Rancho Temescal Diversion Pumps
Summary
SCH Number
2010018110
Public Agency
Fish & Game #5
Document Title
Rancho Temescal Diversion Pumps
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/11/2010
Document Description
The Applicant intends to alter the streambed by operating two surface water diversion pumps. Each pump consists of a diesel operated pump with spark arrestor, placed in a secondary containment "spillguard" berm, an intake (fish-friendly) screen, plastic suction hose and aluminum discharge piping. The screen has opening of 2.0 millimeter and the screen dace has an approach velocity of less than 0.33 feet per second. The sprillguard berm and pump are always located outside of the water covered portions of the creek. Pump #1 is located upstream of the confluence of the Lime Canyon and Pump #2 is located downstream at a diversion pond operated by Piru Mutual Water Company. Both pumps are moved to accommodate the seasonal flows released from the upstream Lake Piru reservoir. Each pump is capable of diverting 1,000 gallons per minute. Water is stored temporarily in holding tanks, which are located outside of the creek. The Applicant hold Riparian Water Rights under the State Water Resources Control Board (recognized by Statement Numbers SO15514 and SO15515).
Contact Information
Name
Jeff Humble
Agency Name
California Department of Fish and Game
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Ventura
Other Location Info
Piru Creek
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15304
Reasons for Exemption
Class 4 consists of minor public, or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees except for forestry and agricultural purposes.
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