Habitat Mitigation & Restoration

This subcontract, titled Habitat Mitigation and Restoration, is issued by Caltrans District 8 for projects located in Hesperia. The primary objective is to mitigate the loss of 10.77 acres of western Joshua tree habitat by supplying and planting native vegetation for prime contractors on BNSF projects. The scope of work includes sourcing native Yucca brevifolia plants, performing planting, and providing long-term maintenance through the use of irrigation equipment. All activities must adhere to the planting and restoration standards approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to ensure the successful delivery of restored or offset habitat acreage.