MER-99 Install Median Barrier
Summary
SCH Number
2021120611
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 10
(DOT)
Document Title
MER-99 Install Median Barrier
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/29/2021
Document Description
This project proposes to install a High-tension Cable Barrier with Emergency Vehicle Passageways all within the Right-of-Way on State Route 99 from PM 0.38 to PM R12.73 in Merced County. Currently, there is an unpaved standard median along this six-lane freeway segment, with a three-beam barrier north of the segment, and a concrete barrier to the south of the segment.
The purpose of the project is to reduce the number and severity of cross median collisions. A pattern of cross median collisions has been identified, due to out of control vehicles crossing the median and colliding with opposing vehicles. During a five-year period, 12 cross median collisions occurred between PM 0.38 and R12.73. Additionally, Emergency Passageways are needed within the median for emergency responders.
Contact Information
Name
John Thomas
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Senior Environmental Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Merced
Counties
Merced
Regions
Northern California
State Highways
SR-99
Other Location Info
0.378 miles north of Madera/Merced County line to just north of the Mission Avenue interchange. Post Miles: 0.378/12.73
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1
Reasons for Exemption
The project is exempt because work is on an existing highway with no new right-of-way acquisition.
County Clerk
Merced
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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