Water Valve and Pipe Replacements at National City Marine Terminal by San Diego Unified Port District
Summary
SCH Number
2025090806
Public Agency
San Diego Unified Port District
Document Title
Water Valve and Pipe Replacements at National City Marine Terminal by San Diego Unified Port District
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/18/2025
Document Description
The proposed project would involve the repair and replacement of water valves and water pipe segments in the National City Marine Terminal (NCMT) to address water leaks and inoperable valves by the San Diego Unified Port District (District) in the city of National City, California. Work to specifically complete the proposed project would involve replacement of the following:
• Approximately three (3) main water valves (two 12-inch, one 10-inch);
• Approximately three (3) bypass valves (2-inch);
• Approximately 10 feet of main water pipe connecting segments;
• Associated main valve stems, risers, valve wells and caps; and
• Ongoing maintenance as needed.
The project would require the excavation of approximately 300 square feet of asphalt paving, which would be backfilled with clean soil (utilizing in-situ excavated materials to the maximum extent practical) and repaved with asphalt concrete. Partial closure of drive lanes within NCMT would be required during construction activities. Excavated areas would be covered with steel plates when construction activities are not being performed.
The existing main water pipes are made of asbestos-concrete pipe, so a specialty contractor would dispose of the pipe sections in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The replacement pipes would be made of alternative materials.
Equipment required for construction would include a concrete saw, excavator, backhoe loader, dump truck, asphalt mill, paver, vibratory roller and associated equipment. There would be a staging area (approximately 30 feet by 30 feet) adjacent to the construction area within NCMT. Construction would start in approximately Winter 2025 and take approximately two (2) months to complete.
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 District 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
Shawn Ryan
Agency Name
San Diego Unified Port District
Job Title
Capital Project Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
National City
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Other Location Info
National City Marine Terminal, 2410 Terminal Ave, National City, CA 91950
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (Class 1) and 15302 (Class 2)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) and Sections 3.a.(7) and 3.b.(2) of the District’s Guidelines for Compliance with CEQA because it would be for the repair and replacement of water valves and water pipe segments which 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, would consist of the replacement of an existing facility, would be located on the same site as the structure replaced, and would have substantially the same purpose and capacity. The District has determined none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to this project (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2). Sections 3.a.(7) and 3.b.(2) of the District’s CEQA Guidelines are as follows:
3.a. Existing Facilities (SG § 15301) (Class 1): 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:
(7) Existing facilities used to provide electric power, natural gas, sewerage, or other public utility service.
AND/OR
3.b. Replacement or Reconstruction (SG § 15302) (Class 2): Includes replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure being replaced. This exemption includes, but is not limited to:
(2) Replacement or reconstruction of marine terminal facilities, and marine-oriented commercial, industrial, and public and commercial recreational facilities, including buildings, piers, piles, wharves, marine ways; railroads; airport facilities, runways, taxiways, aprons, and ancillary structures to those facilities; electrical and mechanical systems and equipment; where the new structure will be on essentially the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced.
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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