Dos Rios Non-Motorized Boat Dock and Parking
Summary
SCH Number
2026040599
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Dos Rios Non-Motorized Boat Dock and Parking
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/13/2026
Document Description
Project proposes to install a courtesy dock for non-motorized watercraft, fishing pier, and accessible parking and path of travel in an isolated pond along the Tuolumne and Stanislaus Rivers at Dos Rios Ranch State Park for public use and enjoyment. Project proposes to install a courtesy dock for non-motorized watercraft, fishing pier, and accessible parking and path of travel in an isolated pond along the Tuolumne and Stanislaus Rivers at Dos Rios Ranch State Park for public use and enjoyment. The following work will occur: For the Courtesy Dock On the shore, construct an 8-ft x 8 ft concrete abutment with a 12-in. steel pipe abutment anchor installed approx. 5-ft below grade; Drive six (6) 12-in steel (capped) piles into the pond bed approx. 15-ft below the low water line. Install a 150-ft long x 10-ft wide aluminum-framed dock with concrete solid-surface panels; and Install a 70-ft floating steel gangway to connect the dock to the abutment. For the Fishing Pier On the shore, construct an 8-ft x 15 ft concrete abutment with a 12-in. steel pipe anchor installed approx. 5-ft below grade. Drive two (2) 12-in steel (capped) piles into the pond bed approx. 15-ft below the low water line. Install a 40-ft long x 16-ft wide aluminum-framed fishing pier with concrete solid-surface panels; and Install a 57-ft floating steel gangway to connect the pier to the abutment. For the Parking and Paths of Travel Excavate to pour concrete for two (2) ADA-compliant parking stalls with accessible aisle. Install wheel stops, striping and signage as appropriate; and Excavate to install a 5-ft wide aggregate pathway, with a mid-point turn-around area with bench seating, connecting parking with the dock and pier.
Contact Information
Name
Brad Michalk
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Job Title
Statewide CEQA Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Counties
Stanislaus
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
Shiloh Road at Park Entry Road
Zip
95358
Waterways
Tuolumne River, Stanislaus River
Other Location Info
Dos Rios Ranch State Park
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15303, 15304
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures, listed as “Construction or installation of park facilities, such as boat launching facilities, small parking lots and signs, in the Department of Parks and Recreations list of exempt activities in accordance with CCR §15300.4; and minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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