverts, with an expectation of minimal soil disturbance during liner replacements. The project is classified as routine maintenance and is exempt under CEQA Categorical Exemption 15301, class 1c, and is a NEPA Categorical Exclusion. Key compliance requirements include the development of a lead compliance plan by a Certified Industrial Hygienist for ground-disturbing activities and the mandatory cessation of work if unidentified cultural materials are discovered until an archaeologist can perform an assessment. Additionally, pre-construction surveys for nesting migratory birds are required for any vegetation removal conducted between February and September. Project management is overseen by Gurpaul Bath, with Pedram Mafi serving as the primary environmental contact.