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

The Adams Stream Crossings and Pond Spillway Project, identified by Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS Notification No. EPIMS-MEN-22662-R1C, is a project executed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife with Michael Adams. Located in the Eel River watershed approximately 3.4 miles northeast of Covelo in Mendocino County, the project involves five specific encroachments. Four of these encroachments consist of upgrading existing culverts, while the fifth, designated as SC-2, involves replacing a spillway culvert for an on-stream pond. The scope of work for all encroachments includes excavation, removal of existing structures, replacement with properly sized culverts, backfilling and compaction of fill, and rock armoring to minimize erosion. Additionally, all crossings require the installation of a riprap apron below each outlet, with crossings SC-3 and SC-5 specifically requiring a 15-foot width at the end of the apron. The project is being conducted pursuant to Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code and has received a categorical exemption under Class 1 of the California Code of Regulations, title 14, section 15301, as the work involves the replacement of existing uses without expansion. The performance area is situated within the Covelo East U.S. Geological Survey 7.5-minute quadrangle at Assessor's Parcel Number 032-160-53. While the specific contract value and financial terms are not provided in the documentation, the project is overseen by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Northern Region, with John Herrera serving as the Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist.