Seasonal Housing Septic Lines Replacement
Summary
SCH Number
2025100137
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Seasonal Housing Septic Lines Replacement
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/3/2025
Document Description
The current septic system at the seasonal housing area at Picacho SRA has clogged and deteriorated leach line pipes. The purpose of this project is to replace several elements of this system to restore it to good working order. This includes using the unit backhoe to dig up the existing junction box (no to exceed 4' diameter by 4' deep) and replacing it with a new junction box. Additionally, the 4" solid pipe connecting the junction box to the septic tank will be replaced. The backhoe will also be used to dig up the three existing leach lines that originate from the junction box. Each line is 2' wide by 100' long by 6' deep. Leach line pipes will be replaced within each trench, prior to the trenches being backfilled. Any remaining spoils will be scattered around the project area once backfilling is complete. District standard project requirements have been incorporated into the project.
Contact Information
Name
Sara Lockett
Agency Name
California State Parks, Ocotillo Wells District
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Imperial
Regions
Unincorporated
Other Location Info
Authorized employee access road along main entrance to Picacho SRA, on Picacho Road. Approximate location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MfofARpfDu24SGMk7
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 2, Section 15302
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed action complies with CEQA because it is: (1) categorically exempt under Class 2, Section 15302 of the CEQA Guidelines, Replacement or reconstruction, as it involves replacement of existing utility systems without changes to capacity; and (2) there are no unusual circumstances or other applicable exceptions to the exemptions.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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