2023 FEMA 4683 Storm Damage – 2023 FEMA Storm Damage Downstream Dam Bank Repair Project (Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS Notification No. AMA- 61174-R2)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has executed Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS Notification Number AMA-61174-R2 for the 2023 FEMA 4683 Storm Damage Downstream Dam Bank Repair Project. This project, applied for by the Jackson Valley Irrigation District, is located in Jackson Creek within Amador County, California. The primary objective is to restore damage caused by severe winter storms in January 2023 through the reconstruction of the existing channel bank and minor sediment removal. Specific restoration efforts include stabilizing 260 feet of the south bank using fill dirt and quarry rock, installing two drainpipes, and removing 680 cubic yards of sediment to reduce erosion and redirect water flow. The project is being conducted pursuant to Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code and has been granted a Notice of Exemption under California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 15301, Class 1. This exemption is based on the fact that the work involves minor reconstruction and sediment removal that does not impact sensitive species or habitats. While the technical scope and specific deliverables are clearly defined, the provided documentation does not include financial data, contract value, or specific pricing schedules. Administrative oversight is provided by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, with Will Kanz serving as the primary Environmental Scientist contact.