Lytle Creek and Cajon Creek - 2026 El Nino Emergency Road Preparedness
Summary
SCH Number
2026090742
Public Agency
San Bernardino County
Document Title
Lytle Creek and Cajon Creek - 2026 El Nino Emergency Road Preparedness
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/17/2026
Document Description
In preparation for anticipated El Nino storm events the project description includes but is not limited to, preventative measures such as placement of k-rail or other protective measures; removal of sediment, debris, and other obstructions; repair, replacement, or restoration of culverts, roadway surfaces, guardrails, roadway embankments, erosion protections, and appurtenant structures; stabilization and repair of eroded or scoured areas; and other associated activities necessary to manage drainage conveyance, protect infrastructure, and maintain or restore safe roadway conditions. Activities may occur as necessary before, during, or following storm events based on site conditions.
Contact Information
Name
Arlene Chun
Agency Name
San Bernardino County Department of Public Works
Job Title
Engineering Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Lacy Blackwell
Agency Name
San Bernardino County Department of Public Works
Job Title
Public Service Employee
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Zachariah Smith
Agency Name
San Bernardino County Department of Public Works
Job Title
Planner III
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
unincorporated community of Devore
Counties
San Bernardino
Regions
Southern California, Unincorporated
Other Location Info
The project is located at roadway crossing of Cajon Creek at Institution Road and Keenbrook Road, and Lytle Creek at Glen Helen Parkway and Sycamore Drive, as well as various locations along Lytle Creek Road adjacent to Lytle Creek.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Emergency Project
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c)
Reasons for Exemption
Section 15269(b) of the CEQA Guidelines allows for emergency repairs to publicly or privately owned facilities essential to public health, safety, or welfare; even those that require a reasonable amount of planning to address an anticipated emergency. Section 15269(c) exempts specific actions necessary to prevent or mitigate an emergency to maintain, repair, or restore an existing highway damaged by flood or other disaster.
County Clerk
San Bernardino
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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