Cloverdale Bluffs Geotechnical Investigation
Summary
SCH Number
2026090822
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Cloverdale Bluffs Geotechnical Investigation
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/18/2026
Document Description
Project proposes to conduct geotechnical investigations along the planned Cloverdale Bluffs Coastal Trail alignment at Pigeon Point Lighthouse State Historic Park to identify and assess soil conditions for the purpose of installing bridge footings. At three (3) locations along the proposed alignment, work will use a standard truck- or track-mounted drill rig equipped with a 6-inch diameter solid stem auger to complete an approximately 30-foot-deep boring on each side of the proposed alignment, for a total of six (6) borings. Upon completion, each boring will be backfilled with native soil.
Contact Information
Name
Linda Hitchcock
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Job Title
Senior Park and Recreation Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Unincorporated Areas (San Mateo County)
Counties
San Mateo
Regions
Northern California, Unincorporated
Cross Streets
Pigeon Point Road, Gazos Creek Road, Highway One
Zip
94060
State Highways
Highway 1
Other Location Info
Pigeon Point Lighthouse State Historic Park
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15306
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of basic data collection, research, and resource evaluation activities which do not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource and is included as "Soils and structural engineering tests" in the Department of Parks and Recreation's list of exempt activities in accordance with CCR §15300.4.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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