Wyre Gravel Extraction Project (Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. EPIMS-MEN-51790- R1C)
Summary
SCH Number
2025070928
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Northern and Eureka Region 1
(CDFW)
Document Title
Wyre Gravel Extraction Project (Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. EPIMS-MEN-51790- R1C)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/23/2025
Document Description
The project involves one encroachment for the non-commercial extraction of gravel deposits from Mill Creek. Gravel extraction consists of removal of flood-washed alluvial material using heavy equipment (i.e., backhoe and dump truck) from the dry channel and adjacent areas. Aggregate extraction methods and volumes shall be consistent with approved annual extraction work plans, developed in coordination with CDFW. Annual extractions volumes shall be less than 500 cubic yards. Extraction occurs during the summer low-flow period when alluvial deposits are exposed. Fisheries- and riparian-enhancement or off-channel extractions may be included to enhance habitat or passage conditions. Timing of operations shall be coordinated with CDFW to avoid periods of surface flow and the reproductive periods of sensitive species (e.g., salmonids, Milo Baker’s lupine, etc.). Siting of temporary appurtenant features (e.g., haul roads, stockpiles, etc.) shall avoid sensitive species or habitats, as determined by CDFW. No trees or existing riparian vegetation shall be removed as a result of the project, unless specifically authorized by CDFW in advance.
Contact Information
Name
Jonathan Hollis
Agency Name
CA Fish and Wildlife
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Address
Phone
Name
Robert Wyre
Agency Name
Permittee
Job Title
Please contact Jon Hollis of CDFW
Contact Types
Parties Undertaking Project
Address
Phone
Location
Cities
Covelo
Counties
Mendocino
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
near 25655 East Lane, in the town of Covelo
Parcel #
034-260-18
Waterways
Mill Creek
Township
22N
Range
12W
Section
5
Base
MtDiablo
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 4; California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15304
Reasons for Exemption
The project proposes non-commercial gravel extraction not to exceed 500 cubic yards annually for private use on an adjacent ranch. There would be no significant adverse impact on endangered, threatened, or rare species or their habitat pursuant to §15065. There are no hazardous materials at or around the project site that may be disturbed or removed. The project will not result in impacts that are significant when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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