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WETLAND REPORT
SR 101 Walker's Creek Bridge Replacement
Jefferson County, WA
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February 2007
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INTRODUCTION
This report contains a description of a wetland and its associated buffet in the
vicinity of Walker's Creek Bridge on State Ro~te (SR) 101. It contains content for
permit submittal, and will help inform the design process so that impacts can be
minimized or avoided to the degree possible.
PROPOSED PROJECT
The purpose of the project is to replace the Walker's Creek bridge along the present
SR 101 alignment (Appendix B). The proposed bridge design includes a new bridge
width of 43 feet, 18 feet on the east side, and 25 feet on the west. The new bridge
will be 165 feet long, compared to the present 78 feet long.
· Clearing and grubbing of existing roadside vegetation
· Removal of the existing wood truss bridge
· Construction of the new concrete and steel bridge
· Paving with asphalt concrete
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Principal items of work will include the following elements:
SETTING
The project is situated in the northeastern portion of the Olympic Peninsula, along
the west side of Hood Canal, just south of the town of Brimi.on. Dosewallips State
Park is located north of the site, and the Olympic Mountains are to the west, and
Hood Canal to the east.
Current land use in the area consists of single family residences, small scale
commercial uses, and tracts of undeveloped second growth forest. Drainage in the
area is mainly from west to east, with flow in the direction of Hood Canal. Wetlands
delineated in the project vicinity include an estuarine system associated with Hood
Canal.
SOILS
Soils in the general vicinity are dominated by gravelly sandy loam that formed in
compact glacial till. Soils in the project area are mapped in the Soil Survey of
Jefferson County Area, Washington (USDA, 1975) as Hoodsport very gravelly sandy
loam, 15-30% slopes. The Hoodsport series is described as moderately well drained,
and have a very slowly permeable cemented layer at a depth of 20 to 36 inches. In a
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WETLANDS
Field work was completed during a site visit on July 31,2006. Wetland
determinations were made using observable vegetation, hydrology, and soils, in
conjunction with data from the National Wetland Inventory maps of the u.s. Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Soil Survey for Jefferson County of the National
Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), and USGS topographic maps. Although the
NWI map was consulted, there were no wetlands mapped in the areas of concern.
Wetland delineations were made in accordance with the U.5. Army Corps of
Engineers Manual (Environmental Laboratory, 1987), and the 1997 Washington State
Wetlands Identification and Delineation Manual (W5DOE, 1997).
One jurisdictional wetland is involved in this project adjacent to Walker's Creek.
The wetland is described below and shown on the site map (Appendix B). It is also
classified according to the USFWS system (Cowardin et al. 1979). Wetland
categories are according to the Washington State Department of Ecology rating
system (WSDOE 2004) and are found in Appendix A. Wetland functions were
assessed using the Wetlands Functions Characterjzation Tool for Linear Projects (Null et
al. 2000). A summary of the functionS assessment results is also provided in
Appendix A. A vicinity map and a plan sheet showing the wetland..and buffer are
included in Appendix B.
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This wetland is part of an estuarine, high salt marsh system assoCiatejgrsr~llrd~
Walker's Creek and Hood Canal. The wetland begins east of SR 101, along the
Walker's Creek corridor where the creek spreads out as it flows into Hood Canal.
Because the wetland is part of a large estuarine system along the Hood Canal
shoreline, it is difficult to estimate its actual size. Likely, the wetland is larger than
15 but less than 20 acres in size. The wetland is a.mosaic of mudflats and emergent
vegetation.
Vegetation in the wetla:t;ld is d~pendent on elevation, with an Aster species growing
along the wetland/upland boundary, while Lyngbye's sedgeand perennial saltwort
are rooted 1-2 feet lower in elevation. Nootka rose and Sitka willow were growing
along the wetland boundary, east of the highway.
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Figure 2.
Northeast Corner under Walker Creek Bridge
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Figure 4.
Wetland A looking east.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
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To minimize impacts to wetlands, vegetation, streams, and fish and wildlife habitats,
the following measures are .recommended:
1. Use standard erosion control techniques during construction.
2. . Leave as much native vegetation as possible in the right of way to
preserve wildlife habitat and provide a buffer of vegetation.
3. Minimize clearing of trees. Unavoidable clearing should be mitigated by
planting suitable native trees along nonforested sections of right of way
within the project area.
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WSDOT. 2004. Environmental procedures manual. Publication # M31-11.
Washington State Department of Transportation, Olympia, W A.
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov /fasc/EngineeringPublications/Manuals/EPM/E
PM.htm
Washington State Department of Ecology. 1997. Washington State Wetlands
Identifcation and Delineation Manual. Publication #96-94.
Washington State Department of Transportation. 1979. Directives D 22-27 and 31-
12 (HR), "Protection of Wetlands". WSDOT, Olympia, Wash.
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DATA FORM
ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION
(1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Do Normal Circumstances exist on the site?
Is the site significantly disturbed (Atypical Situation)?
Is Area a Potential Problem Area? (If needed, explain on reverse)
Date: Jul 31,2006
County: Jefferson
State: WA
No Community ID: Wetland A
No Transect ID:
No / - Plot ID: DP# 1
Project Site:
Applicant/Owner:
Investigator:
VEGETATION
Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator Sub-{lominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1 Argentina anserlna Herb OBL 8 Rubus sDectabifis FACW
2 Carex Iyngbyel . Herb OBL 9 Rosa nutkana FAC
3 Deschamps/a caespltosa Herb FACW 10 Saficornla vlrolnlca OBL
4 Aster sp. Herb 11 .
5 12
6 13
7 14
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW or FAC (excluding FAC-): 75%
Remarks:
HYDROLOGY
Recorded Data (describe in Remarks)
o Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge
o Aerial Photographs
o Other
o No recorded data available
Field Observations:
Depth of Surface Water:
Depth to Free Water in Pit:
Depth to Saturated Soil:
o
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saturated
throughout
Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Prima Indicators:
o Inundated
Saturated in Upper 12 inches
Water Marks
Drift Lines
Sediment Deposits
x Drainage Patters in Wetlands
Secondary Indicators (2 or more required):
W. Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12"
o Water-Stained Leaves
o Local Soil Survey Data
o FAC-Neutral Test .
o Other (explain In remarks)
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Remarks:
SOILS
Map Unit Name (Series and Phase): Non-mapped area (tidal flats) Drainage Class: Moderately well drained Circle
Taxonomy (Subgroup): Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type? Yes No.
Profile Descriotion:
Deoth linches I Matrix Color Mottle Colors Mottle Abundancel Size/Contrast
Horizon (Munsell Moistl (Munsell Moistl Texture, Concretions, Structure, etc.
Oc18 A - - - Gravel, Cobble .
18-22 B 10YR4/1 - - Clay
~ric Soil Indicators: III H'gh 00"'0 ConIe~ '" Swfao. ",yo< '" Sa"" So"
~ Histosol ; Rod,"", CondItio~
,...Q... Histic Epipedon X Gleyed or Low-Chroma Colors o Organic Streaking in Sandy Soils
,...Q... Sulfidic Odor o Matix chroma < 2 with mottles o Listed on National/Local Hydric Soils List
.....Q... Aquatic Moisture Regime o Mg or Fe Con~etions o Other (explain in remarks)
Remarks: It is noted in the NRCS soil survey that there are areas of unnamed hydric soils within the Cloquallum Silt Loam unit.
- WETLAND DETERMINATION
Hydrophytic Vegetation Present?
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Hydric Soils Present?
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Yes
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Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland? em Yes [ID No
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WETLAND RATING FORM - WESTERN WASHINGTON
Name of wetland (if known): SR 101 Walker Creek Bridge Replacement
Person(s) Rating Wetland: P. Dreisbach
Affiliation: WSDOT
Date of site visit:7/31/06
SUMMARY OF RATING
Category based on FUNCTIONS provided by wetland
I II III IV
Category I = Score> 70 Score for Water Quality Functions
Category II = Score 51 - 69 Score for Hydrologic Functions
Category III = Score 30 - 50 Score for Habitat Functions
Category IV = Score < 30 TOTAL Score for Functions
Category based on SPECIAL CHARACTERISTCS of Wetland
I X II Does not apply
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Final Category (choose the "highest" category from above") 1
Check the appropriate type and class of wetland being rated.
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Estuarine
Natural Herita e Wetland
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Mature Forest
Old Growth Forest
Coastal La oon
Interdunal
None of the above
De ressional
Riverine
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Does the wetland being rated meet any of the criteria below?
If you answer YES to any of the questions below you will need to protect the wetland according to the
re ulations regarding the s ecial characteristics found in the wetland.
SPl. Has the wetland been documented as a habitat for any Federally listed Threatened or
Endangered plant or animal species (TIE species)?
For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the wetland is on the appropriate
state or federal database.
SP2. Has the wetland been documented as habitat for any State listed Threatened or Endangered
plant or anima/species? For the purposes of this rating system, "documented" means the
wetland is on the ap ro riate state database;
SP3. Does the wetland contain individuals 0 Priorit s ecies listed by the WDFW or the state?
SP4. Does the wetlandhavea l~cal significance in addition to itsfunctions? For eXlllllI>le, t4e
wetland has been identified in the Shoreline MasterProgram, the Critic~IAreas()rdinance, or
in a local manage1ll~ntI>l~n as~~vi~~sI>ecialsignificance. Yes, .this wetlandispartof ,the
Pu et StmndNationill Estu P:rpgram,.
To complete the next part of the data sheet you will need to determine the
Hydrogeomorphic Class of the wetland being rated.
The hydro geomorphic classification groups wetlands in to those that function in similar ways. This simplifies the questions
needed to answer how well the wetland functions. The Hydrogeomorphic Class of a wetland can be determined using the key
below. . See p. 24 for more detailed instructions on classifying wetlands.
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WetIand Rating Form - western Washington (11/04)
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CATEGORIZATION BASED ON SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS\{ \~~~ '1t11 \> {~l)
Please determine if the wetland meets the attributes described below l'~ 1 2 208l
and circle the appropriate answers and Category.
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Wetland ill: A_ Project:
SR 101 Walker's Creek Bridge
Assessed By: P.D. Date: 12MAR 1 2 20n?
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Flood flow This estuarine wetland does not have the
alteration N physical characteristics to alter flood
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Sediment carried from Walker's Creek
Sediment removal y 3,4,6 X Bridge is likely trapped in the varied
topography and persistent emergent
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Nutrient and toxic The wetland likely treats toxins entering
removal y 1,4 X from both Walker's Creek and Hood
Canal.
Erosion control & The wetland functions to stabilize the
shoreline Y 1,2 X shoreline on Hood Canal.
stabilization
Production of Organic matter produced in the wetland
organic matter and y 1,4,6 X is flushed to other surface waters by the
its export tide.
General habitat y 1,3,7 A variety of wildlife likely use this
suitability estuary as habitat.
The mudflats, the incoming stream,
Habitat for aquatic y 1,2,4,5,6 X gravel and rocks, ponded water, and
invertebrates emergent vegetation likely provide good
invertebrate habitat.
Habitat for N The wetland is not good amphibian
amphibians habitat due to the salinity.
Habitat for Racoons and other small mammals likely
wetland-associated y 5
mammals use the wetland for foraging.
Habitat for The wetland has many characteristics
wetland-associated y 1,2,5,6,8 X including food sources to make it good
birds wetland bird habitat.
General fish Wetland has characteristic to make it
habitat y 1,2,3,4,5 X good habitat for resident and anadromous
fish.
Native plant y 1 Dominant plants are native.
richness
Educational or N Insufficient access.
scientific use
Uniqueness y y Puget Sound National Estuary Program
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Appendix C - Hydraulic Project Approval (#107439-2)
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RCW 77.55.021 - Appeal pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW
Coastal
48 Devonshire Road
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4628
Washington
Department of
FISH and
WILDLIFE
H'n)RAULlC PROJECT APPROVAL
Issue Date: January 05, 2007
Project Expiration Date: September 30, 2010
Control Number:
FPAlPublic Notice #:
1 07439-2
N/A
PERMITTEE
AUTHORIZED AGENT OR CONTRACTOR
Washington State Department of Transportation
ATTENTION: Jeff Sawyer
PO Box 47417
Olympia, WA 98501-7417
360-507-6701
" Fax:360-570-6697
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Project Name:
Project Description:
Walker Creek Bridge Replacement - Hwy 101
Replace an existing timber-treated-trestle bridge with a concrete bridge.
PROVISIONS
1. TIMING LIMITATIONS: The project may begin Immediately and shall be completed by
September 30, 2010, provided: work below the ordinary high water line shall only occur between
July 1 st and September 30th of calendar years 2007 through 2010.
2. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: The Area Habitat Biologist (AHB) listed below shall receive
written notification (FAX or mail) from the person to whom this Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) is
issued (permittee) or the agent/contractor no less than three working days prior to the start of
construction activities. The notification shall include the permittee's name, project location, starting
date for work, and the control number for thisHPA. "
3. Work shall be accomplished per plans, specifications and description of work approved by the
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife entitled "Walker Creek Bridge "1 01/263 -
Replacement", except as modified by this Hydraulic Project Approval. A copy of these plans shall
be available on site during construction.
BRIDGE REMOVAL
4. Removal of the existing bridge structure shall be accomplished so that the structure and
associated material does not enter the stream.
5. AU materials associated with the bridge removal (sawdust, drillings, trimmings, aggregate) shall
be contained using tarps or other impervious barrier materials. This containment will prevent the
materials from contacting the bed or waters of the state.
. .6. Removal shaH be accomplished by mechanical means. This HPA does not authorize blasting.
7. Pilings from the old bridge within the ordinary high water line of the stream shall be removed.
NEW BRIDGE INSTALLATION
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RCW 77.55.021 . Appeal pursuant to Chapter 34.0.5 RCW
Coastal
48 Devonshire Road
Montesano, '<<~J8.~fl' '-~fT"1Tr\Ttvp
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\ Department of
FISH and
WILDLIFE
Hy ORAULlC PROJECT APPROVAL
Issue Date: January 05, 2007
Project Expiration Date: September 30, 2010
Control Number:
FPAlPublic Notice #:
107439-2
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8. The bridge structure shall be placed in a manner to minimize damage to the streambed and
banks.
9. Excavation for and placement of the foundation and superstructure shall be outside the ordinary
high water line.
10. Excavation for the footings shall be completely separated from the stream by placing the
footings landward of the top of the bank.
11. The bridge shall be constructed to pass the 100-year peak flow with consideration of debris ,
likely to be encountered.
12. Abutments, piers, piling, sills, approach fills, etc., shall not constrict the flow and cause any
appreciable increase (not to exceed 0.2 feet) in backwater elevation (calculated at the 100-year
flood) or channel-wide scour, and shall be aligned to cause the least effect on the hydraulics of the
stream.
EQUIPMENT
13. Equipment used for this project may operate below the ordinary high water line (OHWL),
provided the drive mechanisms (wheels, tracks, tires, etc) shall not enter or operate below the
OHWL. Equipment crossings of the stream are not authorized by this HPA.
14. Equipment used for this project shall be free of externalpetroleum-basedproductswhile
working around the canal. Equipment shall be checked daily for leaks (hydraulic fluid, diesel fuel,
etc.) and any necessary repairs shall be completed prior to commencing work activities.
WATER QUALITY AND SITE RESTORATION
15. All work on the new bridge shall be accomplished in a manner that does not allow any material
to enter below the ordinary high water lineof the stream.
16. Fresh concrete or concrete by-products shall not be allowed to enter the stream at any time
during the project. All forms used for concrete shall be completely sealed to prevent the possibility
of fresh concrete getting into the stream.
17. Extreme care shall be taken to ensure that no dirt, mud, grout, preservatives, paint, paint
products, chemicals, or any other toxic or deleterious materials are allowed to enter or leach into
the stream. Treated wood and metal shavings resulting from the drilling of holes shall also be totally
contained and removed from the work site.
18. The use of drop cloths or similar impermeable devices shall be used as necessary to achieve
compliance with Provision #17.
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.. Washington
': Department of
FISH and.
WilDLIFE
H'r iJRAULlC PROJECT APPROVAL
Coastal
48 Devonshire Road
Issue Date: January 05, 2007
Project Expiration Date: September 30,2010
Control. Number:
FP AlPublic Notice #:
107439-2
N/A
Montesano, WjR Bd" VW\{ (1B~ 'f >>.
(360) 249-4621 ~ lU1 Jl V I
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MAR 1 2 2001
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RCW 77.55.021 ,Appeal pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW
19. All waste mat~rial such as construction debris, silt, excess dirt, or overburden resulting from the
project shall be deposited above the limits of flood water in an approved upland disposal site.
20. Every effort shall be taken during all phases of this project to ensure that sediment-laden water
is not allowed to enter the stream.
21. Erosion control methods shall be used to prevent sediment-laden water from entering the
stream. These may include, but are not limited to, straw bales, silt fencing, and/or immediate
mulching of exposed areas. Waters downstream of the work area shall not be adversely affected by
project activities. .
22. If high flow conditions that may cause siltation are encountered, work shall stop until the flow
subsides. Project activities shall not degrade water quality downstream to the detriment of fish life.
23. If, at any time as a result of project activities, fish are observed in distress, a fish kill occurs, pr
water quality problems develop (including equipment leaks or spills), operations shall cease and
the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife at (360) 902-2537, and the Washington
Department of Ecology at 1-800-258-5990, shall be contacted immediately. Work shall not resume
until further approval is given by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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PROJECT tOCA TIONS
Location #1 mp 307.14 US 101
WORK START:, January 05, 2007 IWORKEND: September 30, 2010
WRIA: Waterbody: Tributary to:
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16.0441 Walker Creek
1/4 SEe: Section: Township: Range: Latitude: longitude: .County:
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SE 1/4 02 25 N 02W N 47.68289 W'122.89970 Jefferson
Location #1 Driving Directions
From Brinnon, travel on hwy 101 to mp 307.14
NOTES
This HPA supersedes all previous HPAs issued forthis project.
APPLY TO ALL HYDRAULIC PROJECT APPROVALS
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RCW 77.55.021 - Appeal pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW
Coastal
48 Devon.shl.re Road. 'G-\\\\ tlE~')
Montesanoi,WJ) ~M '\ \1; dl \'V '
(360) 249-6 It)\\ . )1 .jf
Washington
Department of
FISH and
WILDLIFE
H y ORAULlC PROJECT APPROVAL
Issue Date: January 05, 2007
Project Expiration Date: September 30,2010
Control Number:
FPAlPublic Notice #:
1 07439-2
N/A
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This Hydraulic Project Approval pertains only to those requirements of the Washington State Hydraulic Code,
specifically Chapter 77.55 RCW (formerly RCW 77.20). Additional authorization from other public agencies may be
necessary for this project. The person(s) to whom this Hydraulic Project Approval is issued is responsible for applying
for and obtaining any additional authorization from other public agencies (local, state and/or federal) that may be .
necessary for this project.' .
This Hydraulic Project Approval shall be available on the job site at all times and all its provisions followed by the
person(s) to whom this Hydraulic Project Approval is issued and operator(s) performing the work.
This Hydraulic Project Approval does not authorize trespass.
The person(s) to whom this Hydraulic Project Approval is issued and operator(s) performing the work may be held
liable for any loss or damage to fish life or fish habitat that results from failure to comply with the provisions of this
Hydraulic Project Approval. '
Failure to comply with the provisions of this Hydraulic Project Approval could result in a civil penalty of up to one
hundred dollarsper day and/or a gross misdemeanor charge, possibly punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.
All Hydraulic Project Approvals issued pursuant toRCW 77.55.021 (EXCEPT agricultural irrigation, stock watering or
bank stabilization projects) or 77.55.141 are subject to additional restrictions, conditions or revocation if the Department
of Fish and Wildlife determines that new biological or physical information indicates the need for such action. The
person(s) to whom this Hydraulic Project Approval is issued has the right pursuant to Chapter 34.04 RCW to appeal
. such decisions. All agricultural irrigation, stock watering or bank stabilization Hydraulic Project Approvals issued
pursuant to RCW 77.55.021 may be modified by the Department of Fishand Wildlife due to changed conditions after
consultation with the person(s) to whom this Hydraulic Project Approval is issued: PROVIDED HOWEVER, that such
modifications shall be subject to appeal to the Hydraulic Appeals Board established in f:{CW 77.55.301.
APPEALS INFORMATION
If you wish to appeal the issuance or denial of, or conditions provided in a Hydraulic Project Approval, there are
informal and formal appeal processes available.
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A. INFORMAL APPEALS (WAC 220-110-340) OF DEPARTMENT ACTIONS TAKEN PURSUANTTO RCW 77.55.021,
77.55.141,77.55.181, and 77.55.291: A person who is aggrieved or adversely affected by the following Department
actions may request an informal review of: ...
(A) The denial or issuance of a Hydraulic Project Approval, or the conditions or provisions made part of a Hydraulic
Project Approval; or
(B) An order imposing civil penalties. A request for an INFORMAL REVIEW shall be in WRITING to the Department
of Fish and Wildlife HPA Appeals Coordinator, 600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, Washington 98501-10~1 and shall be
RECEIVED by the Department within 30 days of the denial or issuance of a Hydraulic Project Approval or receipt of an
orderimposing civil ,penalties. If agreed to by the aggrieved party, and the aggrieved party is the Hydraulic Project
Approval applicant, resolution of the concerns will be facilitated through discussions with the Area Habitat Biologist and
his/her supervisor. If resolution is not reached, or the aggrieved party is not the Hydraulic Project Approval applicant,
the Habitat Technical Services Division Manager or his/her designee shall conduct a review and recommend a decision
to the Director or his/her designee. If you are not satisfied with the results of this informal appeal, a formal appeal may
be filed.
B. FORMAL APPEALS (WAC 220-110-350) OF DEPARTMENT ACTIONS TAKEN PURSUANT TO RCW 77.55.021
(EXCEPT agricultural irrigation, stock watering or bank stabilization projects) or 77.55.291:
A person who is aggrieved or adversely affected by the following Department actions may request a formal review of:
(A) The denial or issuance of a Hydraulic Project Approval, or the conditions or provisions made part of a l:lydraulic
Project Approval;
(B)An order imposing civil penalties; or
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RCW 77.55.021 - Appeal pursuant to Chapter 34.05 RCW
Coastal
48 Devonshire Road
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4628
Washington
Department of
o FISH and
WILDLIFE
HyORAULlC PROJECT APPROVAL
Issue Date: January 05, 2007
Project Expiration Date: September 30,2010
Control Number:
FPAlPublic Notice #:
107439-2
N/A
(C) Any other 'agency action' for which an adjudicative proceeding is required under the Administrative Procedure
Act, Chapter 34,05 RCW.
A request for a FORMAL APPEAL shall be in WRITING to the Department of Fish and Wildlife HPA Appeals
Coordinator, shall be plainly labeled as 'REQUEST FOR FORMAL APPEAL' and shall be RECEIVED DURING
OFFICE HOU RS by the Department at 600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, Washington 98501-1091, within 30-days of
the Department action that is being challenged. The time period for requesting a formal appeal is suspended during
consideration of a timely informal appeal. If there has been an informal appeal, the deadline for requesting a formal
appeal shall be within 30-days of the date of the Department's written decision in response to the informal appeal.
C. FORMAL APPEALS OF DEPARTMENT ACTIONS TAKEN PURSUANT TO RCW 77.55.021 (agricultural irrigation,
stock watering or bank stabilization only), 77.55.141, 77.55.181, or 77.55.241: A person who is aggrieved or adversely
affected by the denial or issuance of a Hydraulic Project Approval, or-the conditions or provisions made part of a
Hydraulic Project Approval may request a formal appeal. The request for FORMAL APPEAL shall be in WRITING to
the Hydraulic Appeals Board per WAC 259-04 at Environmental Hearings Office, 4224 Sixth Avenue SE, Building Two -
Rowe Six, Lacey, Washington 98504; telephone 360/459-6327.
D. FORMAL APPEALS OF DEPARTMENT ACTIONS TAKEN PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 43.21 L RCW: A person
who is aggrieved or adversely affected by the denial or issuance of a Hydraulic PrOject Approval, or the conditions or
provisions made part of a Hydraulic Project Approval may request a formal appeal. The FORMAL APPEAL shall be in
accordance with the provisions of Chapter 43.21 L RCW and Chapter 199-08 WAC. The request for FORMAL APPEAL
shall be in WRITING to the Environmental and Land Use Hearings Board at Environmental Hearings Office,
Environmental and Land Use Hearings Board, 4224 Sixth Avenue SE, Building Two - Rowe Six, P.O. Box 40903,0
Lacey, Washington 98504; telephone 360/459-6327.
E. FAILURE,TO APPEAL WITHIN THE REQUIRED TIME PERIODS results in forfeiture of all appeal rights. If there is 0
no timely request for an appeal, the department action shall be final and unappealable.
ENFORCEMENT: Sergeant Henry ( ) P2
Habitat 0 Biologist
Theresa Powell 360-417 -1434
CC: Jefferson Co DCD
Marty Ereth, Skokomish Tribe Natural Resources
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