Monte Vista Tank Rehabilitation and Communications Improvement Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025010830
Public Agency
El Dorado Irrigation District
Document Title
Monte Vista Tank Rehabilitation and Communications Improvement Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/27/2025
Document Description
The El Dorado Irrigation District (District) proposes to rehabilitate an existing 100,000-gallon drinking water storage tank, install booster pump and batteries, remove and relocate communications equipment from the top of the tank, and construct an antenna tower adjacent to the tank. Portions of the existing tank have experienced degradation of the structural steel causing bulging and leaks in some localized areas and are need of rehabilitation. The District will repair the structural steel and install a water tight bladder system within the tank and paint exposed surfaces to match the existing coatings on the tank. Also, the existing communications antenna that is currently mounted to the tank will be relocated to a 30-ft. free-standing antenna structure. The booster pump, batteries, and antenna structure will be placed on a 5-ft. X 8-ft. concrete pad adjacent to the existing tank in a previously disturbed area. The location of the antenna will provide a clear line of site for remote communications equipment connected to the tank. The Project will involve using welding and metal cutting equipment to remove the damaged steel sections of the tank and installation of new structural components. A small crane or mechanical lift would be used to install the interior bladder into the tank. A mini-excavator and concrete hopper will be used to construct a concrete pad to install the new antenna tower, installation of a new exterior control panel for level transducer and solar panel. Construction equipment and materials will be staged onsite within previously disturbed areas. All construction activities will occur within the existing Monte Vista facility. Any construction debris that is removed from the Project area will be disposed of in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. The rehabilitation of the tank and communications improvements will not increase or expand drinking water treatment capacity. Work activities would occur during normal business hours Monday through Friday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Project activities are scheduled to begin in January 2025 and will be completed by June 2025.
The El Dorado Irrigation District (District) proposes to rehabilitate an existing 100,000-gallon drinking water storage tank, remove and relocate communications equipment from the top of the tank, and construct a small antenna tower adjacent to the tank. Portions of the existing tank have experienced degradation of the structural steel causing bulging and leaks in some localized areas and are need of rehabilitation. The District will repair the structural steel and install a water tight bladder system within the tank. Also, a 30-foot antenna structure would be placed in a concrete footing installed adjacent to the existing tank in a previously disturbed area to allow for clear line of site for remote communications equipment for the tank. The Project will involve using welding and metal cutting equipment to remove the damaged steel sections of the tank and installation of new structural components. A small crane or mechanical lift to install the interior bladder of the tank. A mini excavator and concrete hopper will be used to construct a concrete pad to install the new antenna tower. Construction equipment and materials will be staged onsite within previously disturbed areas. All construction activities will occur within close proximity to the existing Monte Vista facility. Any construction debris that is removed from the Project area will be disposed of in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. The rehabilitation of the tank and communications improvements will not increase or expand drinking water treatment capacity. Work activities would occur during normal business hours Monday through Friday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Project construction will begin in January 2025 and will be completed by June 2025.
Contact Information
Name
Michael C. Baron
Agency Name
El Dorado Irrigation District
Job Title
Environmental Review Analyst
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Pilot Hill (Unincorporated)
Counties
El Dorado
Regions
Countywide
Zip
95664
Total Acres
0.23
Parcel #
104-060-015
State Highways
0
Railways
0
Airports
0
Schools
0
Waterways
South Fork American River
Township
11N
Range
8E
Section
36
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1 - Existing Facilities (CCR, Title 14, Sec. 15301)
Reasons for Exemption
The project consists of the rehabilitation of an existing water storage tank and upgrading communications and associated equipment located at the existing Monte Vista Water Storage Tank and involves no expansion of existing or former use. None of the applicable exceptions to this exemption, as identified under CCR, Title 14 section 15300.2, are valid for this project, including location in an area of critical concern, significant effect due to unusual circumstances, scenic highways, hazardous waste sites, cumulative effect, and historical resources.
County Clerk
El Dorado
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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