North Fork Feather River Stream Gage Installation - CalSIP

The North Fork Feather River Stream Gage Installation under the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) involves the installation of stream gages and conduits at multiple locations across Plumas and Butte Counties. The project is managed by the Central Valley Flood Protection Board and the Department of Water Resources. Key installation sites include the North Fork Feather River at Collins Diversion, the North Fork Feather River at High Bridge Campground, the North Fork Feather River Superditch Flood Channel, and the Big Chico Creek Headgates Structure. The technical scope includes the installation of steel remote terminal units equipped with data loggers, batteries, solar panels, and satellite radio telemetry equipment. Most sites will utilize bubbler units and two-inch rigid metal conduits secured to streambanks, while the Big Chico Creek site will utilize radar sensors mounted to existing handrailing. Additionally, fiberglass staff gages will be secured using steel angle iron driven into the streambed. All projects are classified as forecast opportunities under NAICS code 237990 and are exempt from CEQA under categorical exemptions for minor land alterations and information collection.