Sultana Area Stormwater and Recharge Project
Summary
SCH Number
2026010272
Public Agency
Tulare County
Document Title
Sultana Area Stormwater and Recharge Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/12/2026
Document Description
The Project consists of replacing one storm drain inlet, one manhole, approximately 205 linear feet of storm drain pipeline, one new lift pump, structural improvements to the existing lift station structure, new electrical improvements for the new lift pump, and one reconstructed interconnection structure between the Alta Irrigation District’s Monson Ditch and the existing stormwater basin on Road 105. The reconstructed interconnection will eliminate stormwater from the existing stormwater basin from discharging into Alta Irrigation District facilities during the winter months to provide groundwater recharge. The Project takes Place in the unincorporated and disadvantaged community of Sultana and would improve the storm drain system for the whole community.
Contact Information
Name
Gary Mills
Agency Name
County of Tulare, Resource Management Agency
Job Title
Chief Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Jessica Wills
Agency Name
County of Tulare, Resource Management Agency
Job Title
Environmental Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Denise England
Agency Name
County of Tulare, Public Works
Job Title
Grants & Resource Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
unincorporated area, Sultana
Counties
Tulare
Regions
Unincorporated
Parcel #
021-140-034
Township
16S
Range
244E
Section
11
Other Location Info
Avenue 416, Sultana,
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CEQA Guidelines Class 3 Section 15303(d) New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The Project intends to improve the existing stormwater system in the community of Sultana. This involves expanding the system through the installation of approximately 205 linear feet of pipeline, replacing existing infrastructure, and making improvements to the existing lift station's electrical system. The proposed Project is excluded or exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the project is consistent with Class 3 15303(d) New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures (per PRC Sec. 21080.47) because it involves a water main, sewage, electrical, gas, and other utility extension of a reasonable length. Additionally, the Project is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15282(k), as the Project involves the construction of a new pipeline less than one mile in length [Public Resources Code Section 21080.21]. Therefore, use of CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(d) and 15282(k) are applicable and appropriate.
Exempt Status
Statutory Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Other Statutory Exemptions [Section 14 California Code of Regulations Section 15282(k)]
Reasons for Exemption
The Project intends to improve the existing stormwater system in the community of Sultana. This involves expanding the system through the installation of approximately 205 linear feet of pipeline, replacing existing infrastructure, and making improvements to the existing lift station's electrical system. The proposed Project is excluded or exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the project is consistent with Class 3 15303(d) New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures (per PRC Sec. 21080.47) because it involves a water main, sewage, electrical, gas, and other utility extension of a reasonable length. Additionally, the Project is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15282(k), as the Project involves the construction of a new pipeline less than one mile in length [Public Resources Code Section 21080.21]. Therefore, use of CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(d) and 15282(k) are applicable and appropriate.
County Clerk
Tulare
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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