YUB-49 & SIE-49 Damaged Trees Removal (EA 03-2N900)

The California Department of Transportation District 3 is forecasting a project, identified as EA 03-2N900, to remove damaged and fallen trees along State Route 49 in Yuba and Sierra Counties. The scope of work includes tree removal, stump grinding, tree disposal, traffic control, and other incidental work. Specific performance areas include Yuba County from post mile 4.65 to 9.33, and Sierra County from post mile 0.01 to 1.90 and post mile 16.35 to 16.64. All activities will be conducted within the Caltrans right-of-way under NAICS code 561730. The project has been determined to be exempt under CEQA Class 1(d) and categorically excluded under NEPA regulations, as it does not expand the existing roadbed use and is expected to have no significant environmental impacts. No additional permits or agency coordination are required. Key administration personnel include Project Manager Ethan Hyde, Lead Agency Contact Jason Ammerman, and Senior Environmental Planner Joshua Faughn. The project was formally documented and signed on July 21, 2026.