LPPP Replace Conduit Runs for Discharge Line Blockhouse
Summary
SCH Number
2025040817
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
LPPP Replace Conduit Runs for Discharge Line Blockhouse
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/16/2025
Document Description
San Joaquin Field Division plans to install an above ground steel conduit raceway from the LPPP discharge line blockhouse to the underground conduit line downhill near LPPP. The new 170-foot above ground raceway would replace the existing underground raceway, which would be abandoned in place.
To do this work, 2-feet deep 8-inch diameter post holes will be excavated by hand every 10 to 20 feet. Once post holes are dug, prefabricated conduit racks will be installed. After the racks are installed, 2 2-inch diameter galvanized steel conduit lines will be attached to the racks. The new conduit lines will be around 1 foot off the ground. After the raceway is installed, tie end points will be excavated using a water vacuum truck. New wires will be pulled through the new conduit lines and connected to existing underground wires. After the wires have been tested, both tie in points will be buried.
Work is expected to take 30 days to complete. All work will be completed within the DWR right of way. This work is necessary to replace the existing underground raceway which is deteriorating due to age.
Contact Information
Name
Elizabeth Maldonado
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources, San Joaquin Field Division
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Avenal
Counties
Kings
Regions
Unincorporated
Other Location Info
Start of Raceway (Near LPPP): 119°54'30"W 35°50'36"N
Midpoint of Raceway: 119°54'29"W 35°50'34"N
End of Raceway (Near Blockhouse): 119°54'29"W 35°50'33"N
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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