DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Bureau of Water Facilities Funding
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY
FLORIDA CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION NOTIFICATION
TAYLOR AND DIXIE COUNTIES
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has determined that the proposed Taylor and Dixie Counties’ wastewater facilities will not have a significant adverse affect on the environment. The proposed project consists of wastewater improvements to the Steinhatchee and Jena service areas. A force main with pump stations will be constructed along the Steinhatchee River to deliver wastewater effluent to the Steinhatchee Wastewater Treatment Plant No. 1 for treatment and disposal. The proposed project construction cost is estimated at $1,400,000. The project is expected to qualify for a State Revolving Fund loan composed of federal and state matching funds.
A full copy of the Florida Categorical Exclusion Notification can be obtained by writing to: James W. Plexico, Bureau of Water Facilities Funding, Department of Environmental Protection, 2600 Blair Stone Road, MS #3505, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2400.