Decision Memo In Progress

Rose Valley Creek Restoration Project

Los Padres National Forest Ventura, California Ojai Ranger District

This proposal aims to restore Rose Valley Creek to its historical stream function, form, and habitat to benefit native aquatic species and armor Rose Valley creek from future wildfires by bolstering the riparian zone.

Location

Rose Valley Creek Restoration Project is located approximately seven miles north of the city of Ojai, Ventura County, California. The three artificial Rose Valley lakes are situated along Rose Valley

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/11/2022
2
Comment Period
06/09/2022
3
Decision
05/2025 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
08/2026 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsLos Padres National Forest
DistrictsOjai Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project lies in Sections 4 and 9 of Township 50 North (T50N), Range 22 West (R22W), San Bernardino Base Meridian (SBBM)
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management