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BOUQUET CANYON CREEK RESTORATION PROJECT
Website: www.dpw.lacounty.gov/wrd/Projects/BouquetCanyonCreek Email: [email protected]
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Bouquet Canyon Creek Restoration Project? The primary purpose of this project is to restore habitat in Bouquet Canyon Creek. An important component of this restoration is reestablishing the creek's flow pattern and flow-carrying capacity such that the now-dry reaches of the creek can again receive water. Reestablishing creek flows to the southern end of Bouquet Canyon would potentially increase fish habitat and replenish the groundwater wells of residents downstream of the project site. The flow pattern reestablishment would also prevent flow impacts to Bouquet Canyon Road during reservoir releases and during many storm events. Potential project activities may include; sediment removal, stream channel re-contouring, establishment of native plant communities, bioengineered stabilization structures, and development of in-channel habitat structures.
What is the status of the Bouquet Canyon Creek Restoration Project? What happened to the plans that were in place August 2016? In August 2016, the draft CEQA document for the project was released for public review. At that time, the project involved restoration of 6 pre-defined project areas. In response to comments received during the public review period, the proposed study area has been expanded to a continuous 8-mile reach to provide for more effective restoration. LACDPW has hired a consultant to conduct the investigations and analysis necessary to asses current characteristics of the expanded reach and develop alternatives. The status of the project and the anticipated project schedule are posted on the Bouquet Canyon Creek Website and will be updated regularly.
Will special status species, such as the Unarmored Three-spine Stickleback (UTS), be impacted? UTS are a Federal Endangered Species and California Fully Protected Species. The purpose of the project is to ultimately restore and enhance habitat for UTS along Bouquet Canyon Creek. Prior to initiating field investigations and construction, LACDPW will coordinate with the appropriate jurisdictional agencies to obtain permit authorizations and minimize impacts to protected species.
Can I enter the creek and clear the sediment deposition myself? There are state and federal protections on the area, as well as presence of UTS habitat. No persons or agencies are authorized to conduct work in the creek without obtaining approval from the appropriate jurisdictional agencies. In addition, approvals will only be granted for work associated with UTS habitat restoration as authorized by Assembly Bill 353.
Who can I contact to request a flow adjustment at Bouquet Reservoir? Bouquet Reservoir is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. Questions regarding the reservoir can be directed to:
Michael E. Grahek 661-824-7901 Mojave Office 760-873-0425 Owens Lake Office 213-792-4173 Cell Phone
FAQs
How can I receive updates on road status? Updates on the road closures are available on the Public Works Road Closure website. Sign up for automatic updates specific to Bouquet Canyon via Public Works' eNotify system and select the "Bouquet Canyon Information" option. The California Highway Patrol also sends messages on closures through its Nixle social media account. First responders, city managers, school district officials, and utility companies and local media outlets are all alerted prior to closures.
What alternative routes exist for communities during closures? Big Oaks Lodge and other local destinations are still accessible from the north. San Francisquito Canyon Road runs parallel to Bouquet Canyon Road and connects north of the road closure area via Spunky Canyon Road.
Is there emergency access during road closures? Law enforcement, fire, Forest Service and utility crews all have access to the closure area for official business and emergency response will remain unaffected.
How will road closures affect postal delivery and trash collection? The U.S. Postal Service, waste haulers and other service providers are notified prior to closures and are developing solutions to continue to provide their essential services to customers.
Who can I contact if road repairs are need? You can report all Road Maintenance issues to the local Road Division (RD 551) located in Quartz Hill at (661) 943-404. You can also report issues through the DPW website at htttp://dpw.lacounty.gov/contact or by calling the 24-hour dispatch line at 800-675-HELP (4357).
Who can I contact to report traffic violations? Patrols and infractions can be reported directly to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Please contact Captain Eric Broneer at (661) 948-8541 or [email protected].
Who can I contact if I have more questions regarding road closures? For more information regarding road closures please contact:
Allan Abramson LA County Public Works Principal Engineer 661-947-7173 [email protected]
STAY CONNECTED For more information regarding the Bouquet Canyon Creek Restoration project, please contact:
Email: [email protected] Project Website: www.dpw.lacounty.gov/wrd/Projects/BouquetCanyonCreek
