Notice of Exemption for the Sites Reservoir Geologic Fault Exploration
Summary
SCH Number
2000068178
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
Notice of Exemption for the Sites Reservoir Geologic Fault Exploration
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/20/2000
Document Description
The proposed project involves temporary excavation of four 100 foot long trenches and up to four 4 foot diameter test pits. Depths of trenches and test pits will be to bedrock (estimated 3 to 10 feet). Trenches and test pits will be constructed using a backhoe. Topsoil will be stockpiled separately. Trenches will be open for approximately 2 to 3 weeks during the day and covered with plywood sheets at night. Test pits will be open for less than 48 hours. The excavation sites will be fenced to prevent livestock from entering the excavated area. All CAL OSHA safety guidelines regarding trench safety will be adhered to. After 2 to 3 weeks of geologic investigations the trenches will be filled. The stockpiled topsoil will be dressed over the backfilled trench. Fences and plywood covers will be removed and the surface elevation restored to pre-excavation levels. These geologic investigations will take place in June and July, 2000.
Contact Information
Name
Dave Bogener
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Glenn
Other Location Info
3 trenches and 1 test pit at T 18N, R 4W, northeast 1/4 of the northeast 1/4 of section 7; 1 trench and 1 test pit at T 18N, R4W, southeast 1/4 of the southeast 1/4 of section 7; 1 test pit at T18N, R4W, northwest 1/3 of the northwest 1/4 of section 8; 1 test pit at T18N, R 4W, southwest 1/4 of the northeast 1/4 of section 8.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Sections 15306, 15304
Reasons for Exemption
Basic data collection, research, experimental management, and resource evaluation activities, which do not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource. Minor trenching and backfilling where the surface of the land is restored and the project does not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees.
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