Southbound Eureka Slough Bridge Emergency Repair
Summary
SCH Number
2026060768
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 1
(DOT)
Document Title
Southbound Eureka Slough Bridge Emergency Repair
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/17/2026
Document Description
The purpose of the emergency project is to construct a work trestle parallel to the
southbound Eureka Slough Bridge to perform investigations of the bridge foundation,
make necessary repairs, and construct a temporary detour bridge if needed. The project is needed to prevent or mitigate the loss or impairment of life, health, property, and essential public services.
Contact Information
Name
Felicia Zimmerman
Agency Name
Caltrans District 1
Job Title
Environmental Scientist, Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Arcata, Eureka
Counties
Humboldt
Regions
Citywide, Countywide
Zip
95501
State Highways
US Highway 101
Waterways
Eureka Slough, Humboldt Bay
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Statutory Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 21080;15269(b)
Reasons for Exemption
Emergency repair is needed to maintain service essential to public health, safety, and
welfare. Due to the need for further investigation to assess full extent of bridge
foundation damage, the emergency repair will require time for planning to adequately
address the emergency.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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