Borrow-source testing for levee fill material
West Sacramento
Summary
The agency is testing a local borrow site to see if its soil can be used as levee fill for future flood projects. Board members pressed on testing quality and making sure the Army Corps credits the agency for the work even if the soil proves unsuitable.
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Last discussed Apr 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
The testing contract amendment supports the local share of federally shared flood project costs; the exact contract amount wasn't stated in the meeting.
Residents get flood protection built more cheaply if local material can be used instead of hauling dirt from far away.
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