2019-MP 133.0R to MP 133.65R Tree trimming
Summary
SCH Number
2019088114
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
2019-MP 133.0R to MP 133.65R Tree trimming
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
8/28/2019
Document Description
SLFD will direct the California Conservation Corps (CCC) to trim mesquite trees using motorized hand tools. Branches will be cut no more than 6 feet back away from the toe road. The vegetation will be cut and piled between the mesquite thickets. State Water Project users will benefit.
Contact Information
Name
Brandon Silva
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Agency Name
California Department of Water Resources
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Location
Cities
Cantua Creek
Counties
Fresno
Other Location Info
Tree trimming will occur north of the Cantua Creek Drain Inlet to Check 17 on the right side (R) of the California Aqueduct (Aqueduct) approximately 3.75 miles south-southeast of the City of Cantua Creek, in Fresno County.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301
Reasons for Exemption
This project involves trimming of trees at an existing facility. It will not result in impacts to special status species or habitat. Because this activity can be implemented without any significant environmental impacts, Categorical Exemption 15301 (h) (Existing Facilities- Maintenance of existing landscaping, native growth, and water supply reservoirs) will be used for CEQA compliance.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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