Fire Hydrant Installation at 6850 Topanga Canyon Blvd Project

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is managing the Fire Hydrant Installation at 6850 Topanga Canyon Blvd Project in Canoga Park, California. This project involves the construction and installation of a fire hydrant within an existing Caltrans Right-of-Way, ensuring all work adheres to Los Angeles Fire Department requirements. The scope of work includes connecting the hydrant to existing water utility infrastructure using open-trench excavation. The specified trench dimensions are approximately 2 feet wide, 70 feet in length, and 4.5 feet deep, with a requirement that the area be backfilled and repaved to match prior street conditions. The project is classified as a forecast under NAICS code 237310. It has been deemed categorically exempt from CEQA review under Sections 15301 and 15303 for minor alterations and small new facilities, as detailed in the Notice of Exemption signed on September 15, 2025. James R. Howe, Environmental Specialist, serves as the primary point of contact for the lead agency. Supporting documentation for the project includes an installation exhibit identified as F-86320, a project map, and Form Gen. 153.