Application of BMPs to Reduce Runoff from Irrigated Agriculture
Summary
SCH Number
2006038484
Public Agency
Contra Costa Resource Conservation District
(CCRCD)
Document Title
Application of BMPs to Reduce Runoff from Irrigated Agriculture
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/22/2006
Document Description
The project consists of converting from furrow irrigation to tomatoes to drip irrigation of tomatoes at five parcels ranging from 29 acres to 144 acres. A system of 6-inch diameter aluminum pipe, 6-inch diameter plastic pipe, and 5/8-inch plastic drip tape will be assembled on the land surface to deliver water to the crops. The aluminum pipe will be connected to existing pump systems.
Contact Information
Name
Mark Lane
Agency Name
Contra Costa Resource Conservation District
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Brentwood
Counties
Contra Costa
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15304
Reasons for Exemption
The project consists of replacing conventional furrow irrigation practices with water efficient drip irrigation systems. Some minor trenching in previously excavated (farmed) land with backfilling of existing soil may occur.
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