St. Johns River Restoration #5 - Mathews Weir

The St. Johns River Restoration #5 - Mathews Weir project, managed by the Kaweah Delta Water Conservation District, aims to restore the river channel to its predisaster 2023 condition and design. Located in Tulare County near Visalia, California, the primary scope of work involves the placement of riprap along the weir to stabilize the riverbank, prevent erosion, protect the structural integrity of the weir, and enhance local aquatic habitats. This effort is classified as a replacement or reconstruction of existing utility systems and facilities on the same site with negligible or no expansion of capacity. The project is identified under NAICS code 237990 and is currently listed as a forecast with a posted date of January 20, 2026. The specific performance location is approximately 0.5 miles west of Highway 216 and Road 158. Administrative oversight is provided by General Manager Shane Smith, and the project has been filed with a Notice of Exemption under Class 2, Section 15302(c) of the California Public Resources Code.