10-1T770 MER-5 and STA-99 Electrical Upgrades
Summary
SCH Number
2025050257
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 10
(DOT)
Document Title
10-1T770 MER-5 and STA-99 Electrical Upgrades
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/7/2025
Document Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) proposes to upgrade the existing conductors and Light-emitting diode (LED) luminaries at eight (8) locations along State Route (SR) 99 at Postmile (PM) 15.67, 15.76,15.77, 15.850, 15.86,16.8,16.82 in Stanislaus County and Interstate(I) 5 at PM 17.58 in Merced County. The scope of work includes replacing all existing signal heads, existing conductors, and all LED luminaries at all 8 on/off ramps. All work will be done within Caltrans Right of Way. The purpose of the project is to ensure all electrical equipment is upgraded to the new standard. The project is needed to enhance safety and operational efficiency in Merced and Stanislaus counties.
Contact Information
Name
Maria Garcia Lopez
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Environmental Scientist Generalist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Los Banos, Modesto
Counties
Merced, Stanislaus
Regions
Northern California
State Highways
State Route (SR) 99, I-5
Other Location Info
Eight (8) locations along State Route (SR) 99 at Postmile (PM) 15.67, 15.76,15.77, 15.850, 15.86,16.8,16.82 in Stanislaus County and Interstate(I) 5 at PM 17.58 in Merced County.
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 Clerks
Merced, Stanislaus
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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