Ley Stream Crossing and Structure Removal with Stream Restoration Project (Notification of Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS-MEN-58859-R1C)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized Hans Ley under Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS-MEN-58859-R1C to conduct two distinct stream encroachment activities in Covelo, California, in compliance with Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code. The first activity involves upgrading an existing culvert through excavation, removal of the old structure, installation of a new properly sized culvert, backfilling and compaction of the surrounding soil, and application of rock armoring to prevent erosion. The second activity requires the manual removal of a pumping shed and an adjacent water tank currently located within the stream channel, followed by restoration of the channel to align with the natural conditions upstream and downstream using hand tools to ensure minimal disturbance and ecological compatibility. All work is intended to reduce environmental impact while improving stream function and habitat integrity. The project is managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Region 1 Northern Region based in Redding and Eureka, with John Herrera serving as the primary point of contact as Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist. Though the project was posted on June 10, 2026, it is classified as a forecast and does not include a solicitation number, NAICS code, or set-aside details. The place of performance is specifically within Covelo, California, and all activities are confined to the two described encroachments, with no expansion beyond the outlined scope. The agreement reflects a clear focus on habitat restoration and infrastructure improvement in alignment with state environmental regulations.