California Aqueduct Emergency Evacuation Gate Protection Road Grading and Tree and Vegetation Removal
Summary
SCH Number
2022100535
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
California Aqueduct Emergency Evacuation Gate Protection Road Grading and Tree and Vegetation Removal
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/25/2022
Document Description
The Arroyo Pasajero gabion weir basin, the areas between the gabion weir extensions, and an area north of the rubber dam will have vegetation and debris removed and will be graded to maintain flood conveyance capacity. The existing access road on the perimeter of the weir leading to the staff and stream gages will be expanded up to an additional 50 feet during grading. Trees and shrubs between the weir extensions and those within the boundary of the widened road will be removed to prevent vegetation from uprooting during high flows and obstructing the California Aqueduct emergency evacuation gates during flooding. Tree logs and debris will be piled beside an existing spoil area located about 1200 feet west of the gabion weir.
Vegetation and tree removal is needed to maintain flood conveyance capacity, to allow a clear view of the stream and staff gages, and to ensure clear access during emergency evacuation gate maintenance and operation.
Contact Information
Name
Jake Grace
Agency Name
California Department of Water Resources
Job Title
Planner/Scheduler
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
Fresno
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
Approximately 3 miles southeast of the City of Huron in Fresno County.
Waterways
California Aqueduct
Other Location Info
The project site is located on the right side of the California Aqueduct in Reach 7 at milepost 158.45; the gabion weir and emergency evacuation gates are in the Arroyo Pasajero Westside Detention Basin at Gale Avenue.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Categorical Exemption 15304, Minor Alterations to Land
Reasons for Exemption
Although, trees and other vegetation will be removed, the trees are not considered scenic and are not designated as Fresno County landmark trees. Work consists of minor alterations in the condition of land and vegetation, and no healthy, scenic, mature trees will be impacted. Categorical Exemption 15304, Minor Alterations to Land applies.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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