SPA 124 Permit Decision Notice: Turkey Creek Berm Removal and Bank Stabilization EWP
May 31, 2024 4:05 PM
The Stillwater County Conservation District has proposed a project consisting of removing approximately 600 cubic yards (CY) of stockpiled streambed material upstream and downstream of the existing Turkey Creek Drive Bridge that was placed as “Emergency Protection” during and following the June 2022 flood. After removal of the existing streambed material, approximately 280 linear feet (LF) of revetment will be installed between the existing Turkey Creek Drive Bridge and private deck. This project is necessary to reinforce the streambank of the property, which was heavily eroded in the historic June 2022 flooding on East Rosebud Creek. The “Emergency Protection” installed during and following the flood is not suitable rock to protect the bank from future flooding and the stockpiled material extends above the original bank elevation. The existing Turkey Creek Drive Bridge and private deck on the property is at risk of erosion due to its proximity to the creek.
Based on the environmental review provided in the Draft EA, and, to the greatest extent possible, in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies, FWP determined the proposed action (Alternative 2), will not have significant adverse impacts on the human environment associated with the proposed action and constitutes a reasonable and appropriate strategy to achieve identified objectives. Therefore, preparation of an environmental impact statement or EIS is unnecessary.
FWP hereby adopts the Draft EA as final and approves Alternative 2, the Proposed Action.