FY 2003 Columbia Cascade proposal 29016
Contents
Section 1. General administrative information
Section 2. Past accomplishments
Section 3. Relationships to other projects
Section 4. Budgets for planning/design phase
Section 5. Budgets for construction/implementation phase
Section 6. Budgets for operations/maintenance phase
Section 7. Budgets for monitoring/evaluation phase
Section 8. Budget summary
Reviews and Recommendations
Additional documents
| Title | Type |
|---|---|
| 29016 Narrative | Narrative |
| 29016 Powerpoint Presentation | Powerpoint Presentation |
Section 1. Administrative
| Proposal title | Return of Okanagan Sockeye Salmon to their historic range. |
| Proposal ID | 29016 |
| Organization | Colville Confederated Tribes/Okanagan Nation Fisheries Commission (CCT) |
| Proposal contact person or principal investigator | |
| Name | Christopher Fisher |
| Mailing address | P.O. Box 862 Omak, WA 98841 |
| Phone / email | 5094227427 / Anadromo@televar.com |
| Manager authorizing this project | Gerald Marco |
| Review cycle | Columbia Cascade |
| Province / Subbasin | Columbia Cascade / Okanogan |
| Short description | Plan, engineer and construct fish passage past dams. Screen the irrigation intake associated with the first dam. Monitor increase in fish production. |
| Target species | Sockeye salmon. |
Project location
| Latitude | Longitude | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 49.2578 | -119.6785 | Okanagan River between the towns of Oliver and Okanagan Falls, British Columbia |
| 48.99 | -119.72 | Okanagan River between the towns of Oliver and Okanagan Falls, British Columbia |
Reasonable and Prudent Alternatives (RPAs)
Sponsor-reported:
| RPA |
|---|
| N/A |
Relevant RPAs based on NMFS/BPA review:
| Reviewing agency | Action # | BiOp Agency | Description |
|---|
Section 2. Past accomplishments
| Year | Accomplishment |
|---|---|
| 2000 | Conducted a multi-agency scoping workshop. |
| 2000 | Designed a risk assessment program. |
| 2000 | Initiated disease sampling. |
| 2000 | Initiated fish inventory. |
| 2001 | Inventoried fish above and below McIntyre and Shaka Dam to assess risk of introducing exotics. |
| 2001 | Quantified spawning habitat above McIntyre Dam to determine potential fish production. |
| 2001 | Modelled life history of kokanee to predict competition between kokanee and sockeye. |
| 2001 | Sampled fish above and below McIntyre and Skaha Dam to determine risk of introducing new diseases. |
Section 3. Relationships to other projects
| Project ID | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 200001300 | Evaluation of an experimental re-introduction of sockeye salmon into Skaha Lake. | Canadian Fisheries Authorities have not authorized fish passage into Skaha Lake. Their decision (expected in late 2002) will depend upon results of project 200001300. |
Section 4. Budget for Planning and Design phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Select passage options & obtain approval - in principle | a. Outline options for by-pass, laddering and removal of McIntyre Dam b.Provide costs, benefits & risks c. Consult with Fisheries and Water Management Agencies d.Consult with landowners and other affected parties e. Select passage option. | 1 | $130,000 | Yes |
| 2. Design Structure & obtain final approval | a.Design, engineer and budget structure b. Obtain final approvals from agencies | 1 | $45,000 | Yes |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 0 | 0 | $0 |
Outyear budgets for Planning and Design phase
Section 5. Budget for Construction and Implementation phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | 0 | $0 |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Ladder, by-pass or remove McIntyre Dam | 4 | 4 | $90,000 |
| 2.Provide flood protection for 10 affected properties | 4 | 4 | $600,000 |
| 3.Provide screening of effected intake | 4 | 4 | $300,000 |
| 4. Re-construct fish ladder at Skaha Lake Dam | 4 | 4 | $30,000 |
| 5.Restore effected portions of Okanagan River with rock riffles | 4 | 4 | $120,000 |
| 6.Administration (10%) | 4 | 4 | $114,000 |
Outyear budgets for Construction and Implementation phase
| FY 2004 |
|---|
| $1,254,000 |
Section 6. Budget for Operations and Maintenance phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O & M will be contributed by Town of Oliver and Canadian Agencies | $0 |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 |
Outyear budgets for Operations and Maintenance phase
Section 7. Budget for Monitoring and Evaluation phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0 |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitor effectiveness by estimating increase in production. Determine number of adults passing dam and number of fry outmigrating from new spawning areas. | 2004 | 2007 | $80,000 |
Outyear budgets for Monitoring and Evaluation phase
| FY 2004 | FY 2005 | FY 2006 | FY 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 |
Section 8. Estimated budget summary
Itemized budget
| Item | Note | FY 2003 cost |
|---|---|---|
| Subcontractor | $175,000 | |
| $175,000 | ||
Total estimated budget
| Total FY 2003 cost | $175,000 |
| Amount anticipated from previously committed BPA funds | $0 |
| Total FY 2003 budget request | $175,000 |
| FY 2003 forecast from 2002 | $0 |
| % change from forecast | 0.0% |
Reason for change in estimated budget
N/A
Reason for change in scope
N/A
Cost sharing
| Organization | Item or service provided | Amount | Cash or in-kind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Oliver | Operation and Maintenance of Screens | $30,000 | in-kind |
| Canadian Fisheries and Water Management Agencies | Consultaion and Advice.Operation and Maintenance of Fish Ladders | $60,000 | in-kind |
Other budget explanation
This budget is based upon removal of McIntyre Dam ( the most expensive option). If alternate passage options are selected, costs will be lower.
Reviews and recommendations
This information was not provided on the original proposals, but was generated during the review process.
Recommendation:
Fundable - no response required
Fundable - no response required
Date:
Mar 1, 2002
Mar 1, 2002
Comment:
Fund. No response is needed. This is a clear, straightforward measure that will certainly pay off in increased and measurable numbers of anadromous fishes, and deserves high priority. The proposal is to provide fish passage at McIntyre Dam, either by providing fish ladders or by removal of the dam. This would open up 11 km of potential spawning and rearing habitat in Vaseau Lake and Okanogan River. Approval of Canadian fisheries agencies is required, but appears to be imminent, with mechanisms in place for communication and agreements. The projects is directly related to #2000001300 The Evaluation of an Experimental Re-introduction of sockeye salmon into Skaha Lake, which will apparently satisfy some Canadian concerns about possible disease transmission by migrating fish. It is estimated that the project would lead to an increase of 18,000 sockeye in the Okanogan Basin population.Comment:
The proposed budget for this project covers several alternatives. A less expensive alternative may be chosen through a public process. The project sponsor has indicated that 2004 budget could range from $400,000 to $1,274,000 depending on results from 2003. The project sponsor has reduced the request for 2004 by 75%.Comment:
Fund. A response was not needed. This is a clear, straightforward measure that will certainly pay off in increased and measurable numbers of anadromous fishes, and deserves high priority. The proposal is to provide fish passage at McIntyre Dam, either by providing fish ladders or by removal of the dam. This would open up 11 km of potential spawning and rearing habitat in Vaseau Lake and Okanogan River. Approval of Canadian fisheries agencies is required, but appears to be imminent, with mechanisms in place for communication and agreements. The projects is directly related to #2000001300 The Evaluation of an Experimental Re-introduction of sockeye salmon into Skaha Lake, which will apparently satisfy some Canadian concerns about possible disease transmission by migrating fish. It is estimated that the project would lead to an increase of 18,000 sockeye in the Okanogan Basin population.Comment:
Statement of Potential Biological Benefit to ESUPassage/Screen project will provide additional spawning and rearing habitat for Okanogan sockeye above an existing artificial barrier.
Comments
Seems cost effective for benefits. Especially notable for the coordination with the Canadian parties. Not for benefit of listed fish, so not FCRPS Biop project but may be very good for the non-listed sockeye.
Already ESA Req? No
Biop? No
Comment:
Recommend deferral to Subbasin PlanningComment: