Ulrich Stream Crossing Project (Notification of Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS-MEN-60170-R1C)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized the Ulrich Stream Crossing Project under Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS-MEN-60170-R1C, issued pursuant to Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code to Frank Ulrich. The project involves the replacement of an existing culvert at a single stream crossing location within the Russian River watershed in Mendocino County, approximately two miles north of Potter Valley, with coordinates at 39.3510° N and 123.1203° W. Work includes excavation, removal of the outdated culvert, installation of a new properly sized culvert, backfilling and compaction, and installation of rock armoring to prevent erosion. Dewatering of the stream channel may be required during construction, contingent on field conditions, and a detailed dewatering plan must be submitted and approved prior to implementation. The project qualifies for a categorical exemption under California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15301, as it involves the replacement of an existing structure without expansion of use, and is not subject to full environmental review under CEQA. The project is managed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 1 – Northern Region, based in Redding and Eureka. John Herrera, Senior Environmental Scientist Specialist, serves as the primary point of contact and is responsible for coordination, inspection, and acceptance of work at the site. No formal contract type, pricing, payment details, accounting codes, or FAR clauses are included in the documentation, as this is a state-level environmental permit and not a federal procurement. There is no solicitation number, contract value, or competitive bidding process documented; the activity is a notification and approval for a permitted activity under state environmental law. No representations, certifications, socioeconomic status, or contractual deliverables beyond the described construction activities are specified. All work must comply with the terms of the issued agreement and must adhere to standards for streambed protection, erosion control, and habitat preservation as mandated by CDFW, with inspection and acceptance occurring directly at the project site.