WRPP Bench Roads Repairs
Summary
SCH Number
2022070249
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
WRPP Bench Roads Repairs
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/14/2022
Document Description
DWR SJFD staff plans to remove vegetation, repair drains, repair erosions, and re-grade 8.2 miles of bench roads surrounding the Wheeler Ridge Pumping Plant (WRPP). A spray rig will be used to remove vegetation. Drains would be replaced by hand. A backhoe will be used to repair erosions. A motor grader will be used to grade roads. A water truck will be used to control dust. Staging will take place at the WRPP. All work will take place within DWR's right of way. This work is necessary to maintain and safely access bench roads.
Contact Information
Name
Elizabeth Maldonado
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources, San Joaquin Field Division
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Mettler
Counties
Kern
Regions
Countywide
Cross Streets
Wheeler Ridge Access Rd
Other Location Info
Bench roads are located around Wheeler Ridge Pumping Plant (also known as Teerink Pumping Plant) at 35°01'54.8"N, 119°00'26.9"W off of Wheeler Ridge Access Rd.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301 (b)
Reasons for Exemption
This project consists of maintenance activities that support the function of the California Aqueduct and water delivery within the State Water Project.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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