Fresno River Cleanup
Summary
SCH Number
2013108217
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 4
(CDFW)
Document Title
Fresno River Cleanup
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/17/2013
Document Description
The project will remove overgrown vegetation and debris in the Fresno River, within the city of Madera. The unmaintained channel has been providing cover for illegal activities and has become a risk to public safety. Over a length of approximately 2.5 miles, totaling an area of approximately 5 acres, non-native grasses, invasive tree species (such as tree of heaven), small shrubs, and debris will be removed. Large trees with canopy hanging into the channel will be trimmed back and trees in the channel may be trimmed to provide better sight distance. No riparian tree species over four inches in diameter at breast height will be removed. All work will be done using hand tools. All cuttings will be collected and disposed of at an off-site location.
Contact Information
Name
Sarah Paulson
Agency Name
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 4
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Madera
Counties
Madera
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 4; 15304
Reasons for Exemption
The project involves vegetation and debris removal within an unmaintained channel. No mature scenic trees will be removed. No significant environmental impacts will result if the Project is completed under the protective features included in Streambed Alteration Agreement No. 1600-2013-0154-R4.
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