Reservoir Repairs - PDM Grant Applications
Summary
SCH Number
2005088186
Public Agency
Western Municipal Water District
Document Title
Reservoir Repairs - PDM Grant Applications
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
8/12/2005
Document Description
The PDM Grant Appications will provide funds necessary to reconfigure certain existing above-ground piping to prevent breakage during a seismic event. The addition of flexible joints to the new piping will increase reliability during an event and mitigate potential leakage and breakage. A new inlet and outlet piping will also be fitted with above-ground flexible joints that will allow motion of the piping and tank during an earthquake without damage. The mitigation project outlined in the PDM Grant Applications proposes to reroute the oveflow piping will not be directly connected to in-ground piping, but will be designed with a drain catch located below the end of the overflow pipe. This action will not increase capacity or alter the purpose of any of the District's facilities. The addition of flexible joints and the rerouting of the overflow piping will benefit the entire service area of the District by providing a more reliable source of water and preventing intermittent or permanent water service interruption during emergencies.
Contact Information
Name
Jeff Sims
Agency Name
Western Municipal Water District
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Riverside
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Clas 1 and Class 2
Reasons for Exemption
This activity is exempt pursuant to Class 1 because it only involves minor repairs and alterations to existing structures. No expansion of capacity is anticipated or planned. This activity is also exempt pursuant to Class 2 because it provides funds for the replacement and reconstruction of existing facilities. The addition of flexible joints and the rerouting of the overflow piping constitute a minor alteration designed to mitigate leakage and breakage in the case of a seismic event. The purpose and capacity of the facilities will remain substantially the same.
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