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Project Submittal Form To the extent possible this form should be electronically filled out and e-mailed to:

[email protected].

Part 1. Lead Implementing Agency/Organizational Information

Please provide the following information regarding the project sponsor and proposed project. Implementing Agency/ Organization / Individual: County of Kern – Engineering Surveying and Permit Services

Agency / Organization / Individual Address: 2700 ‘M’ Street, Suite 570 Bakersfield, CA 93301

Possible Partnering Agencies:

Name: Charles Lackey

Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.co.kern.ca.us/ess

Project Name: South Shafter Waste Water System - Phase 1, Smiths Corner

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Either the latitude/longitude or a location description is required. To determine the latitude/longitude, use the closest address or intersection. If the project is linear, use the furthest upstream latitude/longitude.

Project Latitude: 35.47806 Project Longitude: -119.27859

Location Description:

The project is located approximately six miles west of Highway 99 and south of the City of Shafter, Kern County, CA. More specifically, Shafter Avenue and Orange.

Regional Grouping: Identify the Regional Grouping your agency is located in, and the Regional Grouping your project is located in.

Agency Project Greater Bakersfield

Agency Project Kern County

Agency Project Kern County Water Agency

Agency Project Kern Fan

Agency Project Kern River Valley

Agency Project Mountains/Foothills

Agency Project North County

Agency Project South County

Agency Project West Side

Project Cooperating Agency(ies)/Organization(s)/Individual(s):

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Project Status (e.g., new, ongoing, expansion, new phase): Preliminary Engineering Report and Environmental complete, others ongoing

Part 2. Project Need

It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. High septic system failure rate: Numerous small lot sizes have contributed to thirty seven percent of area septic systems being pumped two or more times in the past three years. To reduce septic tank pumping 49% of systems dispose of laundry water and other graywater onto their yards. Potential Pollution Problem: Groundwater in the area has been contaminated with Nitrates. Thirty percent of wells in the South Shafter area had levels of Nitrates in excess of Federal and State Safe Drinking Water Standards. Forty eight percent of area wells had elevated Nitrate levels ranging from 24 ppm to 44 ppm.

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Part 3. Project Description

A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. Buildings in this low-income area are currently served by individual septic system that experiences a higher-than-normal rate of failure. This proposal consists of the installation of sewer main and service laterals for phase one of the project, referred to as Smith’s corner. The new sewer improvements will serve approximately 178 parcels or 900 people within the community of Smith’s Corner. The project's goal is to eliminate the impact of the failing septic systems have on the saturated soils in the area.

If applicable, list surface water bodies and groundwater basins associated with the proposed project:

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Please identify up to three available documents which contain information specific to the proposed project:

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Is the proposed project an element or phase of a regional or larger program?

Yes No

If yes, please identify the program

Design life of the Project 50 Years

Proposed Construction/Implementation Start Date: (If funds become available)

September 2012

Proposed Construction/Implementation Completion Date

September 2013

Ready for Construction Bid Yes No NA

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Item Status (e.g., not initiated, in process,

complete)

Date

Conceptual Plans Complete (08/1/2005)

Land Acquisition/ Easements In process (mm/dd/yyyy)

Preliminary Plans Complete (08/01/2005)

CEQA/NEPA Complete (10/26/2007)

Permits In process (mm/dd/yyyy)

Construction Drawings Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed.

Part 4. Project Benefits

Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. At present, wastewater disposal in this community is handled solely by septic tank systems which discharge the tank water into leach lines and seepage pits on the individual properties. The installation of a sewage collection system will eliminate the necessity of repairing or replacing the existing septic tank systems. Additionally, health issues associated with soils and groundwater contamination as a result of continued septic systems use would be eliminated. The waste water will be disposed of, via sewer lines, at a regional sewer treatment plant where it will be treated and recycled.

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Downstream: Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?

Yes No Not Sure Is the project located within or adjacent to a disadvantaged community?

Yes No Not Sure Does the project include disadvantaged community participation?

Yes No Not Sure If yes, please identify the group or organization:

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Please provide the following project benefit information for all applicable components of the proposed project. Benefit categories include things such as water quality / flood management, water supply, and resource stewardship. PLEASE ATTEMPT TO SUPPLY ALL INFORMATION RELEVANT TO YOUR PROJECT. THIS INFORMATION WILL BE USED TO ANALYZE AND ASSESS PROJECT FOR FUTURE FUNDING. WATER QUALITY BENEFITS / FLOOD MANAGEMENT BENEFITS

Water Quality Benefit Information

Treatment technologies

Design operational treatment capacity (million gallons/day)

Targeted Contaminants (Check all that apply):

Chloride Nitrogen Compounds Coliform Bacteria

Other (describe):

Flood Management Benefit Information

Maximum volume of temporary storage of storm runoff (acre-feet)

Maximum increased conveyance capacity (cubic feet/second)

Estimated area benefiting from flood damage reduction (acres)

Estimated level of flood protection resulting from project implementation

Estimated annual value of flood damage reduction provided by project ($/year)

Acreage required for project implementation

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WATER SUPPLY BENEFITS Project information provided will help to quantify water supply benefits from enhanced local water supply or reduced potable water demand.

Enhanced Water Supply or Demand Reduction Benefit Information

Source of Increased Supply or Demand Reduction

Groundwater Groundwater treatment Increased surface water storage

Recycled water Conservation/ water use efficiency

Ocean desalination

Transfer Other (describe):

Type of enhanced supply or demand reduction:

Annual Yield of Supply (acre-feet):

Availability by Water-Year Type (acre-feet per year):

Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year

Availability by Season (check all that apply):

Summer Fall Spring Winter

Does the project have the potential to displace demands on the Bay/Delta/Estuary?

Yes No Not Sure

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For projects that include detention and groundwater recharge, please complete the following:

How many acres of land drain into this detention basin? (acres)

Detention Basin area (acres)

Detention basin max. operational depth (ft.)

% of basin covered by wetlands

Soil type

If other than infiltration, identify method (e.g., injection) and recharge (acre-feet/year)

Estimated basin annual inflow (acre-feet/year)

Estimated basin annual outflow (acre-feet/year)

RESOURCE STEWARDSHIP BENEFITS Project information provided will help to quantify the benefits associated with projects related to resource stewardship and land management.

Non-treatment wetland area (acres)

Treatment wetland area (acres)

Riparian habitat area (acres)

Non-developed open space area (acres)

Multiple use/ recreation area (acres) – additionally, select the type of multiple use / recreation and associated acres by type:

Single Sport Athletics

Multiple Sport Athletics Acres

Other Recreation Acres

Pedestrian Trail Acres

Equestrian Trail Acres

Other Passive Activity

Other Acres (describe)

Description

Total Project area (acres)

Part 5. Project Cost Estimate

Project cost information is needed to assist in comparing benefits and cost. Additionally, knowledge of the project type and cost will assist in identifying funding sources for potential projects.

Please indicate the estimated costs of project implementation and associated funding source(s). These costs should include land purchase/easement, planning/design/engineering, construction/ implementation, environmental compliance, administration, and contingency. Approximate Total Cost (If project costs are variable, please include lower and upper range estimates.)

$3,501,990

Funding Source (If multiple sources, list each source and the percent or amount funded by each)

No funding source

Funding Certainty & Longevity

Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) $37,400

Operations & Maintenance Funding Source(s) (i.e., annual budget, grant, etc. If multiple sources, list each source and the percent or amount funded by each.)

County Service Area (CSA)

Operations & Maintenance Funding Certainty (i.e., already included in organization’s budget, contingent upon grant, etc.)

Need to establish the CSA

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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Caliente Creek Habitat Restoration - Feasibility Study

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Near Hwy 58 and Arvin, Kern County.












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Project Status (e.g., new, ongoing, expansion, new phase): New


It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. The Caliente watershed routinely floods the communities of Arvin and Lamont on the average of every 7 years. One concept is to acquire 1500 acres of land where it would intercept the water upstream of those communities (near Hwy 58) and would force the water to slow and dissipate energy, deposit sediment, and increase flood-flow volume losses. The area would also be reclaimed back to natural habitat and reintroduce native species to the site. A feasibility study is required to determine the effectiveness of the project.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. This project consists of a study to determine the feasibility of acquiring land upstream of Highway 58 and restoring habitat in order to intercept flood water and help mitigate routine flooding of Arvin and Lamont.


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Yes No


Design life of the Project

Proposed Construction/Implementation Start Date:



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complete)

Date

Conceptual Plans Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)

Land Acquisition/ Easements Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)

Preliminary Plans Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)

CEQA/NEPA Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)

Permits Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)



Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. This project will explore options to establish mechanisms to intercept water upstream of the communities of Arvin and Lamont and restoring habitat. Ultimately, the project will benefit the communities of Lamont and Arvin as well as adjacent areas.





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Other (describe):








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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$250,000 to $600,000



Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) N/A


N/A


N/A

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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Lakeshore Pines- Leach field Replacement

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The project is located at Wofford Heights, adjacent to Lake Isabella, Kern County.












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Project Status (e.g., new, ongoing, expansion, new phase):


It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. This project will integrate with the existing leach field and provide adequate sewage disposal area. The existing leach field is saturated and is in need of replacing.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. The existing leach field at this sewage disposal site, which serves approximately 30 existing homes with 20 additional future homes, is in excess of 30 years old. The leach field soils are “clogged” and are now incapable of functioning properly, and over the past several years have resulted in surfacing effluent during peak periods, especially during winter months.The area immediately north of the existing leach field is owned by the County and was reserved to serve as the expansion area.


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Yes x No




January 2013


July 2013


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complete)

Date


Land Acquisition/ Easements N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)






Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The project will develop the adjacent area to the existing leach field into an effective field to continue providing sewer service to existing homes.

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Residential Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Residential & Commerial Downstream: Lake Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?




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Other (describe):








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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$500,000





CSA #39.1


CSA #39.1 is already established

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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Lake Isabella Regional WWTP and Sewer Collection System - Detailed Study

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This project is located at Lake Isabella, Kern County.












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It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. The community historically experiences high groundwater and many areas are unable to utilize septic systems. Economic development is also hindered due to sewage disposal limitations. The existing Reeder Tract WWTP is getting older and requires regular maintenance and is expensive to operate. This project will serve the community of Lake Isabella area with one integrated regional Waste Water Treatment Plant. If nothing is done, septic systems will continue to fail, the Reeder Tract WWTP will continue to require significant maintenance, and development will remain constrained or continue to develop on septic systems.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. This project includes studies and reports to identify the most feasible option to provide sewer collection and treatment systems for the Lake Isabella Area. This study will include environmental studies and reports, sewer collection system and conceptual design and planning.


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• Alternatives to Collect, Treat and Dispose of Sewage - Lake Isabella Community by Quad-Knopf, dated February, 2003.

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Yes No

If yes, please identify the program To provide regional sewer service to the commercial and densely developed residential areas between the Lake and Bodfish





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complete)

Date



Preliminary Plans N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)

CEQA/NEPA N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)

Permits N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)

Construction Drawings N/A (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed. We would hire a consultant to perform the study and it could commence within 6 months of funding.


Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The study will identify the environmental issues and most feasible option to provide sewer collection and treatment facilities. This project will ultimately benefit and serve the community of Lake Isabella area with one integrated regional WWTP.

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Commercial and Residential Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Downstream: Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?




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Other (describe):








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Ocean desalination


Type of enhanced supply or demand reduction: 170,000 gpd

Annual Yield of Supply (acre-feet): 190


Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type






Treatment wetland area (acres) 10

Riparian habitat area (acres) 10










Description





$300,000 - $500,000



Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) N/A


N/A


N/A

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[email protected].


Please provide the following information regarding the project sponsor and proposed project. Implementing Agency/ Organization / Individual: Kern County

Agency / Organization / Individual Address: Engineering & Survey Services County Of Kern 2700 M Street, Suite 570 Bakersfield, CA 93301-2370

Possible Partnering Agencies: Krista Mutual Water Company, Tejon Castaic Water District, Self-Help Enterprises, California Department of Public Health

Name: Chuck Lackey

Title: Director, Engineering & Survey Services

Telephone: Fax: (661) 862-5095 (661) 862-5101


Website:

Project Name: Krista Water Project

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Either the latitude/longitude or a location description is required. To determine the latitude/longitude, use the closest address or intersection. If the project is linear, use the furthest upstream latitude/long itude.

Project Latitude: Project Longitude:


The Krista water system is located in O’Neil Canyon along Lebec Oaks Road 1 mile west of Interstate 5 & Lebec road. The well is located along Lebec road.












• • Krista Mutual Water Company (George D. Dodge ) • Self-Help Enterprises (David A. Warner) • USDA/Rural Development (Teresa Hogan) • California Department of Public Health, (Jesse Dhaliwal) • Tejon Castaic Water District

Project Status (e.g., new, ongoing, expansion, new phase): New Project


It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. The Krista Mutual Water Company's only well has high levels of Fluoride (2 ppm = 3 month average) and is the community's sole source of water. A second well is needed that supplies clean water and that would provide adequate quantity of supply. Water from a second well could also be blended with the existing water supply to reduce Fluoride levels below their current average of 2 ppm.


A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. Purchase of a well site or easement, design and construction of a test well/community well, installation of a pump, electrical system and water lines to connect the well to the existing water system.


• Tulare Lake Groundwater Basin • Cuddy Creek •


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• State Flouride MCL violation letter • •


Yes No




2013


2014



complete)

Date


Land Acquisition/ Easements Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)




Construction Drawings Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed. The Mutual is ready to secure a well site and apply for funding. Part 4. Project Benefits

Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The Project will provide a clean water supply to a Disadvantaged community water system of 176 connections serving about 440 residents. Development of a new water supply will provide adequate and clean drinking water, help lower operational costs and provide a backup water supply to this low-income disadvantaged community.

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Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Rural uses: Residential, roads Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Rural uses: Residential, roads Downstream: Rural uses: Residential, roads Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?



Yes No Not Sure If yes, please identify the group or organization: Krista Mutual Water Company. Self-Help Enterprises is working with this DAC & funding agencies to develop the water project.







Other (describe): Flouride





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Source of Increased Supply



Ocean desalination


Type of enhanced supply: New water well



Average Year 100

Dry Year 100

Wet Year 100




Yes No Not Sure

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For projects that include detention and groundwater recharge, please complete the following: N/A





Soil type

















Description





Planning/Design/Construction: $450,000


State: Prop 84 & State Revolving Fund Grant Federal: USDA Loan & Grant

Funding Certainty & Longevity On State SRF priority list

Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) $50,000 (estimate)


Water system users monthly bills


Included in future budget & rates.

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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Reeder Tract Waste Water Treatment Facility – Replacement of Sewer Aeration Tanks

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This project is located at Lake Isabella, east of Hwy 178, Kern County. The actual location is 2150 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella.












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Project Status (e.g., new, ongoing, expansion, new phase): New (replacement of existing tanks)


It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. This project is a replacement of existing aged waste water Treatment tanks.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. The existing steel aeration tanks are nearing the end of their useful life. Due to the corrosive nature of sewer effluent, it is desirable to replace these tanks, and associated plumbing, before maintenance costs get extreme. The maintenance cost of this facility is borne by the users of this facility, and consists primarily of low-income, retired persons living on fixed incomes, and cannot afford increased maintenance costs.


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Yes No




January 2013


September 2013


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Date

Conceptual Plans N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)







Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The replacement of the aerator and clarifier tanks will increase the efficiency and reduce the operating cost of the wastewater treatment facility.





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Other (describe):








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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$900,000


Unkown




CSA 39.8 Reeder Tract


CSA 39.8 is established

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[email protected].




Possible Partnering Agencies: City of Taft


Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Sandy Creek Bank and Erosion Protection - Feasibility Study

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Ford City Area, Kern County.












• City of Taft • • •



It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. This is a feasibility study to determine improvements needed to mitigate erosion problems adjacent to Sandy Creek. Sandy Creek runs through the urban (both incorporated and unincorporated) areas around the City of South Taft. Not performing any improvements will result in continued erosion and eventual failure of the levee jeopardizing adjacent property, homes, and businesses.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. This project would consist of a study to determine the feasibility of restoring a portion of Sandy Creek through the community of Taft. This reach of Sandy Creek through the community of Taft has experienced significant erosion for several years and homes, businesses, and a portion of Taft College may become impacted. It is anticipated that a feasibility study may result in proposed groins, grade control structures, and bank armoring.


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Yes X No






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Date






Construction Drawings Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed. We would hire a consultant to perform this study and could be commenced within 6 months of funding.


Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The ultimate plan will likely consist of shaping and armoring the stream banks to prevent additional erosion, and constructing a series of drop structures to slow the flow, reduce energy, and thereby reduce the negative affects of erosion, degradation and agredation.





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Other (describe):





600


100 year


Unknown

Acreage required for project implementation 40 acreas

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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$100,000 to $500,000


unknown


Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year)


N/A Study only.


N/A Study only.

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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: South Taft Sewer Improvements - Full project

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South Taft sewer project the situated in the unincorporated area south of Oak St., east of 10th St., north of South St and west of Ward St. in the Taft area.












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It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. The installation of a sewage collection system will eliminate the necessity of repairing or replacing the existing septic tank systems. Additionally, health issues associated with soils and groundwater contamination as a result of continued septic systems use would be eliminated.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. This project includes design and construction of a sewer collection system of approximately 35,000 lineal feet of sewer lines within the unincorporated area of south Taft. Buildings in this low-income area are currently served by individual septic system that experiences a higher-than-normal rate of failure. This proposal consists of the installation of sewer main and service laterals for all phases of the project. The new sewer improvements will serve approximately 820 parcels or 2460 people within the above identified area.


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Yes No




July 2013


January 2015


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Date








Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. At present, wastewater disposal in this community is handled solely by septic tank systems which discharge the tank water into leach lines and seepage pits on the individual properties. The installation of a sewage collection system will eliminate the necessity of repairing or replacing the existing septic tank systems. Additionally, health issues associated with soils and groundwater contamination as a result of continued septic systems use would be eliminated. The waste water will be disposed of, via sewer lines, at a regional sewer treatment plant where it will be treated and recycled.

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Residential Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Undeveloped to the south and residential to the west Downstream: Commercial and industrial Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?




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Other (describe):








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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$8,500,000





County Service Area (CSA)


Need to establish the CSA

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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Cuddy Creek Restoration Project – Phase 1

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This project is located at Frazier Park, Kern County












• Frazier Park Adopt-A-creek (a local citizens group) • • •



It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. This construction project would restore a portion of Cuddy Creek through the town of Frazier Park. The project consists of constructing a series of rock groins and planted groins to force the stream into a meandering path to slow the flow, reduce energy, and thereby reduce the negative affects of erosion, degradation and aggradations.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. In general, the project consists of stabilization and restoration of approximately 3000 feet of Cuddy Creek. Construction will include grade control structures, planted groins, and vegetation groins. The purpose of this project is to reduce watershed soil erosion and sedimentation of surface water to reduce the discharge of pollutants to State waters from storm or nonpoint sources


• Cuddy Creek • • •


• 2008 Urban Stream Restoration Program, grant application dated 11/12/1008. • •

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Yes X No






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complete)

Date

Conceptual Plans Completed (4/1/2004)

Land Acquisition/ Easements Not Initiated (mm/dd/yyyy)

Preliminary Plans Completed (4/1/2004)

CEQA/NEPA incomplete (mm/dd/yyyy)


Construction Drawings Incomplete (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed.


Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The channel erosion has stripped all of the top soil from much of the channel bed leaving barren rock. As these banks erode laterally, homes that were originally constructed a safe distance from the creek may now become place in peril. This project will prevent further watershed soil erosion and reduce the discharge of pollutants to State waters from storm or nonpoint sources

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Project location is Cuddy Creek Streambed Channel, bordered by residential and commercial. Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Stream channel bordered by residential and commercial. Downstream: Stream channel bordered by residential and commercial. Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?




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Other (describe):



N/A


N/A


About two acres which is adjacent or within the channel +/- 3000 lf.


Uncertain


N/A

Acreage required for project implementation uncertain

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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type





Non-treatment wetland area (acres) 0

Treatment wetland area (acres) 0

Riparian habitat area (acres) About Three Acres, stream bed channel +/- 3,000 lf

Non-developed open space area (acres) 0


Single Sport Athletics 0

Multiple Sport Athletics Acres 0

Other Recreation Acres 0

Pedestrian Trail Acres 0

Equestrian Trail Acres 0

Other Passive Activity 0

Other Acres (describe) 0

Description

Total Project area (acres) About 3 acres




$500,000



Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year)



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[email protected].






Title: Director

Telephone: Fax: 661-862-5095 661-862-5101



Project Name: Reconstruct Adams-Jefferson Street, Ford City

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This project is near Ford City, Taft, at the intersection of Adams and Jefferson Streets, Kern County












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It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. This project involves significant road reconstruction, with curb and gutter on both sides, and new drainage structures and storm drain.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. Severe subsidence of the roadway at this location has resulted in continuous drainage problems and standing water, which only exacerbates the problem by causing more settlement. An apartment complex is located adjacent to the problem area, making it inconvenient for the residents. To alleviate the problem, approximately 1200 feet of road needs to be reconstructed, along with curb and gutter. New drainage structures and a section of storm drain pipe are proposed to convey drainage waters to nearby drainage facilities.


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September 2012


March 2013


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Date








Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. Curb and gutter, new drainage structures and a drain pipe are proposed to convey drainage waters to nearby drainage facilities which will benefit the area residents and improve the drainage system.

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Residential Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Residential Downstream: Residential Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?




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Other (describe):








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Ocean desalination





Average Year

Dry Year

Wet Year




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$300,000



Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) Included in Roads budget


County Roads Department budget


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[email protected].


Please provide the following information regarding the project sponsor and proposed project. Implementing Agency/ Organization / Individual: County of Kern


Possible Partnering Agencies: Buttonwillow County Water District, Lamont Public Utility District, Arvin Community Services District, Athal Mutual Water Company, City of McFarland, Lake Isabella area water systems and other Disadvantaged water systems and communities.

Name: Chuck Lackey


Telephone: Fax: (661) 862-5095 (661) 862-5101


Website:

Project Name: Disadvantaged Community Leak Detection Program

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Disadvantaged community water systems in the Tulare Lake Basin portion of Kern County (Kern County IRWMP)












• Disadvantaged Community (DAC) water systems and DAC neighborhoods served by water systems.

• Buttonwillow County Water District and other DAC public districts • Athal Mutual Water Company (Angelica Ruiz), Rainbird Valley MWC (Marsha Kelpe) & other

DAC Mutual Water Companies • Long Canyon Water Company (David Prince) & other DAC PUC regulated Water Companies • Self-Help Enterprises, Community Development division, (David Warner & Jesse Snyder)



It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. Many DAC’s in the Tulare Lake Basin portion of Kern County have old deteriorated water distribution systems. These broken, corroded and leaking water lines create significant water and energy loss and health hazards such as low pressures and water supply contamination. DAC systems lack the funds needed to evaluate and quantify Distribution system water loss and replacement needed to obtain State and Federal construction funding. Critical impacts

- Water loss - Energy waste - Wasted operational efficiency - Water contamination - Threat to Public health

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. About 200,000 in State Tulare Lake Basin IRWMP grant funds are needed to pay for leak detection in DAC’s within the Tulare Lake Basin portion of Kern County. - Funds obtained by the KCIRWMP would be administered by the County & DAC systems for a DAC water system Leak Detection Program:

- DAC’s would apply to the County for leak detection on their water system - Eligible Projects would be funded - Report(s) of water loss and savings if improvements were made. - Project options are reviewed with SHE and community Boards and residences. - Project funding is identified by SHE. - DAC(s) applies for funding of system repairs based on leak detection report.


• Tulare Lake Basin • Kern River • Poso Creek • Caliente Creek • Cuddy Creek


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Yes No

If yes, please identify the program N/A



N/A


N/A



complete)

Date

Conceptual Plans N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)


Preliminary Plans N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)

CEQA/NEPA Simple NOE (mm/dd/yyyy)

Permits N/A (mm/dd/yyyy)

Construction Drawings N/A (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed. The County is ready to sponsor the project and assist the Kern County IRWMP to apply for planning funds in the next IRWMP funding cycle. Self-Help Enterprises is ready to help with outreach and program assistance as needed by projects.


Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The Leak detection Program will allow Disadvantaged Community systems to identify and obtain funding to:

- Eliminate water loss - Lower power costs - Increase operational efficiency - Provide public health benefits

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Public streets and easements Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Rural and/or Urban Downstream: Rural and/or Urban Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?



Yes No Not Sure If yes, please identify the group or organization: The DACs that apply for these leak detection funds.

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Other (describe): Other Chemical and bacterial contaminants

Flood Management Benefit Information - N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A


N/A

Acreage required for project implementation N/A

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Ocean desalination


Type of enhanced supply or demand reduction: Reduced water loss from leaks

Annual Yield of Supply (acre-feet): Unknown


Average Year Depends on DAC project

Dry Year Depends on DAC project

Wet Year Depends on DAC project




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





$100,000 to $200,000


State: Tulare Lake Basin IRWMP funds

Funding Certainty & Longevity Application to be developed by Kern County IRWMP

Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) Unknown savings


DAC system user s


Already in place

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[email protected].


Please provide the following information regarding the project sponsor and proposed project. Implementing Agency/ Organization / Individual: Kern County


Possible Partnering Agencies: Long Canyon Water Company, Rainbird Valley Mutual Water Company, Tradewinds Water Association, Inc., Bella Vista Mutual Water Company, South Fork Womens Club, Lake Isabella Kern River KOA Campground, Self-Help Enterprises, California Department of Public Health

Name: Chuck Lackey


Telephone: Fax: (661) 862-5095 (661) 862-5101


Website:

Project Name: Athal Water Project

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Either the latitude/longitude or a location description is required. To determine the latitude/longitude, use the closest address or intersection. If the project is linear, use the furthest upstream latitude/long itude.



The Athal water system is located at the intersection of Weedpatch Highway and Blackburn Street 2 miles north of Lamont.












• • Athal Mutual Water Company (Angelica Ruiz) • Self-Help Enterprises (David A. Warner) • USDA/Rural Development (Teresa Hogan) • California Department of Public Health, (Jesse Dhaliwal) •

Project Status (e.g., new, ongoing, expansion, new phase): New Project


It is important to understand the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and the benefits that it will provide. Information provided in this section defines the need(s) or issue(s) that the proposed project will address and will help to catalog existing need(s) or issue(s) in the Tulare Lake Basin Portion of Kern County Region. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the need(s) or problem(s) that the project will address. As applicable, discuss the water supply need, operational efficiency need, water quality need, or resource stewardship need (e.g. ecosystem restoration, floodplain management) need. Discuss critical impacts that will occur if the proposal is not implemented. The Athal water system has two wells to supply 65 homes (65 EDU’s) and a population of 225 people with water. The community has a US Census MHI of $27,465, (Kern County, Census Tract 62.01, Block Group 1) The Athal Well (Well #1) was drilled in 1950 and served as the main water supply until September 2009 when it collapsed. The Weedpatch Well (Well #2) was incorporated into the water system as a back-up water supply after the Weedpatch water system was forced to consolidate with the Athal water system. This small well was contaminated with fecal coliforms requiring it and well #1 to be chlorinated. The remaining well #2 supplies water to unmetered 62 households pumping first into a 5,000 gallon pressure tank, from there the water is distributed to homes by 6, 4 and 2 inch water mains. There is no storage. The back-up well #2 will not supply adequate water to meet summer demands and maintain System pressures above the State required 20 PSI. In September 2011 that remaining well partially collapsed and required emergency work to restore it to service. Water rates have been increased from $60 to $75 per month per user to pay for repairs and collect money for a new well. Parts of the distribution system are mostly old 2 and 4 inch leaky metal lines and in need of replacement. The System also needs new services and meters to provide more cost effective service and better control of the water.

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A general description of the proposed project is needed. This section will provide information associated with the project concept, general project information, and readiness to proceed. It is recognized that much of the requested information may not be available for projects that are at a conceptual level of project development. We appreciate and need your ideas. Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the project including the general project concept, what will be constructed/implemented, how the constructed project will function, and treatment methods, as appropriate. Construction of a new well, pump(s), pressure tank and related facilities to replace the existing system facilities and provide an adequate water supply and pressure to meet State regulations. The estimated cost for this work is $450,000. This low-income and mostly farmworker community needs affordable financing to obtain a decent water supply and maintain adequate pressure.


• Tulare Lake Groundwater Basin • •

Please fy up to three available documents which contain information specific to the proposed project

identi

• USDA Loan & Grant application :

• Athal Engineering Reports • State Emergency Grant application


Yes No




2012


2012


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complete)

Date

Conceptual Plans Complete 06/30/2010 (mm/dd/yyyy)

Land Acquisition/ Easements Complete for well (mm/dd/yyyy)

Preliminary Plans Complete 06/30/2010 (mm/dd/yyyy)



Construction Drawings Not initiated (mm/dd/yyyy) For projects that do not include construction, please briefly describe the project readiness-to proceed. The Project includes design and construction funding and is ready to go. Part 4. Project Benefits

Please provide a 1-2 paragraph description of the benefit(s) that the project will address. Information provided will be used in the assessment of project benefits. The Project will provide a clean water supply to 62 homes in the water system serving 225 people. Development of a new water supply will provide adequate and clean drinking water, help lower operational costs and provide a backup water supply to this low-income community.

Please describe the dominant existing land use type for the proposed project location. Rural uses: Residential, vacant land, roads Please describe the dominant existing land use type for areas upstream and downstream of the proposed project location Upstream: Rural uses: Residential, vacant land, roads Downstream: Rural uses: Residential, vacant land, roads Does the project address any known environmental justice issues?



Yes No Not Sure If yes, please identify the group or organization: Athal Mutual Water Company. Self-Help Enterprises is working with this DAC & funding agencies to develop the water project.

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Other (describe): Arsenic








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Source of Increased Supply



Ocean desalination


Type of enhanced supply: New water well



Average Year 59

Dry Year 59

Wet Year 59




Yes No Not Sure

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Soil type

















Description





Planning/Design/Construction: $450,000


State: Prop 84 Emergency Grant (10%) Federal: USDA Loan & Grant (90%)


State: Prop 84 Emergency Grant committed. USDA: $300,000 loan/grant committed. Revised USDA application submittal for additional funding will be submitted soon.

Operations & Maintenance Cost (per year) $52,000 (estimate)


Water system users monthly bills


Included in future budget & rates.

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