Arundo Removal from Alhambra Creek and Peyton Slough Watersheds (Notification of Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS-CCA-63257-R3)
Summary
SCH Number
2026100064
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Bay Delta Region 3
(CDFW)
Document Title
Arundo Removal from Alhambra Creek and Peyton Slough Watersheds (Notification of Lake or Streambed Alteration, No. EPIMS-CCA-63257-R3)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/2/2026
Document Description
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has executed Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement EPIMS Notification No. EPIMS-CCA-63257-R3, pursuant to Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code to Friends of Alhambra Creek, as represented by Bob Huttar.
The project will remove 36 stands of Arundo, up to 5 acres in area, to improve habitat for native plant and wildlife species. Arundo will be removed using hand tools to cut the stems close to the ground, then applying an aquatic-approved herbicide to the stumps. There will be no physical removal of rhizomes or roots to minimize erosion. Impacts to native riparian trees and vegetation will be minimized by limiting site access points, localizing herbicide application, and using plywood ground coverings and extension ladders to protect soil and roots. Multiple treatments over subsequent years may be required.
Contact Information
Name
Kristin Brandon
Agency Name
CA Dept of Fish and Wildlife
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Bob Huttar
Agency Name
Friends of Alhambra Creek
Job Title
Person or Public Agency Carrying Out Project
Contact Types
Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Martinez
Counties
Contra Costa
Regions
San Francisco Bay Area
Other Location Info
The project is located at various streams within the Alhambra Creek and Peyton Slough Watersheds, in and around Martinez, in the County of Contra Costa, State of California. Project activities will be conducted at 36 locations across the two watersheds.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
California Code of Regulations, Title 14, section 15333
Reasons for Exemption
On December 19, 2025, the Contra Costa Resource Conservation District (CCRCD), the Lead Agency, determined that the Project is categorically exempt pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 14, section 15333. The Lead Agency determined that the Project meets certain qualifying criteria for the exemption. Pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.1(a), the Lead Agency is responsible for determining whether the Project is exempt from CEQA and that determination shall be final and conclusive on all persons, including Responsible Agencies. As a result, CDFW, acting as a Responsible Agency, is bound by the Lead Agency’s determination that the Project is exempt from CEQA.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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