Twain Sinkhole

Summary

SCH Number
2019038616
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 2 (DOT)
Document Title
Twain Sinkhole
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/26/2019
Document Description
a sinkhole has developed in the eastbound lane on this two lane highway. The sinking continues to progress dropping 3-5" per day and rapidly expanding in size, currently into the westbound lane. Caltrans proposes to reconstruct the roadway to a depth of five feet.

Contact Information

Name
Emiliano Pro
Agency Name
Caltrans District 2
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency

Name
Agency Name
Caltrans
Contact Types
Project Applicant

Location

Counties
Plumas
Cross Streets
In Plumas county on State Route 70 at post mile 27.0 near the location of Twain.

Notice of Exemption

Exempt Status
Emergency Project
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c)
Reasons for Exemption
The road is at risk of failure and with continued growth of the observed sinkhole. A Director's Order has been issued to implement emergency repairs.

Attachments

Notice of Exemption

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