North Tahoe Recreation Access Plan-Ward Creek Trailhead Maintenance & Improvements
Summary
SCH Number
2026070223
Public Agency
Placer County
Document Title
North Tahoe Recreation Access Plan-Ward Creek Trailhead Maintenance & Improvements
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/7/2026
Document Description
The proposed project consists of paving (13) existing dirt parking stalls to provide all-weather surfaces & stabilize eroding soils; construct erosion control features to convey & treat runoff to improve water quality; install existing & new rock barricades to prevent vehicles from parking off limits of paved surfaces to protect native vegetation & habitats; install informational kiosk to promote responsible trail use & environmental stewardship; & provide year-round access.
Contact Information
Name
Tim Boyer
Agency Name
Placer County Public Works
Job Title
Junior Engineer
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
unincorporated near Tahoe City
Counties
Placer
Regions
Unincorporated
Other Location Info
Ward Creek Blvd aprox. 2.5 miles west of SR89
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, Section 15301 (c) & (d)
Reasons for Exemption
The project consists of maintenance, rehabilitation, & minor alteration of existing public facilities with no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of determination and for the purpose of public access and environmental improvements. No vegetation removal will occur as a result of the project.
County Clerk
Placer
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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