Groundwater Well #2 Emergency Repair

The City of Whittier Public Works Department is seeking an emergency repair for Groundwater Well 2 located at 9217 Salma Ln., Pico Rivera, California. The scope of work involves the removal and inspection of critical well components, including column pipes, electrical cables, the bowl assembly, and the pump and motor. Additionally, the project requires brushing and bailing the well casing and the repair or replacement of any damaged equipment to restore the well to its proper operational function. This project is classified under NAICS code 237110 and is designated as a Class 1 exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, as it consists of the repair and maintenance of existing mechanical equipment with negligible expansion of use. Environmental assessments confirm that the site does not impact historical resources, is not a designated scenic highway, and has no value as a habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species. Furthermore, the site is not listed on Geotracker as an active clean-up site assessment. Primary points of contact for the project include Riad Elmal, Civil Engineering Assistant, and Jim Homet, Senior Civil Engineer.