Stream Care Guide:

Management Tips for Streamside Property Owners

Regulatory Agencies

Before modifying a stream in any way contact the Department of Fish & Game. Contact your public works department if you are working in an area with flood problems. For new construction, contact your planning department to see if your community has setback (50 to 100 feet) or other requirements. If you are proposing to place any fill in a waterway contact the Army Corps of Engineers.

Agencies and Permit Information

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

The Army Corps of Engineers issues permits for work done in waters under their jurisdiction.

Clean Water Act, Section 404 permit may be required.

California Department of Fish & Game
Region 2 Office

Report fish and game violations to: CalTlP (800) 952-5400

Wardens and biologists can issue permits (Stream Alteration Permit, #1603) for streambank alterations. Biologists can also provide free practical advice on making effective repairs that reduce erosion and help wildlife.

Permit must be obtained before you take anything out of or put anything into a stream.

Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board

Issues water quality certifications (or waivers) for all permits issued by the Army Corps of Engineers, to ensure that Corps permits meet all state water quality standards (Clean Water Act, Section 401).

Placer County Department of Public Works

Contact for information and assistance if you are working in an area with flood problems.

Issues any and all necessary grading permits that may be required for any work on a streambank.

Placer County Planning Department

County ordinances require a permit for any work done to your streambank or streambed.

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