Reach 6 and 7 Erosion Repair (OM-SLFD-2026-011)

The Department of Water Resources is executing the Reach 6 and 7 Erosion Repair project (OM-SLFD-2026-011) to perform routine maintenance on the primary and secondary sides of Reaches 6 and 7 of the California Aqueduct. Located within Fresno and Kings counties, specifically between mile markers 143.23 and 172.40, the work involves repairing multiple erosions using a backhoe to gather and grade on-site materials and utilizing base rock for larger erosion fills. The scope also includes the installation or replacement of down drains at five specific locations and the use of a water truck for soil moisture control and dust mitigation. All project activities will be conducted within the DWR right of way, with staging and access limited to established paved and unpaved roads. The project is classified as a forecast under NAICS code 237990 and is exempt from CEQA under Class 1 for Existing Facilities, as it will not impact special status species or habitats. Primary points of contact for the effort include Environmental Scientist Janine Beck and Environmental Program Manager Sara Lowry.