Reach 4 Erosion Repair (OM-SLFD-2026-010)
Summary
SCH Number
2026060413
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
Reach 4 Erosion Repair (OM-SLFD-2026-010)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/9/2026
Document Description
Department of Water Resources (DWR) staff will repair one erosion on the eastern side of Reach 4 of the California Aqueduct at MM 91.50. The erosion will be repaired by collapsing eroded soil, backfilling with native soil, and compacting using a backhoe. Approximately 10 cubic yards of fill will be needed. A water truck will be used for dust mitigation purposes and to ensure proper soil moisture. All staging and access will be on established paved and unpaved roads. All work is within DWR right of way.
Contact Information
Name
Janine Beck
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Name
Sara Lowry
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources
Job Title
Environmental Program Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
unincorporated area
Counties
Merced
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
Poleline Road, Sharon Road
Waterways
California Aqueduct (CAAQ)
Other Location Info
Mile Marker 91.50
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, Existing Facilities, Section No. 15301
Reasons for Exemption
This project is exempt because it involves routine maintenance activities. This project will not result in impacts to special status species or habitat. The Categorical Exemption Class 1 will be used for CEQA compliance as this activity will be implemented without any environmental impacts.
County Clerk
Merced
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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