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water demands are projected to be approximately 5 gallons per minute year round. Irrigation demands will be seasonal and are anticipated to reach a maximum of 40 gpm during the summer. A larger 16" fire suppression well is also planned for, but the groundwater demands for this well are nearly zero. Water Samples The water system is regulated by SJCEHD. Water quality data for this well has been previously submitted to and on file with County EHD. Section 2 Soil Suitability Soil Profile and Geologic Information Extensive soil investigations were conducted at the site in 2016. A soil boring was conducted near the proposed leach field to a depth of 16.5'. The report indicates that soils consist of a mixture of silts, sands, and clays. See Figure 1. Soil chemistry and texture were analyzed by an independent laboratory. The soil sample was taken at the proposed leach field area from a depth of approximately 3'. Test results indicate very low concentrations of nitrogen in the soil and neutral pH of 7.12. The laboratory test results are provided in Figure 2. Soil texture was described by the laboratory as clay-loam with 41.6%sand, 20.7%silt,and 37.7%clay. Natural Resources Conservation Service data indicates the top soils consist of Capay and Stomar clays, with 0-2%slopes. Percolation Testing Two(2)shallow percolation tests were conducted at the Site in the area proposed for sewage disposal. Percolation test procedures conformed to the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department requirements, as discussed herein. Test Preparation: Shelves were cut into the soil at 30 inch and 48 inch depths.' In each shelf,a 12"x 6" diameter hole was prepared by adding 2"of gravel to the bottom of the hole. Soil removed from the hole was examined and logged. Soils removed were slightly damp due to extensive rainfall the area experienced over the past 3 months. Reference boards were installed level and above the test holes. The test holes were saturated less than 24 hours prior to beginning the test. Test Procedure: Percolation tests were performed on March 6, 2017, beginning at 11:27 a.m. Due to soil conditions,a four(4) hour test was performed. Water level measurements were taken every 30 minutes or shorter(if the water level was low)during this four-hour period. A San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department representative observed the last half hour of each test. ' A deeper test hole was provided in the event final grade design changes. 31 Page