Steep Ravine Ground Squirrel Control
Summary
SCH Number
2004038342
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Steep Ravine Ground Squirrel Control
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/17/2004
Document Description
Reduce the large ground squirrel population in and around the cabin site area at Steep Ravine at Mt. Tamalpais State Park. Where burrows are located adjacent to rock outcrops zinc phosphide squirrel oat bait will be placed in the burrows. Other burrows will be treated with fumitoxin, a fumigant available in tablet form. These treatments do not pose a secondary poisoning threat to non-target wildlife nor will they expose park users to toxic substances. One treatment event will provide adequate control but re-treatment may be necessary in following years. A very high percentage of effected animals will remain underground after contact with the pesticides. Project protects public health and safety and supports continued use and maintenance. The reduction program will be evaluated each year by the resource ecologist staff prior to continuing with the work. Any animal carcasses found above ground will be immediately removed by park staff.
Contact Information
Name
David Boyd, North Bay District
Agency Name
Department of Parks and Recreation 916-653-6995
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
Marin
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301 Class: 1
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of the operation and maintenance of an existing public facility involving no expansion of use beyond current levels.
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