Mill Creek Habitat Connectivity Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025071140
Public Agency
California Regional Water Quality Control Board, North Coast Region 1
(RWQCB)
Document Title
Mill Creek Habitat Connectivity Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/28/2025
Document Description
This Project will improve the geomorphic function and instream habitat connectivity of Mill Creek, tributary to Strongs Creek and the lower Eel River, by upgrading and replacing five culverted stream crossings that present fish passage barriers.
Contact Information
Name
Jacob Shannon
Agency Name
North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board
Job Title
Sr. Environmental (Scientist)
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Mat Nyberg
Agency Name
City of Fortuna
Job Title
Deputy City Engineer
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Address
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Fortuna
Counties
Humboldt
Regions
Countywide
Other Location Info
40.5712° N, 124.1308° W; 40.5712° N, 124.1308° W; 40.5702° N, 124.1228° W; 40.5712° N, 124.1308° W; and 40.5691° N, 124.1213° W
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 33; California Code of Regulations, Title 14, section 15333
Reasons for Exemption
The project will restore fish passage and in-channel salmonid habitat along Mill Creek, tributary to the Eel River. The total project is less than five acres in size, and there will be no significant adverse impact on endangered, rare or threatened species or their habitat.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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