2026 MP 275.56 Double Overchute Cleaning
Summary
SCH Number
2026070896
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
2026 MP 275.56 Double Overchute Cleaning
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/22/2026
Document Description
San Joaquin Field Division plans to remove sediment and debris from overchute 275.56 of the State Water Project. To do this work, a skid steer, bulldozer, loader, and/or excavator will be used to remove sediment and debris from the overchute and inlet area. A water truck will be used to control dust. A dump truck will be used to transport sediment and debris approximately 2 miles away to the Wheeler Ridge Pumping Plant (WRPP) spoil site. At the spoil site, all sediment will be spread out and compacted. Equipment will be stored overnight at the WRPP. This work is necessary to prevent flooding and damage to critical infrastructure. Work is estimated to take three weeks to complete. All work will take place within the DWR right-of-way.
Contact Information
Name
Elizabeth Maldonado
Agency Name
Department of Water Resources, San Joaquin Field Division
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Mettler
Counties
Kern
Regions
Southern California, Unincorporated
Other Location Info
Overchute: 35°02'14.7"N 119°02'50.7"W
Inlet: 35°02'12.9"N 119°02'51.7"W
WRPP Spoil Pile Site: 35°02'17.7"N 119°00'52.1"W
WRPP: 35°01'54.3"N 119°00'27.1"W
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301 (b)
Reasons for Exemption
This project consists of maintenance activities that support the function of the California Aqueduct and water delivery within the State Water Project.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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