Marine Vegetation Removal (Barge & Clam Bucket)

This subcontract involves the mechanical extraction of emergent vegetation at Crespi Pond in Pacific Grove for habitat restoration projects managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The scope of work requires the use of a barge launched from the bank equipped with a clam bucket attachment to remove vegetation down to the root mass, with all removed materials stockpiled along the pond edge for drying. The project must be executed in strict compliance with CCR Title 14, Section 15333, to ensure environmental standards are met. The primary objective of the operation is to achieve a specific habitat balance, delivering a final ratio of 70 percent open water and 30 percent emergent vegetation.