Desalination Contact Tank Rehabilitation
Summary
SCH Number
2025121081
Public Agency
Sweetwater Authority
Document Title
Desalination Contact Tank Rehabilitation
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/23/2025
Document Description
This project will repair and upgrade the Contact Tank at the Sweetwater Authority’s Desalination Facility. 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 tank 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, ladder repairs, floor plate and rafter repairs, valve repair or replacement, and baffle curtain replacement. 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 tanks 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
Chula Vista
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
E 30th St and N 2nd Ave
Zip
91910
Total Acres
Less than 1 acre
Parcel #
563-370-23-00
State Highways
I-5, CA-54, I-805
Railways
MTS Blue Line Trolley
Schools
Sweetwater Union High School, Olivewood Elementary School
Waterways
Sweetwater River
Other Location Info
The project will occur within the boundaries of the Richard A. Reynolds Desalination 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 is also covered 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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