Sutter Creek Bridge Brush Removal (Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS Notification No. AMA-68758-R2)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has executed Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS Notification Number AMA-68758-R2 under Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code for a project led by applicant Randall Hubach. Located at Sutter Creek in Amador County, California, the project involves the removal of approximately 400 square feet of riparian vegetation beneath the Sutter Creek access bridge. The scope of work focuses on eliminating nonnative species, specifically scotch broom and Himalayan blackberry, along with fewer than 10 native arroyo willows with a diameter of approximately 1.5 inches at breast height. All vegetation will be removed at the root to prevent future regrowth. The project is classified as a forecast under NAICS code 561730 and has been granted a categorical CEQA exemption under Class 1 and Class 4. Administrative oversight is provided by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 2, with Hailey Donaldson serving as the primary environmental scientist contact. The agreement ensures that the brush removal process complies with state environmental regulations while addressing the specific vegetation needs at the bridge site.