Streambed Alteration Agreement Concerning San Felipe Creek
Summary
SCH Number
2005098089
Public Agency
Fish & Game #5
Document Title
Streambed Alteration Agreement Concerning San Felipe Creek
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/6/2005
Document Description
The operator proposes to alter the stream to eradicate tamarisk (Tamarix sp.) within approximately 45.0 acres of the streambed and floodway of San Felipe Creek. There are two eradication areas, a 14-acre area immediately downstream of the creek bridge at Scissor Crossing, and a 31.0-acre area immediately upstream from the bridge. All work will be conducted between October 1 and March 15 to avoid any potential impacts to the least Bell's vireo and southwestern willow flycatcher, which have been documented in the vicinity of the project site. All tamarisk removal will be completed using hand tools. No heavy mechanized equipment will be used. Initial eradication will be followed up in subsequent years by routine maintenance (i.e., removal of any new tamarisk growth).
SAA# 1600-2005-0457-R5
Contact Information
Name
Kelly Fisher
Agency Name
Department of Fish and Game, Region 5
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
San Diego
Other Location Info
Scissor Crossing area
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15304
Reasons for Exemption
No potential for significant impacts to the environment is anticipated. An archaeologist will ensure avoidance of significant impacts to cultural resources. Project will result in the improvement of habitat for fish and wildlife resources. Temporary use of land will have negligible or no permanent effects on the environment. Surface will be restored. Project does not result in the taking of endangered, rare, or threatened plant or animal species or significant erosion and sedimentation of surface waters.
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