725-6SV-0658-Geotechnical testing
Summary
SCH Number
2025071179
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 7
(DOT)
Document Title
725-6SV-0658-Geotechnical testing
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/29/2025
Document Description
Crimson proposes to complete geotechnical testing with 36 auger or direct push borings from within the earthen drainages located within CALTRANS right of way along State Route (SR-)118 between Post Mile (PM) 7.75 and PM 7.96 in the City of Somis, Ventura County. Crimson is requesting a temporary encroachment permit to access Caltrans right-of-way along SR-118 between PM 7.75 and PM 7.96 to complete the above-mentioned work. All borings will be backfilled with bentonite grout, all soil cutting will be placed in drum for characterization and disposal. Excavation will have a maximum depth of 180-inches below grade or refusal, whichever comes first and a maximum width of 2.25-inches. No public utilities will be relocated, and no new right-of-way will be acquired for the project.
Contact Information
Name
Susan Koo
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Name
Scott English
Agency Name
Crimson Pipeline LLC
Job Title
Project Manager
Contact Types
Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Counties
Ventura
Regions
Statewide
State Highways
LA-118
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Tit. 14, Section 15306, Class 6
Reasons for Exemption
Information collecting through geotechincal testing