Repair of Failed Primary Girder by Pearson Marine Fuels at Shelter Island
Summary
SCH Number
2025050042
Public Agency
San Diego Unified Port District
Document Title
Repair of Failed Primary Girder by Pearson Marine Fuels at Shelter Island
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/1/2025
Document Description
The proposed project would involve the repair of the primary girder under the floating fuel dock at Pearson Marine Fuels, Inc. (Applicant) in the city of San Diego, California. Due to the significant decay observed in the primary girder, reinforcement of the structure would be necessary to restore structural integrity of the dock and ensure safety in its continued use. Work to specifically complete the proposed project would include the installation of two (2) steel beams on either side of the failed girder under existing deck stringers, supported by new pile clamps that would attach to existing concrete piles at two (2) pile locations. At each pile location, the steel beams would be stacked on top of the pile clamp; the bottom beam would be approximately two (2) feet in length, and the top beam would approximately run the length of the failed girder.
Beams would be installed utilizing a barge-mounted crane and fastening systems to maneuver and secure into position. Access under the floating fuel dock would be achieved using small work floats, with no installation of any structures into the water below. Installation of the new beams would not result in the addition of fill or overwater coverage. The laydown area for equipment and materials would be located on the dock deck and adjacent to the work area; no additional structural support would be needed for the dock area to accommodate laydown and construction activities. Construction of the proposed project is anticipated to occur around May 2025, and would take approximately two (2) days to complete. A construction crew of approximately five (5) personnel would be required throughout the duration of the proposed project.
Due to its nature and limited scope, construction of the proposed project would generate a minor amount of vehicle trips and would require limited use of equipment. Therefore, impacts related to air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and transportation and traffic are not anticipated to occur. Furthermore, the Applicant would be responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding construction demolition debris, hazards and hazardous materials, and stormwater.
Contact Information
Name
Ted Griffith
Agency Name
Pearson Marine Fuels, Inc.
Job Title
President
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Name
Davin Cox
Agency Name
San Diego Unified Port District
Job Title
Assistant Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
San Diego
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Other Location Info
2435 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1); Section 15303 (Class 3)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and Sections 3.a. and 3.c. of the District’s Guidelines for Compliance with CEQA because it would consist of the installation of new metal beams to reinforce the existing girder that would involve no expansion of use beyond that previously existing, would not result in a significant cumulative impact due to the continuation of the existing use, and would consist of the installation of small new equipment in small structures. Section 3.a. and 3.c. of the District’s CEQA Guidelines are as follows:
3.a. Existing Facilities: Includes operation, repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that previously existing, including but not limited to:
(1) Repair, maintenance or minor alteration of existing mooring facilities, floats, piers, piles, wharves, bulkhead, revetment, buoys, or similar structures; marine terminal facilities; airport facilities; and commercial industrial, or recreational facilities.
(9) Restoration or rehabilitation of deteriorated or damaged structures, facilities or mechanical equipment to meet current standards of public health and safety or permit requirements, unless it is determined that the damage was substantial and resulted from an environmental hazard such as earthquake, landslide, or flood.
AND/OR
3.c. New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures: Includes construction of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and conversion of existing small structures from one use to another with minor modifications to the exterior of the structure. Examples of this exemption include:
(2) Accessory (appurtenant) structures and mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, garages, sheds, railway spur tracks, pilings, temporary trailers, industrial equipment enclosures, fences, parking, on-site roadways, walkways and health and safety devices.
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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