Golden Mussel Mitigation Project Electrical Install at Check 22
Summary
SCH Number
2026090553
Public Agency
California Department of Water Resources
(DWR)
Document Title
Golden Mussel Mitigation Project Electrical Install at Check 22
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/14/2026
Document Description
The field division plans to install a 120v receptacle and lighting for the chemical injection system for the Golden Mussel Mitigation Project. This work will involve excavating a 2-feet wide by 2-feet deep by 1,180-feet long trench. The trench will start at Check Site 22 of the State Water Project and run along the secondary aqueduct access road. The trench will terminate at the start of the Coastal Branch. A backhoe will be used to dig the trench. Once PVC conduit is installed, the trench will be backfilled. All work will take place within the DWR right-of-way. This work is necessary to provide power to the chemical injection system, which is needed to protect the California aqueduct from invasive mussels.
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
Cities
Kettleman City
Counties
Kings
Regions
Southern California, Unincorporated
Other Location Info
Check 22: 35°51'02.9"N 119°53'26.1"W
Start of Coastal Branch: 35°51'11.3"N 119°53'33.1"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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