Categorical Exclusion for City of Wells

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP), as designated by the US Environmental Protection Agency, is the lead agency for proposed projects funded by the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grants Program (OSG) for the State of Nevada. The OSG loan applicant, City of Wells, has applied for funding to install curb and gutter along Shoshone Avenue from 6th Street to Dover Street and to install several bioswales to capture sediment from stormwater flows.

The Nevada Administrative Code (NAC), in Sections NAC 445A.742 to 445A.762, inclusive, outlines the environmental review procedures to be followed by the NDEP to be consistent with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act. The project qualifies for a Categorical Exclusion under NAC 445A.744. As specified in NAC 445A.744 (2), the project qualifies for a Categorical Exclusion because as it is (a)(3) Construction of small structures on existing sites. A significant negative effect on the quality of the environment by this project is unlikely.
Consultation with appropriate cross-cutting agencies has been completed. No wetlands, floodplains, agricultural lands, or significant species or habitats are affected by the project. No national landmarks or property with nationally significant historic, architectural, prehistoric, archeological, or cultural value will be significantly affected by the project. Concurrence from the State Historic Preservation Office has been obtained. Native American entities have also been given an opportunity to provide their comments and feedback. Best management practices will be utilized during construction.

Persons wishing to obtain further information regarding the project should submit their comments no later than December 14, 2023. Comments can be made via email, ndep-ofa@ndep.nv.gov or via mail:

Elizabeth Kingsland
Nevada Division of Environmental Protection, Office of Financial Assistance
901 South Stewart Street, Suite 4001, Carson City, NV 89701-5249

A link to NDEP’s public notices can be found at: https://ndep.nv.gov/posts