Bureau of Reclamation Grant for Laguna Division Conservation Area

The Laguna Division Conservation Area has been approved as a new start project by the LCR MSCP Steering Committee. Natural Channel Design was previously selected to prepare a conceptual design which maximizes the creation of native riparian and marsh land cover types. This modification of agreement number 09FC3000003, originally dated January 27, 2009, will be in effect from February 26, 2010 thru December 31, 2014. This effort is consistent with the LCR MSCP effort to conserve and work towards the recovery of endangered species, and protect and maintain wildlife habitat on the lower Colorado River.

TASKS

1.1. Final Design (Report, Drawings & Specifications, O&M Manual):
1.1.1. Identify and collect additional data/information required for this project to continue forward. Such information might include new well data, topographic survey, water quality, soil samples, etc. as directed by Reclamation throughout project life.

1.1.2. Prepare final detailed report summarizing the project, project findings or conclusions, latest boundaries, background information, selection of alternatives information, and detailed grading, water control and delivery, planting and irrigation design, submitted to Reclamation. Prepare as built drawings upon completion and submit to Reclamation.

1.1.3. Prepare “construction-ready” design drawings, specifications, final quantities, cost estimates and other bid documents necessary for construction bidding/construction.

1.1.4. Develop and submit Operation Maintenance and Management Plan of the project site to Reclamation.

1.2. Section 401/404 Permit
1.2.1. Review wetland and jurisdictional delineation, biological evaluation, cultural resource reports prepared by others.
1.2.2. Prepare and submit application for 404 permit for earthwork, pipe installation, water control structures, and any other applicable documentation.
1.2.3. Prepare storm water pollution prevention plan.
1.2.4. Prepare and submit application for 401 permit for pertinent project construction tasks, and any other applicable documentation.

1.3. Provide Project Coordination to Reclamation:
Continue to analyze existing information/data, and provide project coordination between government agencies, irrigation districts, plant-growing (nursery) contractor, state agencies, and others as directed by Reclamation.

1.4. NEPA Compliance Documentation/Presentations
1.4.1. Provide NEPA compliance documentation to assist Reclamation compliance activities in the form of background and narrative of project.
1.4.2. Provide maps depicting project area, access roads, stockpile locations, and pipeline.
1.4.3. Provide description of site selection process of alternatives.

1.5. Provide Permits
1.5.1. Identify, prepare, and obtain all necessary permits required for this period. This includes submission of application of necessary documents and payment of associated fees. Permits include access permits, road permits, easements from state, county, or Federal agencies, or as directed by Reclamation.