Cherry Hills Tank Rehabilitation
Summary
SCH Number
2025121080
Public Agency
Sweetwater Authority
Document Title
Cherry Hills Tank Rehabilitation
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/23/2025
Document Description
This project will repair and upgrade of existing Cherry Hills Tank within Sweetwater Authority’s property. Work includes repair of existing lining, cathodic protection repair and safety features repair. The purpose of the project is to maintain and extend the service life of the existing steel water tanks by performing necessary upgrades, repairs, and maintenance. The work includes, but is not limited to, lining repair or replacement, cathodic protection system repair, exterior coating repairs, and ladder repairs. These improvements will ensure the tank continue to operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with current standards. The project will benefit Sweetwater Authority, its customers, and the local community by ensuring the steel water tanks operate safely and reliably. Maintaining the tank will protect water quality, extend the facilities’ service life, reduce emergency repairs, and support a consistent and dependable water supply for the community.
Contact Information
Name
Israel Marquez
Agency Name
Sweetwater Authority
Job Title
Land and Environmental Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Bonita, Unincorporated
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Unincorporated
Cross Streets
Cherry Hills Ln and Oak View Terrace
Zip
91902
Total Acres
Less than 1 acre
Parcel #
594-384-04-00
State Highways
CA-125
Schools
Eastlake Elementary School, Southwestern College
Waterways
Sweetwater River
Other Location Info
This project is located within the existing Cherry Hills Tank Facility.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1 (State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301), Class 2 (State CEQA Guidelines Section 15302)
Reasons for Exemption
The project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under CEQA Class 1 (Existing Facilities, Section 15301(c)), as it involves replacing an existing cathodic protection system within an existing roadway. The work is limited to maintenance and replacement of existing facilities with no expansion of use or significant environmental impacts. The project also qualifies under Class 2 (Replacement or Reconstruction, Section 15302) since the new system serves the same purpose as the existing one.
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Draft Environmental Document [Draft IS, NOI_NOA_Public notices, OPR Summary Form, Appx,]
Notice of Exemption
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