Reach 6 and 7 Erosion Repair (OM-SLFD-2026-011)
Summary
SCH Number
2026070330
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
Reach 6 and 7 Erosion Repair (OM-SLFD-2026-011)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/9/2026
Document Description
Department of Water Resources (DWR) staff will repair multiple erosions on the primary and secondary sides of Reaches 6 and 7 of the California Aqueduct. A backhoe will be used to gather material on site, place it back on the erosions, and grade the surface. Base rock will be used to fill larger erosion. A water truck will be used for dust mitigation purposes and to ensure proper soil moisture. Five locations require installation or replacement of down drains. 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
Huron, unincorporated area - Kings County
Counties
Fresno, Kings
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
South El Dorado Ave, Avenal Cutoff Rd, 30th Ave
State Highways
Hwy 145, Hwy 198, I-5
Waterways
California Aqueduct (CAAQ)
Other Location Info
MM 143.23 to MM 172.40
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 Clerks
Fresno, Kings
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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