FY07-09 proposal 200712700
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Section 1. Administrative
| Proposal title | Reestablish Connectivity and Restore Fish Habitat in the East Fork of the South Fork Salmon River Watershed |
| Proposal ID | 200712700 |
| Organization | Nez Perce Tribe DFRM Watershed Division |
| Short description | This project will reestablish fish passage through a 30-foot tall cascade using natural channel design and rehabilitate one mile of fish habitat through an anthropogenically degraded reach of the upper mainstem East Fork of the South Fork Salmon River. |
| Information transfer | Reports and presentations at professional conferences and public outreach |
| Proposal contact person or principal investigator | |
Contacts
| Contact | Organization | |
|---|---|---|
| Form submitter | ||
| Kent Werlin | Nez Perce Tribe DFRM - Watershed Division | kentw@nezperce.org |
| All assigned contacts | ||
| Arleen Henry | Nez Perce Tribe | arleenh@nezperce.org |
| Ira Jones | Nez Perce Tribe | iraj@nezperce.org |
| Kent Werlin | Nez Perce Tribe DFRM - Watershed Division | kentw@nezperce.org |
Section 2. Locations
Province / subbasin: Mountain Snake / Salmon
| Latitude | Longitude | Waterbody | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Fork South Fork Salmon River | The project reach is on the mainstem EFSFSR between Meadow Creek (upstream) and Sugar Creek (downstream) |
Section 3. Focal species
primary: Chinook Snake River Spring/Summer ESUprimary: Steelhead Snake River ESU
secondary: Westslope Cutthroat
secondary: Bull Trout
secondary: Rainbow Trout
secondary: Mountain Whitefish
Section 4. Past accomplishments
| Year | Accomplishments |
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Section 5. Relationships to other projects
| Funding source | Related ID | Related title | Relationship |
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| Other: IDEQ CWA 319 | [no entry] | Glory Hole and Meadow Creek Restoration Projects | The primary goal of this project has been to eliminate nonpoint source production of sediment and metals from historic mine roads, abandoned mill tailing, and mine waste dumps and improve fish habitat in the upper EFSFSR watershed. Over 3000 linear feet of stream channel was rehabilitated in 2004-05 along lower Meadow Creek, which is immediately upstream of the project site proposed herein. |
| BPA | 199604300 | The Johnson Creek Artificial Propagation Enhancement (JCAPE) | The Johnson Creek Artificial Propagation Enhancement (JCAPE) project was initiated in 1996 and has operated juvenile trapping facilities on Johnson Creek (Idaho) and an adult weir since 1998. This project has built a database that contains information about life history stages from redds to smolts. With the existing adult weir and juvenile PIT-tag data, index data can be generated about adult abundance from the adults returning to the natal stream. |
| BPA | 198909800 | Salmon Studies Id Rvrs IDFC | The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is a cooperator in the Idaho Supplementation Studies in Idaho Rivers project and currently operates screw traps to collect juvenile fish data from South Fork Salmon River. This project also marks a portion of juvenile migrants with PIT-tags for monitoring juvenile and adult migration. Additionally, the project conducts redd and carcass surveys for enumeration and location of redds and collection of biological data from carcasses. |
| Other: USFWS | 0002644 | Lower Snake River Compensation Plan (LSRCP) | Lower Snake River Compensation Plan (LSRCP)(USFWS project 0002644) involves the collection of adult data from the South Fork Salmon River since 1992 as part of a long term monitoring effort funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. |
| BPA | 199706000 | Clearwater Focus Watershed Np | This project coordinates watershed projects within the Nez Perce Tribe Treaty Territory. |
| Other: State of Idaho General Funds | [no entry] | Water quality assessment in the Stibnite mining area | The IDEQ has an ongoing project to sample water chemistry (e.g., metals, suspended sediments, etc.) on an annual basis at 8 sites in the mainstem EFSFSR and tributaries near the Stibnite site. This monitoring will assist with assessing the efficacy of the restoration project proposed herein. |
| Other: NOAA-CRP | NA05NMF4631021 | Idaho Anadromous Outreach: Community Partnerships, Education and Native Riparian Habitat Restoration | The primary elements of this project include volunteer-based native riparian habitat restoration on private and public lands and creation of an interactive, educational, dynamic and multimedia website. This project began April 2005 and ends spring - maybe fall - 2007. Native vegetation has been planted at the Stibnite site through this NOAA project |
| Other: CERCLA | NFMG-AR | CERCLA Removals and Reclamation at Stibnite Mine | This project will be administered by the USDA-Forest Service and includes a smelter stack removal and various other reclamation activities at the Stibnite Mine (2006-2008). |
| Other: USDA-Forest Service | NFMG12, NFRG12 | Stibnite Area Monitoring | The USDA Forest Service will be performing reclamation, substrate, temperature, and/or fish monitoring in and around the Stibnite Area (2006-2010). This project will be utilized for M&E and project efficacy analysis. |
| Other: CERCLA 104 | NFVWE4ST | Meadow Creek Relocation CERCLA Project | Removal of 0.75 mile of stream from exposure to heavy metals in the Stibnite Mining Area in 2005 ($2,000,000). This project was implemented along lower Meadow Creek, which is immediately upstream of the project site proposed herein. This project was completed by the USDA Forest Sevice through CERCLA 106 and USEPA funding. |
Section 6. Biological objectives
| Biological objectives | Full description | Associated subbasin plan | Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Improve bank stability to PFC standards | Problem 8, Objective 8C - Improve bank stability to properly functioning condition | Salmon | 8C1 - stabilize problem areas through riparian plantings, 8C2 - protect plantings from grazing and development, 8C3 - monitor and evaluate |
| Increase number of pieces of LWD | Problem 8, Objective 8A - Increase the number of pieces of LWD in reaches currently deficient, to volumes consistent with PFC ratings (> 20 pieces/mi.) | Salmon | 8A2 - "Enhance and rehabilitate riparian ecosystems," 8A3 - Artificially recruit LWD to stream channel if neccesary, 8A4 - Provide M&E for passive and active protection and rehabilitation efforts,45A1,45A2,45A3,45A4 |
| Protect cultural uses of natural resources | Socioeconomic Prob. 65, Objective 65 - Protect and foster both Indian and non-Indian cultural uses of natural resources in the Salmon subbasin. | Salmon | 65A1- Integrate information and education on important indian and non-indian culture, treaty rights, and historic and current resource use into project selection and implementation |
| Reduce concentrations of non-organic chemicals | Problem 11, Objective 11A - Reduce concentrations of non-organic chemicals to levels consistent with IDEQ beneficial use criteria. The Stibnite Mine is expressly mentioned as a “priority area,” and it is suggested that “mitigation efforts should include continued cleanup, removal and stabilization of mine tailings and waste rock deposited in the stream channel and floodplains, and stream channel rehabilitation.” (p. 52-53). | Salmon | 11A1 - “clean up and stabilize (through planting) ... tailings piles at active (and) inactive...sites,” 11A3 - “ensure adequate riparian areas exist both upstream and down stream of the affected site.” 11A4,8C1,8C2,8C3,8D1,51B2,51B3,51B4 |
| Reduce instream sedimentation | Problem 10, Objective 10A - Starting in important habitats, reduce instream sedimentation to levels meeting applicable water standards (e.g., TMDLs) and measures, with an established upward trend in the number of stream miles meeting such criterion by 2019. The upper EFSFSR is specifically identified as a “priority area” | Salmon | 10A4 - “identify and treat legacy effects from mining-related sedimentation,” 10A8 - “conduct implementation and effectiveness monitoring of projects designed to reduce sediment delivery to streams,” |
| Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage | Problem 12, Objective 12A - “Rehabilitate connectivity where it will benefit native fish populations, with emphasis on bull trout.” The Salmon Subbasin Plan states “disconnection of tributaries from mainstem reaches was identified by the Fisheries Technical Team as one of the most important factors limiting bull trout recovery and restricting anadromous salmonid use of potential habitat.” | Salmon | 12A1 - “reconnect waterways…define which structural barriers should be removed or modified first,” 12A2 - Use information obtained from implementation to obtain a better understanding of the ecological effects of the barrier(s) on focal species, |
| Restore degraded riparian areas | Problem 51, Objective 51B - The Subbasin Plan states "restore 50% of degraded riparian areas to proper functioning condition by 2019." Riparian area PFC provides: shade, LWM recruitment, habitat protection, and connectivity. The riparian plant community will have the vigor, health, composition and diversity to support these riparian values. | Salmon | 51B1 - Identify and prioritize riparian habitats for restoration, 51B2 - Restore riparian habitats, 51B3, 51B4 - Encourage landowners to replant native vegetation along degraded reaches, 51B8, 8A2,8A3, 8A4, 8B2, 8C1, 8D1, 9A13,45A2, 45A3, 45A4 |
| Revegetate tributaries and improve bank stability | Problem 43, Objective 43A - "Localized riparian issues exist in the South Fork Watershed." Revegetate tributary reaches in areas not dominated by rip-rap or road beds and improve bank stability along the mainstem. " (p. 70) Improve bank stablity to properly functioning condition (p. 47) | Salmon | 8C1 - Stabilize problem areas through riparian plantings, 8C2 - Ensure revegetation efforts succeed by protecting them from grazing and development, 8C3 - Perform M&E on project actions, 8D1,55B4,9A4 |
Section 7. Work elements (coming back to this)
| Work element name | Work element title | Description | Start date | End date | Est budget |
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| Coordination | Coordinate project activities | Coordinate all project activities (e.g., permits, design, construction, mobilization, revegetation, outreach, etc.) | 3/1/2007 | 2/28/2010 | $100,000 |
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| Manage and Administer Projects | Manage and administer project | Manage, administer, and oversee all aspects of the project (e.g., obtain permits, oversee design, construction, mobilization, revegetation, M&E, produce annual and status PICES reports, prepare statements of work, manage budgets, seek additional funding, etc.) | 3/1/2007 | 2/28/2010 | $120,000 |
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| Outreach and Education | Provide outreach and education for the public | Outreach and education will be provided for the public and to students (e.g., field trips, volunteer planting days, and presentations) | 5/1/2007 | 12/1/2009 | $35,000 |
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Biological objectives Protect cultural uses of natural resources |
Metrics * # of general public reached: 50 * # of students reached: 50 * # of teachers reached: 5 |
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| Produce Pisces Status Report | Produce PICES status reports | Quarterly reports to track project work will be submitted to BPA | 3/1/2007 | 2/28/2010 | $5,000 |
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| Produce Annual Report | Produce annual reports | Complete and submit annual reports to track project activity and accomplishments. | 3/1/2007 | 2/28/2010 | $5,000 |
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| Produce Design and/or Specifications | Produce final project designs | A final site survey and project designs for the step/pool channel and riparian restoration will be produced by a subcontractor. | 3/1/2007 | 3/1/2008 | $115,000 |
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Biological objectives Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage |
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| Produce Environmental Compliance Documentation | Provide NEPA, ESA compliance, and cultural clearance documentation as well as obtain relevant USACE 404 and State of Idaho 401permits | A collaborative effort with the USFS to develop NEPA, ESA, and cultural resource compliance documentation. BPA Watershed Checklists as well as Section 7 information will be completed and coordinated with BPA as needed. | 3/1/2007 | 8/1/2008 | $5,000 |
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| Mark/Tag Animals | Tag fish to analyze project efficacy | The USDA-Forest Service will use PIT tags to to document post-implementation movement of fish migration through the construction area (i.e., fish passage project). | 3/1/2008 | 2/28/2010 | $15,000 |
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Biological objectives Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage |
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| Collect/Generate/Validate Field and Lab Data | Collect data for project implementation and efficacy analysis | Baseline and post-implementation data on water quality parameters, geomorphology, and fish will be collected and compared/analyzed. Biological parameters such as snorkeling, redd surveys, electrofishing, and PIT tags will be used to facilitate the efficacy analysis. Photopoints will be established to demonstrate implementation success. | 3/1/2007 | 2/28/2010 | $20,000 |
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Biological objectives Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage |
Metrics Primary R, M, and E Type: Project Implementation/ Compliance Monitoring |
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| Trap and Haul | Perform fish salvage during implementation | Fish salvage will be conducted by the USDA-Forest Service prior to and during all in-stream implementation activities. | 7/1/2008 | 11/1/2008 | $0 |
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Biological objectives Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage |
Metrics * # of fish: as needed |
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| Install Fish Passage Structure | Reestablish connectivity and fish passage | A step/pool system will be constructed through a 30-foot tall cascade section of the EFSFSR to reestablish fish passage to 8 miles of spawning/rearing habitat | 6/1/2008 | 11/1/2008 | $335,000 |
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Biological objectives Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage |
Metrics * Does the structure remove or replace a fish passage barrier?: yes * Was barrier Full or Partial?: Full for primary focal species * # of miles of habitat accessed: 13.9 |
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| Realign, Connect, and/or Create Channel | Perform stream channel and streambank restoration | Improve fish habitat and bank stability through instream grade control, natural channel design, and reshaping streambanks. | 6/1/2008 | 11/1/2008 | $250,000 |
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Biological objectives Reduce instream sedimentation |
Metrics * # of stream miles before treatment: 1 |
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| Increase Instream Habitat Complexity | Install Large Woody Debris as needed | As necessary, install LWD in the stream channel and along the stream banks to increase habitat complexity | 6/1/2008 | 11/1/2008 | $20,000 |
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Biological objectives Increase number of pieces of LWD |
Metrics * # of stream miles treated: 1 |
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| Enhance Floodplain | Recontour, construct/ammend soils, and revegetate floodplain | A bankfull bench will be created, floodplain will be recontoured, soils will be created/ammended, and floodplain will be planted with rooted stock and dormant hardwood cuttings. | 8/1/2008 | 11/1/2009 | $32,000 |
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Biological objectives Restore degraded riparian areas |
Metrics * # of acres treated: 50 |
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| Plant Vegetation | Revegetate degraded riparian area | Will entail local seed and cutting collection, site-adapted plants grown out by a local nursery, topsoil building with mulch and compost, and planting in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service, IDFG, and local volunteers | 8/1/2008 | 11/1/2009 | $90,000 |
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Biological objectives Improve bank stability to PFC standards Reduce concentrations of non-organic chemicals Revegetate tributaries and improve bank stability |
Metrics * # of riparian miles treated: 2 |
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| Analyze/Interpret Data | Perform project implementation and efficacy analysis | Analyze biological, physical, and water quality data collected to determine project efficacy | 3/1/2009 | 2/28/2010 | $0 |
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Biological objectives Rehabilitate connectivity & improve fish passage |
Metrics Primary R, M, and E Type: Action Effectiveness Research |
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Section 8. Budgets
Itemized estimated budget
| Item | Note | FY07 | FY08 | FY09 |
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| Personnel | Project Lead, Support Staff, and Technical Staff Salaries | $71,000 | $58,700 | $71,000 |
| Fringe Benefits | Nez Perce Tribe Employee Fringe | $21,300 | $17,600 | $21,300 |
| Supplies | Supplies, materials, equipment, etc. | $41,000 | $5,200 | $28,200 |
| Travel | to and from work site, BPA meetings, coordination meetings, GSA Vehicle, etc. | $13,000 | $11,000 | $11,000 |
| Other | Training | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Other | Consultants and Contracts | $128,000 | $365,000 | $155,000 |
| Overhead | Nez Perce Tribe Indirect Rate | $43,700 | $27,700 | $39,300 |
| Other | Office Space Rental | $6,000 | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Totals | $325,000 | $489,200 | $332,800 | |
Total estimated FY 2007-2009 budgets
| Total itemized budget: | $1,147,000 |
| Total work element budget: | $1,147,000 |
Cost sharing
| Funding source/org | Item or service provided | FY 07 est value ($) | FY 08 est value ($) | FY 09 est value ($) | Cash or in-kind? | Status |
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| IDEQ | Water chemistry analysis | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 | In-Kind | Confirmed |
| IDFG | Volunteer planting and riparian restoration work | $0 | $10,000 | $20,000 | In-Kind | Confirmed |
| USDA-Forest Service | Project M&E, fish salvage, substrate/temp M&E, NEPA & ESA documentation, smelter stack removal, etc. | $550,000 | $150,000 | $150,000 | In-Kind | Under Review |
| Totals | $560,000 | $170,000 | $180,000 | |||
Section 9. Project future
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FY 2010 estimated budget: $35,000 FY 2011 estimated budget: $35,000 |
Comments: For M&E and supplimentary riparian plantings |
Future O&M costs:
Termination date: 2/28/2015
Comments: Fish passage and channel restoration projects will be complete. Monitoring and evaluation will be necessary for at least 5 years. Additional riparian/floodplain planting may be neccesary for 1 to 3 years after the life of the project.
Final deliverables: Final report documenting the completion of fish passage, channel restoration, and riparian revegetation projects with before/after photopoints and fish M&E data.
Section 10. Narrative and other documents
Reviews and recommendations
| FY07 budget | FY08 budget | FY09 budget | Total budget | Type | Category | Recommendation |
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| NPCC FINAL FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS (Oct 23, 2006) [full Council recs] | ||||||
| $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | Expense | ProvinceExpense | Do Not Fund |
| NPCC DRAFT FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS (Sep 15, 2006) [full Council recs] | ||||||
| $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ProvinceExpense | ||
ISRP PRELIMINARY REVIEW (Jun 2, 2006)
Recommendation: Fundable
NPCC comments: This project is to provide fish passage for steelhead, chinook and bull trout past an old mine site. This seems like heroic engineering, but that may be what is required in this instance. Future M&E will be critical to know if the passage section is functioning as predicted and to monitor fish use in the section above the new passage. Reviewers remain concerned about whether BPA has funding responsibility for this entire project, the benefits to fish (bull trout) that may already have passage (albeit limited), and about the amount of available habitat upstream of the project relative to the cost of the project.
ISRP FINAL REVIEW (Aug 31, 2006)
Recommendation: Fundable
NPCC comments: This project is to provide fish passage for steelhead, chinook and bull trout past an old mine site. This seems like heroic engineering, but that may be what is required in this instance. Future M&E will be critical to know if the passage section is functioning as predicted and to monitor fish use in the section above the new passage. Reviewers remain concerned about whether BPA has funding responsibility for this entire project, the benefits to fish (bull trout) that may already have passage (albeit limited), and about the amount of available habitat upstream of the project relative to the cost of the project.