Shell Reef CXT Parking Pad and Interp Panel Replacement
Summary
SCH Number
2026020129
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Shell Reef CXT Parking Pad and Interp Panel Replacement
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
2/4/2026
Document Description
The Shell Reef CXT was recently replaced following structural damage and now sits higher than the original grade, resulting in the existing parking pad and sidewalk being non-accessible. The existing concrete parking pad and sidewalk will be demolished, removed, and replaced in the existing footprint. Additional road base will be placed around the building to match the new grade. Following work, one van accessible parking pad and access aisle (approximately 30' long by 20' wide), and sidewalk (approximately 4' wide by 30' long) will be available. Two interpretive panels will also be replaced (two holes, approximately 24" diameter by 3' deep). Concrete will be used to anchor posts. All facilities will be ADA compliant.
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
Project will be adjacent to the CXT at Shell Reef, approximately https://maps.app.goo.gl/nnZnniTHLq9hQvPT8, within Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 2, Section 15302; Class 4, Section 15304
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 the replacement of facilities within their existing footprint; (2) categorically exempt under Class 4, Section 15304 of the CEQA Guidelines, Minor Alterations to Land, as it involves grading and placement of road base surrounding the CXT; and (3) there are no unusual circumstances or other applicable exceptions to the exemptions.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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