Deer Creek Irrigation District Fish Passage Adaptive Management Project (Notification of Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS- EPIMS-TEH-61529-R1)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized the Deer Creek Irrigation District, represented by Jeffrey Rabo, to implement an adaptive management strategy for its Fish Passage Improvement Project through a Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement under Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code, with notification number EPIMS-TEH-61529-R1. The project focuses exclusively on the ongoing operation, maintenance, and minor adjustments to existing diversion and fish screening structures at Deer Creek in Tehama County, California, without physical expansion or new construction. Work is conducted under categorical exemptions from the California Environmental Quality Act, specifically Classes 1, 2, and 4, which recognize routine maintenance, replacement on the same site, and minor alterations to land or vegetation that do not result in significant environmental effects. The project’s performance is monitored through adaptive management practices designed to ensure fish passage functionality and water diversion safety while maintaining ecological integrity. No federal procurement mechanisms, contract types, pricing details, or FAR clauses apply, as this is a state-regulated environmental authorization rather than a federal contract. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife retains oversight, with Davis Ferguson serving as the primary point of contact for environmental compliance and project review. There is no specified period of performance, delivery schedule, payment terms, or invoicing system, and no formal representations, certifications, or socioeconomic status declarations are required or provided under this state-level permit.