Adams Stream Crossings and Pond Spillway Project (Notification of Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS-MEN-22662-R1C)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized Michael Adams to proceed with five stream and pond encroachments under Notification EPIMS-MEN-22662-R1C, issued pursuant to Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code. The project involves replacing four existing culverts at stream crossings and one spillway culvert at an on-stream pond, with all work requiring excavation, removal of old structures, installation of properly sized replacements, backfilling and compaction of fill, and application of rock armoring aligned with the latest Notification guidelines to prevent erosion. Specific design requirements include installing riprap aprons at all outlet points, with crossings SC-3 and SC-5 featuring 15-foot-wide aprons at their ends. All activities are confined to the Eel River watershed near Covelo, California, and are designed to avoid expansion of existing use while maintaining natural stream function and fish passage. The project qualifies for a categorical exemption under CEQA Title 14 Section 15301 due to its minimal environmental impact and adherence to standardized best practices for streambed alterations. The permitting authority and oversight responsibility reside with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 1 – Northern Region, with John Herrera serving as the primary point of contact for compliance and inspection. There is no formal federal procurement structure, cost estimate, or contract value specified, and the effort is governed exclusively by California environmental regulations rather than federal acquisition rules such as the FAR. No invoicing system, payment office details, accounting codes, COR/COTR designations, or contract options are documented, and the work is not subject to federal sourcing, labor, or socioeconomic requirements. Inspection and acceptance occur on-site at the project location, with the permittee responsible for execution and the Department retaining regulatory approval authority. No formal proposal submission process, deadlines, or documentation requirements are outlined, as this is an environmental notification and authorization under state law, not a competitive solicitation or federal contract.