American Dark Fiber MEN 162 Broadband (0399)
Summary
SCH Number
2026060790
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 1
(DOT)
Document Title
American Dark Fiber MEN 162 Broadband (0399)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/17/2026
Document Description
American Dark Fiber, in coordination with the California Department of Technology, proposes installation of approximately 749 feet of underground high-density polyethylene (HDPE) conduit with fiber-optic cable within the Caltrans right-of-way (ROW) along State Route 162 in Mendocino County, California. The proposed work includes placement of temporary traffic control devices and signage and installation of two 36-inch-wide by 60-inch-long by 24-inch-deep underground vaults. Construction activities will occur entirely within the existing Caltrans ROW.
Contact Information
Name
Cassie L Nichols
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Sr. Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Mendocino
Regions
Countywide
State Highways
MEN 162
Other Location Info
MEN162 PM 28.809-28.815
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Statutory Exemption
Type, Section or Code
PRC 21080.51
Reasons for Exemption
This project is a linear broadband deployment in the Caltrans right-of-way or right of way of a public road that meets all conditions of Section 21080.51, and the project is statutorily exempt from CEQA. Environmental specialist reviews have occurred, and this project would not cause a significant impact to the environment.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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