Chapter 1 - Caltrans - State of California

) Does the project include recreational facilities or
require the construction or expansion of recreational
facilities which might have an adverse physical effect on
the environment?
15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC - Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic which is substantial in
relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of the
street system (i.e., result in a substantial increase in
either the number of vehicle trips, the volume to
capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at intersections)?
Potentially
significant
impact
Less than
significant
impact
with
mitigation
Appendix A CEQA Checklist
Less than
significant
impact
The proposed project would improve the circulation within the project corridor. The proposed project
would not result increase the existing traffic load or impact local intersections. No impacts are
anticipated.
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level of
service standard established by the county congestion
management agency for designated roads or
highways?
The proposed project would improve the LOS to the mainline U.S. 101 and intersections within the
project corridor. No impacts are anticipated.
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including
either an increase in traffic levels or a change in
location that results in substantial safety risks?
No public or private airports are within the project area. No impacts are anticipated.
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design
feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections)
or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)?
No
Impacts
The proposed project would improve some non standard features. The proposed project would improve
the on and off ramps at La Conchita and Mussel Shoals. The proposed project would also close the
medians at La Conchita, Mussel Shoals and at Tank Farm. No impacts are anticipated
e) Result in inadequate emergency access? X
There may be temporary impacts to emergency access during construction. The TMP would reduce
impacts by coordination with the emergency agencies. Due to the temporary nature of the impacts they
will be considered less than significant.
f) Result in inadequate parking capacity? X
The project may result in a loss of available parking at the Cliff House Inn; however, the owner would be
compensated for any loss of parking on private property the owner.
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or programs
supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)?
The proposed project would not conflict with adopted policies, plans or programs supporting alternative
transportation. No impacts are anticipated.
16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS - Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the
applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board?
The proposed project is a transportation project. The proposed project would not require a wastewater
facility. No impacts are anticipated.
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