Wildwood Debris Jam Removal
Summary
SCH Number
2026070785
Public Agency
Sonoma Resource Conservation District
Document Title
Wildwood Debris Jam Removal
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/20/2026
Document Description
The project is designed to improve channel function, reduce flood-related infrastructure risks, and restore natural sediment and wood transport processes within the stream corridor. The project will 1) remove an existing log jam and accumulated woody debris that is obstructing stream flow and contributing to localized erosion, channel instability, and flood hazards. 2) Excavate and remove trapped sediment and debris deposits associated with the log jam to restore channel capacity and improve hydraulic connectivity. 3) Stabilize disturbed areas using bioengineering techniques, native vegetation, and erosion control measures to promote long-term channel resilience. 4) Restore natural flow patterns and sediment transport processes to improve aquatic habitat conditions for native fish and wildlife. 5) Minimize future debris accumulation through selective removal of unstable woody material while retaining habitat features that support ecological function. 6) Monitor post-construction conditions to ensure project objectives are achieved and that stream channel stability, habitat quality, and flood conveyance capacity are maintained.
Contact Information
Name
Colin Nicol
Agency Name
Sonoma RCD
Job Title
Water Resources Project Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Unincorporated area
Counties
Sonoma
Regions
Northern California, Unincorporated
Zip
95409
Other Location Info
965 Los Alamos Rd
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15304(b), (f) 15333
Reasons for Exemption
The log jam removal project is exempt under the category 15333 Small Habitat Restoration Projects because the project consists of the removal of accumulated woody debris from the stream channel to restore natural flow conveyance, reduce localized erosion, and improve aquatic habitat conditions. Any associated site restoration activities are exempt under 15304 Minor Alterations to Land, Example (b), because the project includes minor habitat enhancement and revegetation activities, and Example (f), because there may be minor grading, trenching, or ground disturbance associated with access and restoration of disturbed areas.
County Clerk
Sonoma
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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