Mojave Fish Hatchery -Water Well and Booster Station Equipment Upgrade

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking to upgrade the water well and booster station equipment at the Mojave Fish Hatchery located in Victorville, California. This project focuses on replacing end-of-life equipment and includes the removal of an existing propane tank and concrete pad, the replacement of a 70 foot gravel road and 72 foot asphalt pavement, and the removal of existing bollards. The scope of work further involves excavating for a new concrete pad and a 372 foot utility trench to remove natural gas lines and install new electrical lines and four new bollards. Key technical installations include a new G-W9 450KW generator, a new master control panel, and the replacement of seven turbine pumps along with their associated electrical and mechanical components. The project is classified under NAICS code 237310 and is managed by Environmental Program Manager Russell Black. According to the Notice of Exemption dated August 20, 2026, the project is categorically exempt under CEQA section 15301 as it constitutes repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of existing facilities without changing operational use.