Wyre Gravel Extraction Project (Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. EPIMS-MEN-51790- R1C)

The Wyre Gravel Extraction Project, authorized under Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. EPIMS-MEN-51790-R1C, permits non-commercial extraction of alluvial gravel from Mill Creek near Covelo, California, during summer low-flow periods when the channel is dry. Annual extraction volumes are strictly limited to less than 500 cubic yards and must adhere to CDFW-approved work plans developed in coordination with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Operations are timed to avoid surface flow and critical reproductive periods of sensitive species, including salmonids and Milo Baker’s lupine, while temporary infrastructure such as haul roads and stockpiles must be sited to avoid impacts on protected habitats. No trees or riparian vegetation may be removed unless explicitly authorized in advance by CDFW, and no hazardous materials are present or permitted at the site. The project qualifies for categorical and statutory exemptions under the California Environmental Quality Act due to its minimal environmental footprint, lack of commercial intent, and adherence to strict mitigation protocols. The work is carried out by Robert Wyre as the project applicant, with oversight provided by CDFW Environmental Scientist Jonathan Hollis. No formal contract value, payment terms, or procurement classification is specified, as this is a regulatory permit issued under state environmental law rather than a federal acquisition. Performance occurs exclusively at the designated extraction site in Mendocino County, with all activities subject to compliance with CDFW directives and seasonal constraints to ensure ecological protection.