Carson Pass GAZEX Avalanche Control System Upgrades
Summary
SCH Number
2025041345
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 10
(DOT)
Document Title
Carson Pass GAZEX Avalanche Control System Upgrades
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/29/2025
Document Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) proposes a field maintenance
project to upgrade the existing GAZEX avalanche control system on Carson Pass. The project location is within Alpine County, off State Route 88 (SR-88) at Post Mile (PM)
R5.228. The scope of work consists of replacing eight exploders and five shelters inkind. As well as replacing the remote-control systems, plumbing, gas supply lines, and solar charging equipment associated with this system. The purpose of the project is to upgrade the existing GAZEX avalanche control system at Carson Pass. The project is needed to ensure that the existing GAZEX avalanche control system meets current functional standards for the safety of the traveling public.
Contact Information
Name
Maria Garcia Lopez
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Environmental Scientist Generalist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Kirkwood
Counties
Alpine
Regions
Northern California
State Highways
State Route (SR) 88
Other Location Info
Post Mile (PM)
R5.228.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, Section 15301 Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The project will not affect any sensitive species or their habitat, cultural resources,
scenic resources, or any other environmentally sensitive resources.
County Clerk
Alpine
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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