Archaeological Testing for Lower Topanga Berm Removal
Summary
SCH Number
2005098167
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Archaeological Testing for Lower Topanga Berm Removal
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/13/2005
Document Description
The project will undertake subsurface archaeological testing near the area known as the Rodeo grounds. In order to determine the presence or absence of buried cultural deposits, between five and ten trenches of 30-40 feet in length and 5 feet deep will be dug in various areas within/near the Rodeo Grounds. Trenches may be widened if cultural deposits are discovered. The trenches will be backfilled after the examination is complete.
Contact Information
Name
Tina Robinson
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
Los Angeles
Other Location Info
Topanga State Park
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15306
Reasons for Exemption
No potential for significant impacts to the environment is anticipated.
An archaeologist will ensure avoidance of significant impacts to cultural resources.
Project will not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource.
The drip zone of native trees shall be avoided and no native tree roots larger than 2" shall be severed. Any trenches deeper than 4' shall be shored and no open trenches shall be left overnight. Additionally, every effort shall be made so as to not block or restrict access to existing residents.
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