Sonoma 12 El Verano Safety Improvements Project (EA 04-3Y710)
Summary
SCH Number
2025030905
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 4
(DOT)
Document Title
Sonoma 12 El Verano Safety Improvements Project (EA 04-3Y710)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/21/2025
Document Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is proposing an exclusive left-turn lane on WB Verano Ave to enhance pedestrian, motorist, and bicyclist safety at the SR-12/Verano Ave intersection. This will improve traffic safety and nighttime visibility, reducing the potential and severity of collisions.
Contact Information
Name
Brian Gassner
Agency Name
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), District 4
Job Title
Environmental Branch Chief
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Sonoma
Counties
Sonoma
Regions
Citywide, San Francisco Bay Area
Zip
95476
State Highways
State Route (SR) 12
Schools
El Verano Elementary School
Waterways
Sonoma Creek, Agua Caliente Creek
Other Location Info
PM 35.75 coordinates: 38°18'16.2"N 122°28'38.5"W
PM 36.10 coordinates: 38°18'4.1"N 122°28'29.6"W
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, Section 15301
Reasons for Exemption
Caltrans environmental analysis staff determined this project qualified for a Class 1 exemption. After review of the project plans and current environmental databases/additions, the project will have no effect on the environment and endangered species.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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