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Design Information
Current Engineering Design projects include only those projects that are programmed and funded through various Federal and State programs. Additional projects may be listed under the Parks and Recreation, Airports or Facility Maintenance Divisions of the Department of Public Works.
The projects are grouped into three categories: Capital Improvements, Bridge Projects, and Disaster Relief.
Most projects are divided into three or more phases: Preliminary Design and Environmental Review; Right of Way Acquisition; and the Construction Phase. Each phase requires separate funding requests and authorizations, usually with oversight by the Caltrans Local Assistance Engineers.
All projects require some form of environmental review which, depending on the complexity, location, or anticipated impacts, may take years to complete. Simple projects, such as routine maintenance, can be “categorically exempt” from detailed review. However, all environmental reviews permit some level of community involvement and oversight.
Right of Way (ROW) phase: If the proposed activity takes place entirely within the existing road right of way, the ROW phase may be expedited. However, if the proposed construction involves some form of ROW acquisition, then formal procedures and regulations exist which impact the cost and timing of project completion.
Contracting procedures follow federal, state regulations, and County guidelines, depending on the funding sources (see Contracting Information). Most projects are done “in-house” by the Engineering Design Section though structural and geotechnical engineering consultants are often hired for bridge projects. In most cases, plans and specifications are based on Caltrans Standard Specifications and Standard Plans (2010 or latest edition).
If you have questions about a specific project, please contact us.
Contact Us
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TonySeghetti
Deputy Director Engineering
Email
1106 Second Street
Eureka, CA 95501
Ph: 707-445-7377
Fx: 707 445-7409
Design Team
Robert Burnett
Associate Engineer
(707) 445-7377
Jeff Bell
Associate Civil Engineer
Jill Tilles
Associate Civil Engineer
Brandy Mincks
Senior Engineering Tech