Southern Inyo Wind Warning Systems
Summary
SCH Number
2026060972
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 9
(DOT)
Document Title
Southern Inyo Wind Warning Systems
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/22/2026
Document Description
The purpose of this project is to provide real time information to the traveling public and to assist Caltrans Maintenance forces in proactively managing high wind events. Wind warning signs are needed at multiple locations in Inyo and Kern counties to provide notice to the traveling public. Wind events can create an increased risk of “blow overs” to high-profile vehicles including RVs, Semi-trucks, and trailers.
Contact Information
Name
Kristopher Bason
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Cities
Pearsonville, Coso Junction, Grant, Lone Pine, Fort Independence
Counties
Inyo, Kern
Regions
Northern California, Southern California
State Highways
395
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301 Class 1(f)
Reasons for Exemption
The project aims to implement safety devices to existing facilities, and all work will be conducted on disturbed areas within Caltrans right-of-way. The proposed project will not impact any known environmental resources. No exceptions to Categorical Exemptions apply.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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