FY 2003 Lower Columbia proposal 31025
Contents
Section 1. General administrative information
Section 2. Past accomplishments
Section 3. Relationships to other projects
Section 4. Budgets for planning/design phase
Section 5. Budgets for construction/implementation phase
Section 6. Budgets for operations/maintenance phase
Section 7. Budgets for monitoring/evaluation phase
Section 8. Budget summary
Reviews and Recommendations
Additional documents
Section 1. Administrative
| Proposal title | Construct Fish Screen and Fish Passage Improvements at Lebanon Diversion Dam on South Santiam River |
| Proposal ID | 31025 |
| Organization | City of Albany, Oregon (Albany, OR) |
| Proposal contact person or principal investigator | |
| Name | Peter Harr, P.E. - Civil Engineer 2 |
| Mailing address | P.O. Box 490 Albany, Oregon 97321 |
| Phone / email | 5419177643 / [email protected] |
| Manager authorizing this project | Floyd Collins, Albany Public Works Director |
| Review cycle | Lower Columbia |
| Province / Subbasin | Lower Columbia / Willamette |
| Short description | Design and construct an intake fish screen to prevent fish from entering the unprotected Albany-Santiam Canal, and modify existing Lebanon Diversion Dam on South Santiam River to improve fish passage. |
| Target species | Federal Threatended Species: Winter Steelhead; Spring Chinook Oregon State Species of Concern: Willamette Rainbow Trout; Cutthroat Trout; Pacific Lamprey |
Project location
| Latitude | Longitude | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 44.52 | -122.8577 | Existing concrete Diversion Dam at River Mile 20.8 on the South Santiam River near Lebanon, Oregon |
| 44.5095 | -122.857 | Intake to Albany-Santiam Water Canal at River Mile 20.8 on the South Santiam River near Lebanon, Oregon |
Reasonable and Prudent Alternatives (RPAs)
Sponsor-reported:
| RPA |
|---|
| 149 - Fish Passage/Screen |
Relevant RPAs based on NMFS/BPA review:
| Reviewing agency | Action # | BiOp Agency | Description |
|---|
Section 2. Past accomplishments
| Year | Accomplishment |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Completed environmental inventory and assessment as part of FERC hydro-power license application. |
| 1998 | Approval & issuance of 50-year Federal Hydropower License. |
| 2001 | FERC approval of 2-year extension to complete Diversion Dam fish screen & hydropower related project improvements. |
Section 3. Relationships to other projects
| Project ID | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | N/A | N/A |
Section 4. Budget for Planning and Design phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Prevent entry of anadromous fish and other fish into Albany-Santiam Water Canal by designing an approved fish screen. | 1a. Review '98 FERC approved project license and its completed environmental assessemnt in regard to consistency with NEPA requirements. | 0.1 | $10,000 | Yes |
| 1b. Perform ESA Section 7 Consulation with NMFS. | 0.5 | $20,000 | Yes | |
| 1c. Complete engineering design for fish screen to meet ODFW and NMFS design criteria. | 0.8 | $170,000 | Yes | |
| 1d. Coordinate and obtain fish screen design approval from managing and reviewing agencies - NMFS; USFWS; ODFW; BPA & FERC. | 0.8 | $25,000 | Yes | |
| 1e. Prepare project construction permit application for Oregon DSL and Corps of Engineers. | 0.3 | $15,000 | Yes | |
| 2. Increase fish passsage at existing 1920 Lebanon Diversion Dam by designing improvements for existing fish ladders. | 2a. Same as Step 1a. | 0.1 | $10,000 | Yes |
| 2b. Same as Step 1b. | 0.5 | $15,000 | Yes | |
| 2c. Review Diversion Dam height modifications and upstream hydraulic impact. | 0.2 | $25,000 | Yes | |
| 2c. Similar to Step 1c. | 0.8 | $80,000 | Yes | |
| 2d. Similar to Step 1d. | 0.8 | $30,000 | Yes | |
| 2e. Same as Step 1e. | 0.3 | $20,000 | Yes |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Project Planning & Design objectives are intended to be started and completed with FY 2003. | 0 | 0 | $0 |
Outyear budgets for Planning and Design phase
Section 5. Budget for Construction and Implementation phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Construction is anticipated to be started and completed during FY 2004. | N/A | N/A | $0 |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Construct Canal Intake Fish Screen | $0 | ||
| 1a. Prepare Final Construction Documents | 2004 | 2004 | $25,000 |
| 1b. Submit Regulatory Agency Construction & Inspection Documents | 2004 | 2004 | $35,000 |
| 1c. Advertise, Bid & Award Construction Project | 2004 | 2004 | $10,000 |
| 1d. Construct Fish Screen | 2004 | 2004 | $1,600,000 |
| 1e. Provide Engineering Construction Inspection & Supervision Services | 2004 | 2004 | $85,000 |
| 1f. Submit Regulatory Agency Post-Construction Documentation | 2004 | 2004 | $5,000 |
| 2. Construct Diversion Dam Fish Ladder and Associated Dam Improvements | 2004 | 2004 | $0 |
| 2a. Prepare Final Construction Documents | 2004 | 2004 | $20,000 |
| 2b. Submit Regulatory Agency Construction & Inspection Documents | 2004 | 2004 | $20,000 |
| 2c. Advertise, Bid & Award Construction Project | 2004 | 2004 | $20,000 |
| 2d. Construct Diversion Dam Fish Ladders and Improvements | 2004 | 2004 | $900,000 |
| 2e. Provide Engineering Construction Inspection & Supervision Services | 2004 | 2004 | $55,000 |
| 2f. Submit Regulatory Agency Post-Construction Documentation | 2004 | 2004 | $5,000 |
| 3. City of Albany Project Support & Coordination | 2004 | 2004 | $20,000 |
Outyear budgets for Construction and Implementation phase
| FY 2004 |
|---|
| $2,800,000 |
Section 6. Budget for Operations and Maintenance phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O&M costs will not be encountered until FY 2005, when the Project is estimated to become operational. | N/A | N/A | $0 |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Fish Screen O&M by City of Albany | 2005 | 2007 | $54,000 |
| 2. Diversion Dam O&M by City of Albany | 2005 | 2007 | $63,000 |
| 3. City of Albany Engineering Support | 2005 | 2007 | $12,000 |
Outyear budgets for Operations and Maintenance phase
| FY 2005 | FY 2006 | FY 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| $43,000 | $43,000 | $43,000 |
Section 7. Budget for Monitoring and Evaluation phase
Task-based budget
| Objective | Task | Duration in FYs | Estimated 2003 cost | Subcontractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Monitoring & Evaluation is estimated to begin in FY 2005, when the project becomes operational, and will continue periodically in the future. | N/A | N/A | $0 |
Outyear objectives-based budget
| Objective | Starting FY | Ending FY | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Perform Fish Screen Hydraulic & Biological Evaluation per Regulatory Agency Requirements | 2005 | 2007 | $50,000 |
| 2. Perform Diversion Dam Fish Ladder Hydraulic & Biological Evaluation per Regulatory Agency Requirements | 2005 | 2007 | $100,000 |
| 3. Perform Diversion Dam Safety Study per FERC requirements | 2005 | 2006 | $30,000 |
| 4. City of Albany Support - Staff & Expenses | 2005 | 2007 | $15,000 |
Outyear budgets for Monitoring and Evaluation phase
| FY 2005 | FY 2006 | FY 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| $65,000 | $65,000 | $65,000 |
Section 8. Estimated budget summary
Itemized budget
| Item | Note | FY 2003 cost |
|---|---|---|
| Personnel | $0 | |
| Fringe | $0 | |
| Supplies | $0 | |
| Travel | $0 | |
| Indirect | $0 | |
| Capital | $0 | |
| NEPA | ESA/NEPA Consultation for each Project: $20,000 for the Fish Screen & $15,000 for the Diversion Dam. | $35,000 |
| PIT tags | $0 | |
| Subcontractor | Design Consultant for Fish Screen & Diversion Dam Fish Ladders | $385,000 |
| Other | $0 | |
| $420,000 | ||
Total estimated budget
| Total FY 2003 cost | $420,000 |
| Amount anticipated from previously committed BPA funds | $0 |
| Total FY 2003 budget request | $420,000 |
| FY 2003 forecast from 2002 | $0 |
| % change from forecast | 0.0% |
Reason for change in estimated budget
N/A
Reason for change in scope
N/A
Cost sharing
| Organization | Item or service provided | Amount | Cash or in-kind |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Albany - FY 2003 | Design Phase - Staff & Expenses | $40,000 | in-kind |
| City of Albany - FY 2004 | Construction Phase - Direct Funding | $1,580,000 | cash |
| City of Albany - FY 2004 | Construction Phase - Staff & Expenses | $20,000 | in-kind |
| City of Albany - FY 2005 - 2007 | O&M Phase - Direct Cost | $117,000 | in-kind |
| City of Albany - FY 2005 - 2007 | O&M Phase - Engr. Support & Expenses | $12,000 | in-kind |
| City of Albany - FY 2005 - 2007 | Monitoring Phase - Staff & Expenses | $135,000 | in-kind |
Other budget explanation
The above cost summary, plus the request for FY03, results in a total project cost of $3,584,000. Of this total, the fish screen and Diversion Dam modifications are estimated to have a construction cost, including engineering, of $3,200,000. An additional $384,000 will be required for O&M and monitoring studies. The City of Albany will be funding directly or indirectly $1,904,000, with the requested BPA Grant providing the balance of $1,680,000. Note that Albany is prepared to receive the requested $1,680,000 grant over the FY03-FY07 period by providing short-term financing as required. Project Budget Summary $1,000 FY 2003 FY2004 FY2005 FY2006 FY2007 Total Section 4 -Design $460 $0 $0 $0 $0 $460 Section 5 - Construction $0 $2,500 $0 $0 $0 $2,500 Section 5 - Const. Engr. $0 $300 $0 $0 $0 $300 Section 6 - O&M $0 $0 $43 $43 $43 $129 Section 7 - Monitoring $0 $0 $65 $65 $65 $195 Annual Budget $460 $2,800 $108 $108 $108 $3,584 BPA Funding Request $420 $1,200 $60 $0 $0 $1,680 City of Albany Funding $40 $1,600 $48 $108 $108 $1,904
Reviews and recommendations
This information was not provided on the original proposals, but was generated during the review process.
Fundable only if response is adequate
Mar 1, 2002
Comment:
A response is needed. The project proposes to screen the intake of a water diversion canal and improve the 80-year-old fish passage facilities at the Lebanon dam. What data is available demonstrating fish use of the diversion canal and fish passage problems? How many smolts are currently being entrained in the diversion canal? Has smolt survival in the canal been measured? The sponsors need to provide more information on the fish runs that would benefit from the improvements. In particular, what is the status of the naturally spawning populations and their habitats in the section of river above the diversion dam? Will this project mostly benefit hatchery runs of summer steelhead and spring chinook? Does the current fish ladder meet NMFS standards?Comment:
CBFWA supports this project for it's benefits to fish; however, CBFWA does not support Bonneville funding for this action. Although Bonneville has funded passage and screens throughout the basin, this project directly generates income for the municipalityComment:
Not fundable, the benefits to fish and wildlife are not adequately demonstrated in the proposal or the response. The project proposes to screen the intake of a water diversion canal and improve the 80-year-old fish passage facilities at the Lebanon dam. This project seems worthwhile and would be supported by NMFS but there is not adequate support regarding benefits to the FWP or any discussion of habitat available above the dam etc. The response provided was fairly complete but it appears that presence and survival of fish in the diversion canal is a matter of informed speculation rather than documentation. However, NMFS had indicated the importance to listed stocks of improvements in the fish ladder and installation of a fish screen. The problem here is that these water diversions do not seem to have been sampled for impact on fish!! Who is responsible for doing this?The actual cost to BPA would be about $1.7M over three years with the City paying the remainder (BPA contributing about 50%). We should also note that in the proposal, the City has been issued a 50-year hydro license (1998) and in 2001 received FERC approval for a two year extension to complete dam and fish screen improvements that were presumably included/required in the license (see Section 2 of proposal). Possibly, an alternative to direct funding could be that NMFS and BPA negotiate with the city for long-term financing of these facilities as a requirement of license.
Comment:
Statement of Potential Biological Benefit to ESUPotential increase in survival as result of improved habitat access
Comments
Not a priority subbasin. Needed fixes and improvement - Take is evident. Initial consultation underway.
Already ESA Req? No
Biop? No
Comment:
Recommend deferring consideration of new anadromous fish mitigation proposals in the Willamette subbasin until issuance of the NMFS/USFWS BiOp for the Willamette Basin federal hydroprojects.Comment: