Issuance of Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. R1-09-0215 Nelson Channel Maintenance for Low Flow Project, Mendocino County
Summary
SCH Number
2010048233
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 1
(CDFW)
Document Title
Issuance of Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. R1-09-0215 Nelson Channel Maintenance for Low Flow Project, Mendocino County
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/19/2010
Document Description
The proposed activity is described as the alteration of channel material within a pre-existing man-made flow-through side channel of the main stem Russian River. The side channel appears to support rearing habitat and high flow refuge for developing salmonids, and may represent entrapment hazard during periods of low flow or during water diversion for agricultural use activities. The proposed activity is focused on maintaining active flows through the side channel.
Contact Information
Name
Tracie Nelson
Agency Name
California Department of Fish and Game
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Ukiah
Counties
Mendocino
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301(i)
Reasons for Exemption
The project includes the maintenance of stream flows and stream channels. There would be no significant adverse impact on endangered, rare or threatened species or their habitat pursuant to section 15065. The project will not result in impacts that are significant when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.
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