Bethany Dams Low-level Outlet HPU System Refurbishment (OM-DFD-2023-009)
Summary
SCH Number
2023020068
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
Bethany Dams Low-level Outlet HPU System Refurbishment (OM-DFD-2023-009)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
2/2/2023
Document Description
DWR Staff will refurbish the Hydraulic Pump Unit (HPU) System for the 48-inch butterfly valve (BFV) associated with the Bethany Forebay Dam outlet works. Various mechanical components will be replaced/repaired inside the control building, within outlet works tunnel, & at the above ground pipe manifold within the fenced maintenance area. This will restore the proper operating condition of the HPU System to safely exercise the 48-inch BFV on an annual basis as required by Division of Safety of Dams & will ensure the ability to dewater the reservoir during an emergency. All equipment and work are within the DWR right of way.
Contact Information
Name
Janine Beck
Agency Name
California Department of Water Resources
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Name
Sara Paiva-Lowry
Agency Name
California Department of Water Resources
Job Title
Environmental Program Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Livermore
Counties
Alameda
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
Christensen Road and Kelso Road
Other Location Info
Bethany Reservoir
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, Existing Facilities, Section No. 15301(b)
Reasons for Exemption
The State Water Project provides significant and critical services to many Californians. This project is exempt because it involves routine maintenance activities. This project will not result in impacts to special status species or habitat. The Categorical Exemption Class 1 will be used for CEQA compliance as this activity will be implemented without any environmental impacts.
County Clerk
Alameda
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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