Lake Sonoma Quagga and Zebra Mussel Inspection Project
Summary
SCH Number
2023090495
Public Agency
Sonoma County Water Agency
Document Title
Lake Sonoma Quagga and Zebra Mussel Inspection Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/21/2023
Document Description
Quagga and zebra mussels are invasive mussel species that, if introduced into a waterway, can devastate the natural environment, clog water and flood protection infrastructure, and cost millions of dollars in maintenance. These mussels are transported between waterways by watercraft, primarily recreational boats. The proposed project would provide watercraft inspection services to prevent quagga and zebra mussel infestation into Lake Sonoma. The proposed project would also provide inspection training to help develop year-round inspections.
Contact Information
Name
Connie Barton
Agency Name
Sonoma County Water Agency
Job Title
Senior Environmental Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Counties
Sonoma
Regions
Countywide, Northern California
Other Location Info
The Project is located at 3333 Skaggs Springs Road, Geyserville, California
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15309, Inspections
Reasons for Exemption
Proposed project activities are limited to quagga and zebra mussel inspections and inspection training that help to prevent potential for infestation at Lake Sonoma. The proposed project does not have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, have a cumulatively considerable effect, or cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly, and would not result in damage to scenic or historical resources.
County Clerk
Sonoma
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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