HUM-96 PM 26.51 - Repair Culvert (01-0R001)
Summary
SCH Number
2026071147
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 1
(DOT)
Document Title
HUM-96 PM 26.51 - Repair Culvert (01-0R001)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/29/2026
Document Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is proposing emergency repairs to State Route (SR) 96 at post mile (PM) 26.51 in Humboldt County. During December 2025, heavy winter rains and drainage failure caused a sinkhole to develop that undermined the highway shoulder and damaged the embankment and pavement structural section. Repairs will include installation of a new culvert and cutoff wall below the existing concrete apron to keep water from traveling below the existing concrete pad. The purpose of the project is to repair the failed drainage system and roadway facilities. The project is needed to restore the traveled way and protect the public from imminent safety hazards.
Contact Information
Name
Jeffrey Jahn
Agency Name
California Department of Transportation
Job Title
Environmental Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Unincorporated area
Counties
Humboldt
Regions
Northern California
State Highways
State Highway 96 post mile 26.51
Other Location Info
Unincorporated area
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Statutory Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 21080(b)(2);15269(b)
Reasons for Exemption
The project is an emergency project essential to maintain, repair, or restore property and public services.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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