The Project would replace the existing wet well, pumps, piping, valves and other mechanical equipment with similar newer equipment. The project would also add an underground emergency overflow storage facility. All replacements and the emergency overflow will be within the footprint of existing fenced site.
The pump station is located at the north end of the City, next to the railroad tracks and adjacent to the San Elijo Lagoon, which is accessed from an existing gated dirt access road beginning at north end of Rios Ave.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
S: 15301(b), 15302(c)
Reasons for Exemption
The Project meets all of the required criteria under CEQA Guidelines 15301(b) and 15302(c): the Project does not involve an expansion of use beyond that which currently exists as the site; the replacement of equipment and structures will occur on the same site/footprint as the existing structures and equipment; the facility will have the same purpose and capacity as that which is being replaced/upgraded.
