WSP12360

• File Number: 8040.960
• Description: Section D General Studies - Dams
• State: CO
• Basin: Colorado Mainstem
• Water Division: 5
• Date: 4/11/2003
• Author: Denver Water
• Title: Williams Fork Hydroelectric Project - FERC Number 2204 - Scoping Document 1 - For the Relicensing of the Williams Fork Reservoir Hydroelectric Project
• Water Supply Pro - Doc Type: Report/Study

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Scoping Document]
Williams Fork Hydroelectric Project
FERC Project No. 2204

5.2.4 Fisheries Resources
Issue:

I. Are the existing minimum stream flow conditions adequate to maintain the
stream fishery within the FERC Project area?

., Are there any opportunities for enhancement of stream aquatic habitat within
the FERC Project area?

Studies:

1. Characterize the current fish population within the FERC Project area and
examine the current minimum stream flow conditions within the FERC
Project area.

2. Identify opportunities to enhance the aquatic habitat within the FERC Project
area.

5.2.5 Vegetation and Wildlife
Issues:

I. Will human effects on wildlife habitat change as a result of any proposed
recreational improvements within the FERC Project area?

2. What is the impact of noxious weed growth on wildlife habitat in the FERC
Project area?

Studies:

1. Conduct biological studies of wildlife habitat within the FERC Project area to
detennine if significant habitat loss will occur due to recreational
improvements.

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Identify the extent of noxious weeds and options for controlling noxious
weeds in the FERC Project area.

5.2.6 Threatened and Endangered Species & Species of Concern
Issue:

I. Will project operations or on-site facility improvements impact any threatened
and endangered species or species of concern?

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