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Home My WebLink AboutSusitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 14241) Field Work Permits 2014Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project (FERC No.14241) 2014 Field Work Permits Prepared for Alaska Energy Authority oa SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO Parks STATE OF ALASKA Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation.riAlesisStateParks Special Park Use Permit (11 AAC 18.010) PERMIT #:LAS 29122 -Amendment 5.9.2014 Name of Permittee:Alaska Energy Authority Project Name (if applicable):Susitna/Watana Hydroelectric Project Address:813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. City/State/Zip Code:Anchorage,AK 99503 This permit is effective beginning January 1,2014 and ending December 31,2014 unless sooner terminated at the State of Alaska's discretion.This permit does not convey an interest in state land and as such is revocable immediately,with or without cause.No preference right for use or conveyance of the land is granted or implied by this authorization. This Special Park Use Permit authorizes the use of state owned land within Denali State Park and the Indian River State Recreation Area for the purpose of data gathering within the following areas: ¢Township 32 North,Range 2 West,Seward Meridian e Township 31 North,Range 3 West,Seward Meridian e Township 31 North,Range 2 West,Seward Meridian ¢Township 30 North,Range 4 West,Seward Meridian e Township 30 North,Range 3 West,Seward Meridian ¢Township 29 North,Range 4 West,Seward Meridian Per the attached project description (Attachments A and B),this permit authorizes the Alaska Energy Authority to perform the following activity(s)within Denali State Park and the Indian River State Recreation Area: Installation,establishment,and maintenance of equipment in support of the following activities: e Geomorphology -Large Woody Debris Survey -Streambed Sampling at Cross Sections e Hydrology -Water Quality and Temperature Sites -Groundwater/Surface Water Stations (wells,surface water loggers,temperature loggers, cameras) -Ice Study Sites (cameras,ice measurements,and observations) Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 -Amendment 5.9.2014 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 2 (continued) Installation,establishment,and maintenance of equipment in support of the following activities: Hydrology -Hydrologic Discharge Measurements at Cross Sections -Gaging Stations -Repeater Stations -Meteorological Stations -Winter Instream Flow Study Sites (water level,temperature,dissolved oxygen,and barometric loggers) Fish and Aquatics -Small Fish Traps -Fishwheels -Telemetry Sites -Rotary Screw Trap -Video Weir -Macroinvertebrate Sampling Sites -Aquatic Habitat Mapping -PIT Tag Arrays Wildlife -Bear Hair Snag Stations Vegetation -Soil Plugs and Small Trenches -Dendrology Equipment Installation (sap flow meters,hobo temperature units,bear deterrent, tree tags,shallow groundwater monitoring wells) -Tree Cores and Wedges Social -Obtain Visual Aesthetics Data -Conduct River Recreation Survey -Recreation Resources Study General Study Support Items -Survey Control Points -Metal Rebar,Wooden Stakes,Flagging Camps -Establish Low Impact Camps Access -Helicopter Landings Amendment 5.2.2014: e Helicopter landings in support of monitoring spring breakup ice (May 4-16). e Helicopter landings to download data and perform maintenance on camera equipement (May 4-16). Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 -Amendment 5.9.2014 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 3 Amendment 5.9.2014: e Tributary thalweg surveys along the Susitna River;to include the installation of temporary benchmarks consisting of nails with tags,and identifying stakes or flagging placed in soil or in tree trunks. e Work will occur at the following locations within Denali State Park SEC 21,T29N,R4W,SM Little Portage Creek SEC 28,T29N,R4W,SM Little Portage Creek SEC 29,T29N,R4W,SM McKenzie Creek SEC 32,T29N,R4W,SM Lower McKenzie Creek Form Date:January 1,2014 STATE OF ALASKA Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreationathgy wl'Alaska State Parks Special Park Use Permit (11 AAC 18.010) PERMIT #:LAS 29122 Name of Permittee:Alaska Energy Authority Project Name (if applicable):Susitna/Watana Hydroelectric Project Address:813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. City/State/Zip Code:Anchorage,AK 99503 This permit is effective beginning January 1,2014 and ending December 31,2014 unless sooner terminated at the State of Alaska's discretion.This permit does not convey an interest in state land and as such is revocable immediately,with or without cause.No preference right for use or conveyance of the land is granted or implied by this authorization. This Special Park Use Permit authorizes the use of state owned land within Denali State Park and the Indian River State Recreation Area for the purpose of data gathering within the following areas: ¢Township 32 North,Range 2 West,Seward Meridian ¢Township 31 North,Range 3 West,Seward Meridian ¢Township 31 North,Range 2 West,Seward Meridian ¢Township 30 North,Range 4 West,Seward Meridian ¢Township 30 North,Range 3 West,Seward Meridian e Township 29 North,Range 4 West,Seward Meridian Per the attached project description (Attachments A and B),this permit authorizes the Alaska Energy Authority to perform the following activity(s)within Denali State Park and the Indian River State Recreation Area: Installation,establishment,and maintenance of equipment in support of the following activities: e Geomorphology -Large Woody Debris Survey -Streambed Sampling at Cross Sections e Hydrology -Water Quality and Temperature Sites -Groundwater/Surface Water Stations (wells,surface water loggers,temperature loggers, cameras) -Ice Study Sites (cameras,ice measurements,and observations) Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 2 (continued) Installation,establishment,and maintenance of equipment in support of the following activities: Hydrology -Hydrologic Discharge Measurements at Cross Sections -Gaging Stations -Repeater Stations -Meteorological Stations -Winter Instream Flow Study Sites (water level,temperature,dissolved oxygen,and barometric loggers) Fish and Aquatics -Small Fish Traps -Fishwheels -Telemetry Sites -Rotary Screw Trap -Video Weir -Macroinvertebrate Sampling Sites -Aquatic Habitat Mapping -PIT Tag Arrays Wildlife -Bear Hair Snag Stations Vegetation -Soil Plugs and Small Trenches -Dendrology Equipment Installation (sap flow meters,hobo temperature units,bear deterrent, tree tags,shallow groundwater monitoring wells) -Tree Cores and Wedges Social -Obtain Visual Aesthetics Data -Conduct River Recreation Survey -Recreation Resources Study General Study Support Items -Survey Control Points -Metal Rebar,Wooden Stakes,Flagging Camps -Establish Low Impact Camps Access -Helicopter Landings All activities shall be conducted in accordance with the following General and Special Stipulations,and in conjunction with the Approved Project Description (Attachments A and B). General Stipulations 1.Authorized Officer.The Authorized Officer for this permit is the Director of the Division of Parks and OutdoorRecreation.The Director may be contacted at 550 W.7"Ave.,Suite 1380,Anchorage,AK 99501-3577;or by phone at (907)269-8700. Form Date:January 1,2014 2 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 3 Compliance with Governmental Requirements;Recovery of Costs.Permittee shall,at its expense,comply with all applicable laws,regulations,rules and orders,and the requirements and stipulations included in this authorization. Permittee shall ensure compliance by its employees,agents,contractors,subcontractors,licensees,or invitees. Public Access.The permittee shall not close navigational routes,boat launches,boat mooring areas,trails or campsites,or otherwise prevent overland access used by the public.The ability of all users to use or access park land or park water must not be restricted in any manner. Geographic Limitation.This permit is applicable only for the areas described. Disturbance of Park Resources.All activities shall be conducted in a manner that will avoid disturbance of park resources including natural drainage systems. Survey Monuments.Survey monuments,witness corridors,reference monuments,and bearing trees shall be protected against destruction,obliteration or damage.Any damaged or obliterated markers caused by actions of the permittee or his/her agents shall be reestablished in accordance with accepted survey practices of the state. 7,Site Disturbance.All activities in study areas shall be kept clean and maintained in an orderly manner. 10. (a)Site disturbance shall be kept to a minimum to protect local habitats.All activities at the site shall be conducted in a manner that will minimize the disturbance of soil and vegetation,and changes in the character of natural drainage systems.Additionally,any ground disturbances authorized under this permit,and which may have occurred,shall be contoured to blend with the natural topography to protect human and wildlife health and safety.Particular attention must be paid to prevent pollution and siltation of streams,lakes,ponds,waterholes seeps and marshes,and disturbances to fish and wildlife populations and habitats. (b)Brush clearing is allowed,but should be kept to the minimum necessary to set up monitoring sites.Removal or destruction of the vegetative mat is not authorized under this permit.For this authorization,"brush”is considered anything 3 inches or less in diameter at breast height. (c)Establishment of landing areas (i.e.leveling the ground or removing or modifying a substantial amount of vegetation)is prohibited. Ground Disturbance.In advance of ground disturbing activities associated with the studies an archaeologist or resource specialist will review the proposed area to ensure that there will be no direct effects to cultural resources.If ground disturbing activities are proposed within the boundaries of cultural resource sites it will be required that the archaeologist or cultural resource specialist work to avoid and/or minimize potential effects to the site.Should questions arise about the presence of sites or potential effects,please contact the Office of History and Archaelogy/State Historic Preservation Office to consult on appropriate avoidance and minimization measures. Litter Removal.The permittee shall remove all litter caused by their activities and shall make a reasonable effort to pick up and remove from the park litter which they find in the vicinity of their activities within the park. Protection of Parkland or Property from Damage.The permittee shall exercise diligence in protecting from damage the land,property and resources of Denali State Park and the Indian River State Recreation Area,in the area covered by and used in connection with this permit and shall pay for any damage resulting from negligence or Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 4 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. from the violation of the terms of this permit or any law or regulation applicable to the use of state parks by the permittee or by his/her agents and employees when acting within the scope of their employment. Timber Use.The permittee may use dead and down timber,but shall not cut standing timber on the premises unlessspecificallyauthorizedbyDPOR. Fire Prevention,Protection and Liability.The permittee shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent and all reasonable actions to suppress,forest,brush and grass fires,and shall assume full liability for any damage to park land resulting from negligent use of fire.The State of Alaska is not liable for damage to the permittee's personal property, and is not responsible for forest fire protection of the permittee's activity. Hazardous Substances.This permit prohibits the storage of hazardous substances.The use of hazardous substances by the permittee must be done in accordance with existing federal,state and local laws,regulations and ordinances. Debris (such as soil)contaminated with used motor oil,solvents,or other chemicals may be classified as a hazardous substance and must be removed and disposed of in accordance with existing federal,state and local laws,regulations and ordinances. Spill Notification.The permittee shall immediately notify DEC and DPOR by telephone,and immediately afterwards send DEC and DPORa written notice by facsimile,hand delivery,or first class mail,informing DEC and DPOR of:any unauthorized discharges of oil to water,any discharge of hazardous substances other than oil;and any discharge or cumulative discharge of oil greater than 55 gallons solely to land and outside an impermeable containment area.If a discharge,including a cumulative discharge,of oil is greater than 10 gallons but less than 55 gallons,or a discharge of oil greater than 55 gallons is made to an impermeable secondary containment area,the lessee or permittee shall report the discharge within 48 hours,and immediately afterwards send DEC a written notice by facsimile,hand delivery,or first class mail.Any discharge of oil,including a cumulative discharge,solely to land greater than one gallon up to 10 gallons must be reported in writing on a monthly basis.The posting of information requirements of 18 AAC75.305 shall be met.The provisions of 18 AAC 75.310 (Scope and Duration of Initial Response Actions)and other reporting requirements of 18 AAC 75.300 -18 AAC 75.396 also apply. The permittee shall supply DEC and DPOR with all follow-up incident reports.Notification of a discharge must be made to the nearest DEC Area Response Team during working hours:Anchorage (907)269-7500,fax (907)269-7648; Fairbanks (907)451-2121,fax (907)451-2362;Juneau (907)465-5340,fax (907)465-2237.The DEC oil spill report number outside normal business hours is (800)478-9300. All fires and explosions must also be reported.The DNR 24 hour report number is (907)451-2678;the fax number is (907)451-2751.DPOR and DEC shall be supplied with all follow-up incident reports. Operation of Vehicles.Vehicles shall be operated without disturbing the riparian area,the vegetative mat,and/or the underlying substrate. Alaska Historic Preservation Act.The Alaska Historic Preservation Act (AS 41.35.200)prohibits the appropriation, excavation,removal,injury,or destruction of any state-owned historic,prehistoric (paleontological)or archaeological site without a permit from the commissioner.Should any sites be discovered during the course of field operations,activities that may damage the site will cease and the Office of History and Archaeology in DPOR (907)269-8721 shall be notified immediately.Improvements shall not be sited within one-half mile of identified cultural sites. Other Authorizations.Theissuance of this authorization does not alleviate the necessity of the permittee to obtainauthorizationsrequiredbyotheragenciesfortheproposedactivities. 4 Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 5 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. Valid Existing Rights.This authorization is subject to all valid existing rights in and to the land covered under this authorization.The State of Alaska makes no representations or warranties,whatsoever,either expressed or implied, as to the existence,number or nature of such valid existing rights. Reservation of Rights,DPOR reserves the right to grant additional authorizations to third parties for compatible uses on or adjacent to the land covered under this authorization.Authorized concurrent users of state land,their agents, employees,contractors,subcontractors and licensees shall not interfere with the operation or maintenance activities of authorized users. Inspections,Authorized representatives of the State of Alaska shall have reasonable access to the subject areas for purposes of inspection.The permittee may be charged fees under 11 AAC 05.010(a)(7)(M)for routine inspections of thesubjectparcel,inspections concerning non-compliance,and a final close-out inspection. Assignment.This permit may not be transferred or assigned to another individual or corporation.Furthermore,the permittee shall not sublet or enter into any third party agreements involving the privileges authorized by this permit. Indemnification.Permittee shall obligate any lead contractor or consultant (AEA Contractor)authorized to use State of Alaska's land under this Permit,to execute the following indemnification: AEA Contractor assumes all responsibility,risk and liability for all activities of the AEA Contractor,its employees,agents,invitees,contractors,subcontractors,or licensees directly or indirectly conducted in connection with this permit,including environmental and hazardous substance risks and liabilities, whether accruing during or after the term of this permit.AEA Contractor shall defend,indemnify,and hold harmless the State of Alaska,its employees and agents,from and against any and all suits,claims, actions,losses,costs,penalties,and damages of whatever kind or nature,including all attorney's fees and litigation costs,arising out of,in connection with,or incident to any act or omission by the AEA Contractor,its employees,agents,invitees,contractors,subcontractors,or licensees,unless the sole proximate cause of the injury or damage negligence or willful misconduct of the State or anyone acting on the State's behalf.Within 15 days the AEA Contractor shall accept any such cause of action or proceeding upon tender by the State.This indemnification shall survive the termination of the permit. Violations.This authorization is revocable immediately upon violation of any of its terms,conditions,stipulations, nonpayment of fees,or upon failure to comply with any other applicable laws,statutes and regulations (federal and state).Should any unlawful discharge,leakage,spillage,emission,or pollution of any type occur due to permittees,or its employees,agents,contractors,subcontractors,licensees,or invitees act or omission,the permittee at its expense shall be obligated to clean the area to the reasonable satisfaction of DPOR and the State of Alaska. Revocation.This permit may be revoked at anytime at the discretion of the Director,or his/her designee without compensation to the permittee. Advisory Regarding Violations of the Permit Guidelines:Pursuant to 11 AAC 18.025(e),a person who violates a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 18)may have their permit revoked by the Director or local park officer for failure to abide by any permit condition or limitation. Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 6 Special Stipulations 1, 9)hee 10. 11. Permit Fees:N/A Authorized Use:Authorized improvements are to be used in conjunction with the activities of the permittee.Use of the improvements for any other purpose is prohibited. Operation Plan:Authorized activities are to be based on the scope of work represented in the approved project description (Attachments A and B). Structures:This permit allows for the establishment of short-term temporary structures.The short-term temporary structures authorized under this permit must be constructed to allow for its removal from the site within 48 hours. The establishment of permanent structures or foundations is prohibited. The permittee must submit an amended development plan and receive the written approval of the Authorized Officer prior to establishing additional improvements. Permit Term:Expiration and effective dates of use authorized by this permit shall not extend beyond the seasonal use necessary to support the activity. Use of Short Term (portable)Camps:This permit allows for the establishment of short term portable camps to facilitate study activities. Campfires:Campfires are only allowed on the gravel bars of the Susitna River,or within the confines of a fire pan. Firewood:Wood for fires must be dead and down.No cutting of standing trees either live or dead is authorized under this permit. Solid Waste:All solid waste and foreign debris must be removed from the park.Waste must be removed to a DEC- approved site,or by burning (if a paper product),and in accordance with existing federal,state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.In Denali State Park and Indian River State Recreation Area,disposal sites for burnable materials shall be located in upland sites a minimum of 1500 feet from fish bearing water and 200 feet from surface waters.Waste,in this paragraph means all discarded matter,including,but not limited to,trash,garbage,litter, discarded equipment,and human waste.The site must be kept clean at all times.Hazardous waste must not be disposed of on site,but instead must be hauled out for disposal in an approved disposal site. Food Storage:All garbage and debris will be stored so it does not attract wildlife.Food and refuse will be stored in bear-resistant containers.Sites will be kept clean. Restoration of Site:The permittee shall immediately restore areas where soil has been disturbed,or the vegetative mat has been damaged.All holes shall be backfilled with native soil and/or gravel materials. 12.Permit Expiration/Termination:On or before permit expiration or termination of this authorization by the permittee or DPOR,all structures,personal property (e.g.,equipment,gear,fuel storage containers),and improvements,must be removed from the site and the site restored to its natural state by the expiration date of the permit.The permittee shall restore the site at the permittee's own expense.The site shall be restored to a clean safe condition.If the permittee fails to remove the improvements in compliance with this requirement,the department may sell,destroy,or remove Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 7 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. the improvements,whichever is more convenient for the department,at the permittee's expense,including the department's costs associated with restoration and expenses incurred in the performance of these duties. Advisory:To avoid being responsible for additional permit fees,and to successfully terminate this permit,the permittee must satisfy the site restoration and reporting requirements of this authorization prior to requesting termination. Annual Report:An annual/completion report shall be submitted to DPOR within the 30 day period following the end of the permit term.The permittee shall provide: (a)a series of during and after use aerial view or ground level photographs confirming compliance with permit stipulations,and (b)a written report disclosing: the date the structures were established; location of the established structures; the date the structures were dismantled; the approximate number of days the structures were utilized; the restoration of damaged vegetation or disturbed soil;and the dates of any hydrocarbon or hazardous substance spills and the dates such spills were reported to DPOR and DEC Failure to submit a satisfactory report and/or required photographs subjects the site to a field inspection requirement of which the permittee may be assessed,at the Director's discretion,the actual cost incurred by the DPOR (11 AAC 05.010). Completion Report: (a)Permit Expiration or Termination by the State of Alaska:A completion report shall be submitted to DPOR within the 30 day period following permit expiration,or termination of this permit by the State of Alaska.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. (b)Termination by the Permittee:A completion report must accompany the permittee's written request to terminate this permit.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. Permit Amendments:Permittee proposals requiring the amendment of this permit must be in submitted in writing. Permit Renewal.This permit may be considered for renewal upon the permittee's written request for renewal that includes a statement confirming that there has been and will be no significant changes in the development/site utilization plans.This permit may not be renewed if the conditions of this permit have not been met,or if the activity conflicts with other land uses planned by the division. State Park Contact.When working in the park,the permittee must contact the Area Superintendent three days prior to operating in the park.For Denali State Park contact Wayne Biessel,Area Superintendent,at (907)745-8935. Form Date:January 1,2014 Special Park Use Permit:LAS 29122 Permittee:AEA -Susitna/Watana Page 8 18,Charter Operators.Permittee must use air and boat charter operators under commercial use permit with DPOR. 19.GPS Requirements,When utilizing GPS mapping devices for recording waypoint locations for improvementsauthorizedunderthispermit,the permittee must provide DPOR with accurate site information,recordedin a "latitudeandlongitude”format,using NAD 83 datum. The Director reserves the right to modify these stipulations or use additional stipulations as deemed necessary.The permitteewillbeadvisedbeforeanysuchmodificationsoradditionsarefinalized.Any correspondence on this permit may bedirectedtoDavidGriffin,Department of Natural Resources,Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation,Director's Office,550 W.7th Ave.,Suite 1380,Anchorage,AK 99501-3577,telephone (907)269-8696,david.priffin@alaska.gov. I have read and understand all of the foregoing and attached stipulations.By signing this permit,I agree to conduct the authorized activity in accordance with the terms and conditions of this permit. WD.poem parte A/s/a0l4Signature'of Permittee orAuthdrized Representative Title ?Date G13 Ww Novthebh Blud Prchsva,AW.FAST Permittee's Address City State Zip G07 77\_s45¢Andra Frau gfWorkPhoneCellPhoneContactPerson Os Ay[A=Alb [201 David Griffin,DPOR Date °, Form Date:January 1,2014 AttachmentA LAS 29122 AEA -Sustina Hydro = 4 =atisensI)ENERGY AUTHORITY January 30,2014 Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation Attn:Dave Griffin 550 West 7th Ave,Suite 1380 Anchorage,AK.99501 RE:Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 State Park Special Use Permit LAS 29122 Renewal Dear Mr.Griffin; The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)is preparing a License Application that will be submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project (Project)using the Integrated Licensing Process.AEA's consultants plan to conduct a variety of field efforts in 2014 following the Revised Study Plan approved by FERC and in support of the FERC licensing process.The results of these studies will provide information needed to support the FERC's National Environmental Policy Act analysis for the Project license. AEA conducted a variety of work within Denali State Park within 2013 under a Park Special Use Permit (LAS 29122).With this request,AEA is seeking to renew this authorization to continue the field work initiated in 2013.Details of the proposed studies are included in the attached project description. If you have questions or need additional information,please do not hesitate to contact me at afraiser@aidea.org or 907-771-3958.Thank you for your efforts on this project. Sincerely, VaAndrewFraiser Lands,Licensing,and Permitting Manager Attachments:Project Description maakene (oyauth orityordy 813 West Northern Lights Bouleverd Anchorege,Alaska 99503 T 907.771.3000 Toll Free (Alaske Ont 888.300.8524 F90?7,771.3044 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 1 Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork within Denali State Park Lands Overview The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)is preparing a License Application that will be submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project (Project).In support of the License Application,AEA contractors conducted a variety of environmental studies throughout a large Project area in 2012 and 2013. In 2013,field activities conducted within Denali State Park were authorized under LAS 29122 issued to the AEA.This permit will expire in January 31,2014.AEA is interested in continuing field studies within the Park under a new permit.The activities proposed for the 2014 effort are detailed in this document. To assist in crafting the permit,all proposed activities and installations are listed in the following table under the various resources with which they are associated.Each item in the table is expanded on in detail in this project description. Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 2 Table 1.Summary of authorizations requested within Denali State Park in 2014 Field Study Permitted in 2013?Requested in 2014? GEOMORPHOLOGY Large Woody Debris Survey Yes (via amendment)Yes Streambed Sampling at Cross Sections Yes Yes HYDROLOGY Water Quality and Temperature Sites (10)Yes Yes Groundwater/Surface Water Stations (wells,surface water loggers,temperature loggers,cameras) Yes (under "Groundwater Monitoring Wells” Yes,but expanded to include stations ice Study Sites (Cameras (3),Ice Measurements and Observation Collection)Yes (in original and via Yes,but expanded amendment) Hydrologic Discharge Measurements at Cross Sections (32)Yes Yes Gaging Stations (8)Yes Yes,but expanded Repeater Stations (2)Yes Meteorological (met)Stations (1)Yes Yes Winter Instream Flow Study Sites (Water Level,Temperature,Dissolved Oxygen and Barometric Pressure Loggers) Yes (via amendment for winter studies,Hobo temperature meters) Yes,but expanded FISH AND AQUATICS Small Fish Traps Yes Yes Fishwheels (3)Yes (additional wheel added via |Yes amendment) Telemetry Sites (4)Yes Yes Rotary Screw Trap (3)Yes Yes Video Weir Yes Yes Macroinvertebrate Sampling sites Yes Yes Aquatic Habitat Mapping Yes (as Habitat Mapping)Yes PIT Tag Arrays (2)Yes (via amendment)Yes WILDLIFE Bear Hair Snags Yes Yes Moose Browse Survey Yes No Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 3 Field Study Permitted in 2013?Requested in 2014? VEGETATION Soil Plugs and Small Trenches Yes (under "Soil Sampling”) Dendrology Equipment installation (sap flow meters,hobo temperature units,bear Yes;identified differently Yes deterrent,Tree tags,shallow groundwater monitoring wells)(Hobo temp units,bear deterrents via amendment) Tree Cores and Wedges Yes (under "Dendrology Yes Sampling”) SOCIAL Obtain Visual Aesthetics Data Yes Yes Sound Monitoring Equipment Yes No Conduct River Recreation Survey Yes (via amendment)Yes Recreation Resources Study Yes (via amendment)Yes GENERAL STUDY SUPPORT ITEMS Survey Control Points Yes Yes Metal Rebar,Wooden Stakes,Flagging No Yes CAMPS Establish Low Impact Camps (5)Yes Yes HELICOPTER LANDINGS Yes,in support of specific Yes studies Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 4 FOCUS AREAS Three Focus Areas (FAs)within Denali State Park were selected for intensive study in 2013 (Table 2). Although not specifically called out in the permit,these areas are where much of the permitted work occurred in 2013 and will occur in 2014. Table 2.Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Focus Areas within Denali State Park. Focus Common General Location Legal Description Area Name FA-128 Skull Creek Channel complex including Slough 8A and Sec 19,20,T.30 N,R.03 W,SM; Complex Skull Creek side Sec.24,25,T.30 N,R.04 W, SM FA-138 Indian River Channel complex including Side Channel Sec 17,18,19,20,29,30,T.31 11 and Slough 11 N,R.02 W,SM FA-141 Indian River The downriver portion of this FA extends Sec 9,T.31N,R.02 W,SM. into the Park and includes portions of the IRSRA as well as Indian River Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page S GEOMORPHOLOGY Large Woody Debris Survey Large woody debris (LWD)will be inventoried on the ground in five LWD sample areas within Denali State Park lands.In the LWD sample areas,each piece of downed wood over 20 feet in length below the Ordinary High Water Mark will be inventoried using a Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 GeoXH GPS unit loaded with the LWD data dictionary.In addition,log jams (defined as three or more touching pieces of wood over 20 feet long)will be inventoried separately in each sample area.No equipment will be installed and no ground disturbing activities will take place. Survey areas will be accessed via a jet boat. Streambed Sampling at Cross Sections For the Geomorphology Study,streambed material samples will be collected to characterize the gradation of the sediments.Subsurface samples will be taken by shoveling the surface layer of material and sampling the material below the armor layer.The subsurface samples will be field sieved with only a small sample of the material (less than 16 mm)and taken to the lab for further detailed analysis.All holes will be refilled and no permanent markers will remain. Observations and photographs of erosion and deposition features will be collected.The bed material sampling on the main channel will be accessed by jet boat and the Indian River cross sections will be accessed by foot. :PRM 124.2:Anchor and buoy system. HYDROLOGY STUDIES Water Quality and Temperature Sites Ten water quality/temperature sites were established within Denali State Park during 2013. AEA is requesting authorization to keep the stations in place until June 2016.Each station consisted of thermistors installed as either bank- mounted,buoy mounted,or submerged thermistors strings.Each buoy mounted or Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 6 submerged thermistor was anchored by a 60 pound anchor deployed in close proximity to the river bank.Bank-mounted thermistors were attached to an immobile bank fixture (i.e.-large tree)with 4- inch steel braided cable for retrieval purposes. The locations of the ten stations are provided in the table below.Additional details on the exact configuration and photos of each station can be found in the 2013 Close Out Report.With Park's approval,the stations will remain in place through June 2016. In addition,AEA is requesting approval to take water quality samples from both boat and shore from other selected areas along the Susitna River.The sites will be accessed via boat and the field team will consist of eight people. Table 3.Water Quality and Temperature Site locations. Site Name Project River Mile Latitude Longitude (PRM) Chulitna River 118.6 62.567703 -150.237828 Curry Fish Wheel 124.2 62.61783 -150.01373 Slough 8A 129.6 62.670479 -149.903241 LRX 29 129.9 62.673914 -149.899025 Slough 9 132.7 62.702358 -149.841895 LRX 35 134.1 62.713854 -149.808926 Susitna Near Gold Creek 140.0 62.767054 -149.693532 Gold Creek 140.1 62.767892 -149.689781 Slough 16B 141.0 62.780204 -149.68536 Indian River 142.2 62.78635 -149.65878 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 7 Groundwater/Surface Water Stations Groundwater and surface-water data was collected in 2013 at FA-128 and FA-138 by installing groundwater/surface water stations in 2013.AEA is requesting authorization to keep these stations in place throughout 2014. The stations consist of clusters of 1.5 inch diameter wells,ranging from between 5 and 40 feet deep.In addition,pressure transducers are installed in each well,measuring water Jevel and water temperature. Some of these groundwater/surface water/hydrology stations also include cameras,surface-water meters,water temperature probes,and streambed temperatures probes.These stations involve an enclosure,battery system and solar panels.The groundwater and surface water stations remain in place collecting automated data throughout the 2013/14 winter period and are anticipated to operate throughout 2014.Table 4 and Table 5 detail the equipment and locations at the FAs. Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 8 Table 4.Groundwater/Surface Water Stations found in Focus Area 128 in Denali State Park. Station Station Short |Primary Names Purpose Latitude Longitude Data Collection Parameters ESSFA128-1 Surface Water |62.66384 -149.90494 |AT,GH,WT,STP,Cam ESGFA128-2 |Groundwater |62.67204 -149.89403_|GWL,GWT,GH,WT ESGFA128-3 |Groundwater |62.67179 -149.89390 |GWL,GWT,SF ESGFA128-4 |Groundwater |62.67049 -149.89341 |GWL,GWT ESGFA128-5 |Groundwater |62.66765 -149.89352 |GWL,GWT,GH,WT,SF ESGFA128-6 |Groundwater |62.66660 -149.89320 |GWL,GWT,GH,WT GWL(2),GWT(2),GWC,GH,WT,SWC, ESGFA128-7 |Groundwater {|62.66550 -149.89707 |STP ESMFA128-8 |Meteorological |62.67052 -149.89485 |AT,RH,SMP,SR,SoTP,SHF,WD,WS ESGFA128-9 |Groundwater |62.66349 -149.90730 |GWL(2),GWT(2),SF ESGFA128-10 |Groundwater |62.66393 -149.90766 |GWL,GWT,SF ESGFA128-11 |Groundwater |62.66596 -149.91077 |GWL,GWT,GH,WT ESGFA128-12 |Groundwater 62.66711 149.91272 |GWL,GWT,GH,WT GWL(2),GWT(2),GWC,GH,WT,SWC, ESGFA128-13 |Groundwater j 62.68626 -149.90953_|STP ESSFA128-14 |Surface Water |62.67271 -149.89112 |GH,WT ESSFA128-15 |Surface Water |62.67273 -149.88573 |GH,WT ESSFA128-16 |Surface Water |62.67015 -149.88548 |GH,WT ESSFA128-17 |Surface Water |62.66888 -149.88489 |GH,WT ESGFA128-18 |Groundwater |62.66538 -149.89694 |GWL,GWT ESGFA128-19 |Groundwater |62.66525 -149.89681 {GWL,GWT ESGFA128-21 |Groundwater |62.66485 -149.90892 |GWL,GWT ESGFA128-22 |Groundwater |62.66088 -149,.91993 |GH,WT ESGFA128-23 |Groundwater |62.66466 -149.91168 {|GWL,GWT ESGFA128-24 |Groundwater |62.66534 -149.90681 |GWL,GWT ESGFA128-25 |Groundwater |62.66767 -149,90671 |GWL,GWT ESGFA128-26 |Groundwater |62.66946 -149.89789 |GWL,GWT ESGFA128-27 |Groundwater |62.67092 -149.88946 |GWL,GWT ESCFA128-29 |Camera 62.67251 -149.88567 |Cam ESCFA128-30 |Camera 62.66880 -149.89764 |Cam ESCFA128-31 |Camera 62.66909 -149.85512 |Cam ESCFA128-32 |Camera 62.66754 -149.89376 |Cam ESCFA128-33 |Camera 62.67179 -149.89376 |Cam ESCFA128-34 |Camera 62.66719 -149.91216 |Cam ESCFA128-35 |Camera 62.66307 -149.91039 |Cam ESCFA128-36 |Camera 62.66045 -149.91948 |Cam Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 9 Table 5.Groundwater/Surface Water Stations found in Focus Area 138 in Denali State Park. _|Station Station Short |Primary Names Purpose Latitude Longitude Data Collection Parameters AT,GWL(2),GWT(2),GH,WT,STP,ESGFA138-1 |Groundwater |©%:79758 |-149-70094 |wie ny aESGFA138-2 |Groundwater |62.76464 |-149.70595 {GWL(2),GWT(2),GH,WT,STP,SWC ESGFA138-3 Groundwater 62.75675 -149.70559 |GWL,GWT ESGFA138-4 Groundwater 62.76513 -149.70604 |GWL,GWT ESGFA138-5 Groundwater 62.76555 -149.70621 |GWL,GWT ESGFA138-6 |Groundwater 62.76934 |-149.70984 |GH,WT ESGFA138-7 Groundwater 62.76779 -149.70720 |GH,WT ESCFA138-8 Camera 62.75268 -149.70792 |Cam ESCFA138-9 Camera 62.75686 -149.70529 |Cam ESCFA138-10 |Camera 62.76477 -149.70522 |Cam ESCFA138-11 |Camera 62.76770 -149.70755 |Cam (Data Collection Parameters:air temperature,AT;camera images,Cam;groundwater level,GWL;groundwater temperature,GWT;groundwater conductivity GWC;net radiation,NR,relative humidity,RH;sap flow,SF;soil heat flux,SHF;soil-moisture profile,SMP;soil-temperature profile,SoTP;streambed temperature profile,STP;summer precipitation,SP;solar radiation,SR;surface-water conductivity,SWC,surface-water height,GH;surface-watertemperature,WT;wind direction,WD;wind speed,WS.A (#)indicates more than one measurement location.) Ice Study Sites At the end of 2013,three ice cameras remained installed within Denali State Park.AEA is requesting authorization to keep these sites in place throughout 2014.in ail three locations,cameras are mounted on trees.Cameras are accessed periodically to perform maintenance and download data.Cameras are accessed via jet boat during periods of open water.Locations of the installed cameras are provided in the below table. Table 6.Ice Camera locations within Denali State Park. Site Name Latitude Longitude Curry 62.61377708 -150.0215133 Slough 8A 62.67063876 -149.9029756 Slough 9A 62.6972 -149.8596 In addition,various locations along the Susitna River and its tributaries will be accessed throughout winter months for ice measurements and observation collection in 2014. Ice camera at Slough 9A Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 10 Hydrologic Measurements at Cross Sections Flow measurements and water surface elevation measurements including,bathymetric surveys,water surface elevation measurements,and upland topographic surveying will be performed at various locations along the Susitna River within Denali State Park.Mainstem flow and bathymetry measurements will be performed using acoustic Doppler current profilers from a boat.No permanent markers or equipment will be installed for this task. - 7 * =Moos a .. - 4 .a "tess :stun sndtecant my -' Paneer ceieas TR,Acoustic doppler discharge measurement method Upland topographic surveying Gaging Stations Two gaging stations are currently installed within Denali State Park.In addition to the gages,other equipment associated with the station is located within a short distance.AEA is requesting authorization to keep these stations in place throughout 2014. Equipment associated with the stations includes local site benchmark nails in trees, rebar in the ground and eyebolts in a trees and a bottom mounted gage unit cabled to a tree. Additional details on the installation of these stations can be found in the 2013 Close Out report.Locations of the stations are detailed in the table below.The mainstem site will be accessed via jet boat,and the Indian River site will be accessed via train. ict a 4 Indian River gaging station site Table 7.Gaging Stations within Denali State Park. Site Name Latitude Longitude Mainstem Gage 62.617156 -150.015143 Indian River Gage 62.800825609 -149.664417003 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 11 Repeater Stations Two repeater stations are currently installed within Denali State Park and are expected to remain installed through 2014.AEA is requesting authorization to keep these stations in place throughout 2014.Each repeater station consists of a tripod with mounted instrumentation.The repeater stations are powered via a gel cell battery house in a tough plastic box located next to the station and charged via a solar panel affixed to the station.Sites may need to be accessed periodically to perform maintenance.Sites will need to be accessed via helicopter.Requests to access sites will be made as needed. Table 8.Repeater Stations within Denali State Park. Site ID Latitude Longitude ESR4 62.57859 -150.1124 ESRS 62.80896 -149.78912 Meteorological (Met)Stations One meteorological station (ESM3)is currently installed within Denali State Park (at Indian River:62.7842,-149.6633)and will remain installed through 2014 into 2015.AEA is requesting authorization to keep this station in place through 2015.The Met station consists of a tripod with mounted monitoring instrumentation to measure and record wind speed and direction,air temperature,relative humidity, barometric pressure,incident solar radiation,and water-equivalent precipitation in 15-minute intervals.Data from the station is downloaded via satellite transmission so the station does not need to be regularly visited.The station may need to be accessed to perform maintenance if the monitoring team discovers issues with data collection or transmission. Winter instream Flow Study Sites A total of 15 instream monitoring sites were established in 2013 in the vicinities of Slough 8A and Gold Creek to record water level,water temperature,and intergravel dissolved oxygen levels.Barometric pressure loggers will also be installed on a nearby tree at these study Typical meteorological station sites.Loggers installed at Slough 8A and Gold Creek in 2013 will collect winter data through 2014.Sites will be accessed periodically to download data.Sites access will be gained via jet boat or snowmachine. Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 12 Table 9.Monitoring instruments installed at Gold Creek and Slough 8A. Focus Area Site ID Instrument Type Latitude,Longitude Slough 8A _|S8A-Baro Barometric logger N62 22.589 ,W150 10.151 (FA-128)|sga-uS2-15 |Water level logger N62 39.864 ,W149 54.226 S8A-US2-15 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 39.864,W149 54.226waterlevelloggers Temperature (Surface,intergravel},water S8A-SL8A-40 |level and dissolved oxygen (intergravel)N62 39.959 ,W149 53.621 loggers S8A-SL8A-15 |Water level logger N62 39.855 ,W149 54.148 S8A-SL8A-15 |Temperature (Surface,intergravel)loggers |N62 39.855 ,W149 54.148 ES A-SCBA-25 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 39.766 ,W149 54.430waterlevelloggers S8A-US1-10 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 39.756 ,W149 54.512waterlevelloggers S8A-MC-10 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 39.639 ,W149 56.389waterlevelloggers S8A-SC-05 Temperature loggers (Surface,intergravel)|N62 39.537,W149 56.236 SBA-SLA-20 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 39.446 ,W149 56.320waterlevelloggers Gold GC-MC-50 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 45.848,W149 42.490Creekwaterlevelloggers (FA-138)GC-SC11-09 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 45.883,W149 42.353waterlevelloggers GC-SL13-05 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 45.385,W149 42.512waterlevelloggers GC-SL12-10 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 45.571,W149 42.592waterlevelloggers GC-SL11-20 Temperature (Surface,intergravel)and N62 45.448,W149 42.274waterlevelloggers GC-SL11-06 |Temperature loggers (Surface,intergravel}|N62 45.278 ,W149 42.462 GC-SL11-05 |Barometric logger N62 45.270 ,W149 42.476 Temperature (Surface,intergrave!l),water GC-SL11-04 |level and dissolved oxygen (intergravel)N62 45.258 ,W149 42.449 loggers Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 13 we? ae:a.”ieBilasear- .="4 od m" mperature loggers installed at site S8A-SL8A-15,2013. PE eh tM op MA NPEpcggt3FEesLoeSat TREEInstallationatsiteS8A-SC-05.ToiFrereETPTSfat,a1»4 " nie 2 Water fevel (orange PVC pipe)and intergravel dissolved oxygen : (vertical white PVC pipe)loggers and locator marker at S8A-Po aes SL8A-15.- oe é oer in ate Tene dite alata ncaa dipheome: .Temperature loggers at S8A-SC-05. Representative photo of barometric pressure logger installation at 8A site S8A-Baro. Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 14 FISH AND AQUATICS Small Fish Traps Fish sampling will be conducted within the Park along the length of the Susitna River and selected off- channel habitats and tributaries to support a variety of study components under the Fish and Aquatics instream Flow Study.Fish sampling will be conducted with a combination of methods including, snorkeling,minnow trapping,seining,fyke netting,backpack electrofishing and underwater video.Sites will be accessed via jet boat in the summer and snowmachine in the winter.No permanent markers or equipment was installed for this task.Fyke nets and minnow traps will be left over night. Fishwheels Three fishwheels were installed within the Park in 2013 to assess the presence of passing fish.AEA is requesting authorization to re-installed the fish wheels in the same locations and to operate the fishwheels during 2014.The fishwheels will be monitored between 9 and 24 hours a day,by a crew of two individuals per shift.The sites will be accessed via jet boat.Locations and photographs of the fishwheels within Denali State Park are shown below. Table 10.Fishwheel locations within Denali State Park. Site Latitude Longitude Site 1 62.61637 -150.01662 Site 2 62.60168 -150.02647 Site 3 62.63735 -149.97753 Fishwheel Site 2,201 a"A net lead used to direct fish into a fishwheel near Curry on the Susitna River,2012. nt reitodthebas EP Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 15 Telemetry Sites To assess fish movement along the Susitna River,four radio-telemetry stations were installed within Denali State Park in 2013.AEA is requesting authorization to reinstalled the stations and to operate them through 2014.Additional stations may be installed as needed to gain the best assessment of fish movement.Equipment at each site will consist of one to two radio antennas,a weatherproof box,a 12 volt battery,a radio telemetry receiver,and a small solar panel.Each antenna will be secured to a tree at an elevation of 30 to 50 ft.Weatherproof boxes will hold a 12-volt battery and a telemetry receiver and will be secured,a few feet above the ground.Solar panels will be secured to a tree a few feet above the ground or positioned on the ground. Installation of radio telemetry sites will require tree and shrub clearing and land disturbance up to 1 square meter.The telemetry station sites will be returned to near natural condition after use. Equipment,instruments,and supporting structures will be removed completely at the end of the field season.All disturbed areas would be expected to revegetate from local seed sources. The stations will be accessed via jet boat.Locations and photographs of the telemetry stations installed in 2013 within Denali State Park are shown below. Table 11.Telemetry station locations within Denali State Park. Site Latitude Longitude Gateway 62.67645 -149.893 4"of July Creek 62.71538 -149.8048 Lower Indian River 62.7853 -149.6579 Upper Indian River 62.8093 -149.6625 VER fo .aba iy Seppe =RE os.way .a .x :,\-end a a hy i aN Kea Gat Bass 291 i.2eT:SPT,eeri AE*as4,mi"PeSoeae Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 16 Rotary Screw Traps Authorization was received to install three rotary screw traps within Denali State Park within 2013; however,only two traps were actually installed.AEA is requesting authorization to reinstall the two traps,and possibly a third,and to operate the traps during the 2014 season.Each trap would consist of an eight-foot diameter funnel-shaped cone that is screened with a 3-millimeter diameter perforated plate.The cone is suspended above the water by an aluminum pontoon barge.A winch is used to adjust the fore elevation of the cone and lift the wide end out of the water when not actively fishing Rotary screw traps and associated rigging are a possible hazard to boaters,swimmers,and others using the river.Wires and cables will be marked with bright colored flagging for increased visibility.Markers may be positioned both upstream and downstream of traps in areas where boaters may be present. Locations of the two rotary screw traps installed in 2013 are listed below.Location of reinstallation may vary based on water levels in 2014. Table 12.Rotary Screw Trap locations within Denali State Park. Site Latitude Longitude Curry Station 62.614800 -150.021327 Indian River 62.786100 -149.656598 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description Video Weir January 2014 Page 17 AEA is requesting authorization to reinstall a fish video weir with underwater video cameras on Indian River at approximately the same location where it was installed during the 2013 field season.The weir will be continuously manned throughout the season and access via a nearby camp that will be established on lands under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources-Division of Mining, Land and Water. Table 13.Video Weir location within Denali State Park. Site Latitude Longitude Indian River Video Weir 62.81236667 -149.6623667 "Indian River Weir site,201 Macroinvertebrate Sampling Sites Macroinvertebrate sampling sites will be installed within Focus Areas within Denali State Park in 2014.The sites consist of floating emergent traps and temperature data loggers.Sites will be accessed via jet boat and equipment will be removed prior to freeze up. Aquatic Habitat Mapping Aquatic habitat mapping will be conducted within Denali State Park in 2013.This study involves surveying various sites along the Susitna River and collecting data on geomorphic and botanical characteristics.No equipment will be installed in support of this study.Sites will be accessed via jet boat. OEY FA-141 macroinvertebrate site,2013 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 18 PIT Tag arrays Passive integrated transponder (PIT)tags are small tags that can be internally implanted in fish to monitor their movement,survival,and growth.Each tag transmits a unique code as it passes through an electromagnetic field emitted by a detection antenna.Fish movements and survival of tagged fish can be ascertained as fish swim past fixed antenna arrays or when tagged fish are opportunistically recaptured in traps or during routine fish sampling. AEA is requesting authorization to install stationary PIT tag arrays and to operate the arrays along the Susitna River within Denali State Park in 2014.Each stationary PIT tag interrogation system requires a power source,data logger,antenna and tuning capacitor.The power source will consist of a bank of three 12-volt and three 6-volt batteries (100 Ah)supplemented with solar power,thus allowing the reader to operate at 18 volts.A solar panel and controller will be used to power the reader and charge the batteries.A field box enclosure will be used to house the batteries and reader.Two arrays were installed in 2013,but additional arrays may be required during the 2014 field season. Installation of PIT tag arrays will require tree and shrub clearing and land disturbance up to 1 square meter.The arrays will be returned to near natural condition after use.Equipment,instruments,and supporting structures would be removed completely.All disturbed areas would be expected to revegetate from local seed sources.Sites will be accessed via jet boat.Locations and photos of the arrays installed during 2013 can be found below.Location of sites in 2014 may vary. Table 14.PIT tag array sites within Denali State Park in 2013;2014 sites may vary. Site Latitude Longitude Slough 8A 62.66432 -149.90247 Indian River 62.78664 -149.65836 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 19 <<geEanes"yeNeatteeaeme5eees1ieeeeeephe-0 lee,BE waswyia% WILDLIFE Bear Hair Snags Nonlethal,single-catch,break-away snares will be installed within Denali State Park to snag small samples of bear hair (for laboratory analysis of DNA and stable isotopes)along anadromous streams and other areas identified to have high bear activity.The snare sites will be flagged and warning signs will be posted in their vicinity so that people passing by would be aware of their presence.Site access will be gained via jet boat.Each snare will be checked and samples were collected by biologists every 11 to 14 days and either reset or removed from the field at that time.Representative photos of the snares are provided below. FPA .i ? Whoa ls + hts ial mi Typical bear hair snag installation Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 20 VEGETATION Soil Plugs and Small Trenches To characterize the role of erosion and sediment deposition in the formation of floodplain surfaces,soil cores will be taken to 30 cm at select locations along the Susitna River.Soil cores will be placed alongside the hole they were removed from and replaced after the soils are documented (no longer than 30 minutes).To characterize the soil water sources available to floodplain woody plant species through stable isotope analysis,some soil cores will be collected in 30 cm increments to a depth of 150 cm.The samples will be taken to a laboratory for analysis.Study sites will be accessed via jet boat. ceionwee'i fee ma,a Sage nat 7 a ee eee Ok osFe,}aEat Sfhata7Isotopecorereadyforbagging Temporary soil pits or "trenches”would be dug within the floodplain to help characterize erosion and sediment deposition.Most pits would be 0.75 meters deep,but some larger trenches would be up to 2 meters deep and 1.5-2 meters wide.Soils would be removed from the pits using a hand shovel and would be placed on blue tarps.Any surface vegetated mat would be kept intact as much as possible. Once the soils were documented,the trenches would be back filled,and the vegetated mat would be replaced at the surface.It is expected that work at each pit would take no longer than 4 hours.The sites will be accessed via boat and the field crew will consist of five people. Riparian vegetation and soils will also be sampled in areas that are directly (via flooding and overland flow)or indirectly (via ground water)influenced by river waters with Denali State Park.Four to ten circular plots of 23-meter radii will be sampled along 7 transects.Vegetation will be sampled using a oe : So iss einai hi ito tl ane . Typical floodplain trench. Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 21 ocular techniques (point-intercept sampling).Point-intercept measurements for herbaceous plants and shrubs will be collected using a laser mounted on a frost probe within each 23-meter study plots. Shallow soil pits (approximately 0.75 meters deep)will be dug to categorize drainage and soil moisture. The soil plug from each soil pit was replaced after the sampling was completed.Discreet metal markers (survey caps)will be buried at a depth of 8-13 centimeters to facilitate relocating the transects and study plots during possible future visits and for long-term monitoring. Dendrology Equipment Installations To support dendrology surveying and sampling work,sap flow meters will be installed at study sites located at Focus Areas within Denali State Park to study evapotranspiration within the Susitna River floodplain.Small probes will be inserted into trees and wrapped in insulation.Chords leading from the tree to a logger box will be laid on the ground and buried with leaf litter and small amounts of soil.In addition,small hobo temperature units may be installed on nearby trees or inserted into the ground.A type of bear deterrent known as a "Critter Gitter”will also be installed at selected sap flow meter sites to prevent damage to the equipment by bears.The device emits a high-pitched noise and displays a flashing light when body heat and motion are detected.The device sounds for approximately 5 seconds. iad |:a aeManaspaCopyReeAPAeytadoPgrteeoFianokit5eetShasoeRpdeyVsRaBsMyareBicSdait* Bare 22 See Ge Td ree eee ares =Typical sap flow sensor installation "4 eget ee)rig Jian box prior to burial insulation Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 22 Study sites will be established within Denali State Park to perform visual assessment of seed release for balsam poplar and select willow species.Tree/shrub diameter and height will be measured during the first site visit and subsequent observation on seed release timing was measured during weekly visits to the study sites.Tree tags will be placed on trees and will remain on trees through the field season 2014. In addition to tags,flags will be placed on select willow shrubs that are difficult to locate.Sites will be accessed via jet boat. "Typical metal tree tag For the seedling establishment study,transects were established in 2013 within FA-128 and FA-138 to monitor the rate at which seedlings became established on the floodplain.These transects will be resampled in 2014 and additional transects may be established.Samples will be taken for laboratory stable isotope analysis.Discreet metal and wooden markers were buried at a depth of 3-5 inches in order to find the transects on return visits.In addition,shallow groundwater monitoring wells were also installed.AEA is requesting authorization to keep the wells and survey markers installed for the duration of the study.Temporary wooden sign posts will be installed to notify others of site use.Sites will be accessed via jet boat.PShearex48a. powreretrees "Phas ae For a ;" Seedling establishment site with temporary the Typical groundwater monitoring well installed on wooden stakes a seedling establishment transect Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 23 Tree Coring and Wedges For the tree and shrub abundance sampling,study plots established within Denali State Park during 2013.One flag will be placed in the center of each plot.Tree coring of mature trees or root collar sampling of young trees and shrubs will be completed for laboratory analysis.Crews will access the sites via jet boat. Tree coring in progress A survey will be conducted via jet boat of trees along the Susitna River that have been scarred during ice breakup events.The location of these trees will be taken via GPS from the boat.In Focus Areas within Denali State Park wedge samples will be taken for the ice scar for laboratory analysis. 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Conduct River Recreation Survey A field survey will be completed floating the Susitna River from the Denali Highway to the Parks Highway Bridge below Talkeetna documenting physical descriptions of the river including length and access points,river difficulty,and character and portage requirements.In addition,the two person team will camp on various gravel bars and takeout locations to assess recreational opportunities.Stays at individual campsites will not exceed two nights and all campsites used low impact equipment. Recreation Resources Study To measure recreational use along the Parks Highway within Denali State Park and the Lake Louise State Recreation Area,the recreation resources study team will survey recreational users at trailheads, campgrounds,and pull-outs within the boundaries of the State Park and the Recreation Area.Cards will be left on vehicle windshields inviting recreational users to complete an online survey in the even the surveyors do not intercept them. Surveys will take place throughout 2014 at any maintained trailhead or pull-out parking areas,including: ®Troublesome Creek Campground road entrance Byers Lake Campground road entrance Hurricane Bridge Veterans Memorial Honolulu Creek bridge Denali Viewpoint North and South Road entrance to Princess Lodge Various mile posts between Parks Highway MPs 133-178 Various mile posts between Lake Louise Highway MPs 3.8-16.7 Troublesome Creek Campground Byers Lake Campground Lake Louise State Recreational Area Campground GENERAL STUDY SUPPORT ITEMS Survey Control Points Five permanent survey monuments were installed above ordinary high water as project contro!points along the Susitna River corridor within the Denali State Park boundary in 2012 and 2013.AEA is requesting authorization to keep the control points in place for the duration of the study.The markers consist of rebar with an aluminum cap pounded into the ground with a sledgehammer.Sites were accessed via jet boat. Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 25 Locations of the survey control points within Denali State Park where markers remain in place are listed in the table below. Table 15.Locations of the survey control points where markers remain within Denali State Park. tdentifier Latitude Longitude CP_134 62.57834 -150.0462 CP_109 62.65345 -149,9548 CP_110 62.7105 -149.8324 CP_111 62.73492 -149.7428 CP_517 62.76661 -149.6992 f aoe xt arker. Es +*et EEGeeni Typical installation of a survey m Five cross sections were surveyed on Indian River for use in a one-dimensional model.The bounding cross sections were marked with rebar and an aluminum cap.AEA would like authorization to keep the survey markers for these cross sections in place for the duration of the study.These locations are detailed in the table below. Table 16.Indian River Cross Section locations within Denali State Park. Cross Section Number Latitude Longitude Point Description XS 1 62.800857 -149.664449 Right end point of Cross Section 1 xXS1 62.801009 -149.663489 Left end point of Cross Section 1 xXS5 62.802295 -149.664931 Right end point of Cross Section 5 xXS5 62.802295 -149.664931 Left end point of Cross Section 5 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 26 CAMPS Brailey Camps Low impact camps will be by Brailey Hydrology,a sub-contractor of AEA along the Susitna River in support of a hydrology study on areas naturally free from vegetation.These camps will support field crews of less than 10 people and will be inhabited for less than ten days at a time.The same locations may be used up to three times within a field season.No tent platforms will be used and waste will be transported out via helicopter.Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)standards will be followed regarding fuel storage and waste water disposal. The number and location of camps established will depend on the height of water in the Susitna River during the 2014 field season. Slough 8A The Slough 8A camp (established by Geo-Watersheds Scientific in 2013)and will be re-established in February,March,and April 2014 to support winter work studies and then during the summer months to support other field efforts. For winter work,the camp will be established sometime between January 30-February 9 (Trip 1),March 4-10 (Trip 2)and March 27-April 3 (Trip 3),depending on weather conditions.The camp will be occupied by 8-10 people,for 4-7 days each month it is used.DEC standards will be followed for waste disposal and fuel storage.Approximately 4 Arctic Ovens and 1-2 pop-up ice fishing tents will be used to house crews and gear.No tent platforms or bear fences will be used.March.The crew would like the option to leave tents and possibly snow machines at the camp site between winter trips.No equipment will be left onsite after the camp is demobilized in For summer work,the camp will be inhabited by less than 10 people and for less than 10 days at a time. DEC standards will be followed for waste disposal and fuel storage.A bear fence will be erected around the main camp area tents.No equipment,supplies,or trash will be left on site at the end of the camp use.Field crews will utilize paths through the woods to avoid walking in Slough 8A salmon spawning habitat once salmon were present in the area. Location:Slough 8A Camp 62.66328/-149.90689 Denali State Park Special Use Permit Application Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project 2014 Fieldwork Description January 2014 Page 27 HELICOPTER LANDINGS Due to the unusually warm winter weather conditions,there are safety concerns with using snowmachines to access study sites along the Susitna River in 2014.The crew conducting the winter work studies requests the option to land helicopters within Denali State Park,both in and out of Focus Areas.The winter work studies are scheduled to take place in February,March,and April 2014,which each trip consisting of between 10-12 days per month. The team requests the option to land up to 30 times each day,for a total of 360 landings each month in February,March,and April.This would allow the helicopters to travel between different teams conducting work throughout the day to maximize use of the helicopter.This estimate is the most extreme scenario so the actual number of landings in the Park will likely be less.The crew is also considering using helicopters to sling snowmachines into the site,based on weather conditions,which would also decrease the number of landings needed. 1014 Denali State Park PRO\mrs -Application a 'Attachment B LAS 29122 AEA -Sustina Hydro peel Fa-128 |.A SiieCreek*fe rata,,SeeKEMeCot8x C3 Focus Area CY Park Boundary Project River Miles "7 Roads cd Indian River State ->.Railroad Recreational Area Date Saved:1/23/2014 o 4 2 4 Map Author:AEA -IWCMi.File:SuWa_14SPapp.qud P 2014 Denali State Park ermit Application Ba Chill Creeks »ComipiexowaPecae Indian -: dick Oe apRivermL,aw C3 Focus Area _]Park Boundary Project River Miles " Roads cl]Indian River State «.%RailroadRecreationalArea Oate Saved:1/23/2014 i)1 2 4 Map Author:AEA -JWC Mi.File:SuWa_14SPapp.mxd EC AEData & are, r= g age Cc 7) ee o6 3g EE = [o] 26 Qe. ba g33 &OoOo a® Bee , = c @ fy] n 5=rad =& offs ee: ©= g Ta< gESs oOL fezs ql Be = RAGAEADe aeaaks as TESRaedPASop\BRS x 5 Eadie Boa hae jee C3 Focus Area Area 2014 Denali State Park Permit Application FA-138 | e Project River Miles ral Indian River State Rec. Mi. rl |Denali State Park "/Roads Date Saved:1/23/2014 Map Author:AEA -JWC File:SuWa_14SP_FA.mxd 2014 Denali State Park |} Permit Application FA-128 Skull Creek Complex oo anAyota ae=AEE ahisin:Pate':2,splat a ae ie.we aby rong Aa ;ers :onepayee+capt kata C3 Focus Area C]Denali State Park e Project River Miles "7 Roads re Indian River State Rec,Area Date Saved:1/23/2014 0 04 Map Author:AEA -WCMi.File:SuWa_14SP_FA.mxd ome (SF Focus Area ' 2 Project River Mile f €Flow Arrow / Land Status Data Source:SuWa Ownership 20130910HDR Orthophoto Source:2011 MSB LIDAR &Imagery Project ”y ee sroad tgs ANCSA Corporation Land Alaska Railroad Corporation Land Federal Land Native Allotment Private Land Denali State Park indian River State Rec Area (33975) CORGET a Slough 11 FA-138 Side channel ESBe aT MIEN V=@@NE ENERGY AUTHORITY ae 0 5,000 eeeet Feet Projection:AK SP Zone 4 NAD 1983 Date Created:1/23/2014 Mao Author:R2 -Joetia ZablotneyFile.Map_Permiting_Parks MR.mxd Yau Bane?Pruposed E3 =Map Extent ail omsthun? maeth Paige FA-128 Upland sloug 5% 'xf Py mc?bdeas:i128geGTSnePied[oy ein,Ti ait a. Skull Creek* *AES has surveyed potential landing zones in this area Slough 8A* *AES has surveyed potential landing zones in this area No landings will take place within the railroad ROW (100-ft on each side of the [) @aaT>ENERGY AUTHORITY eum ISF Focus Area 4 Ms Alaska Raitroad Corporation Land -...im)Private LandcProjectRiverMilef '0 5,000&G2 sDanaii State Park Feeteeee€Flow Arrow / Project'on:AK SP Zone 4 NAD 1983 Date Created:1/23/2014 Land Status Data Source:SuWa Ownership -20130910HOR Map Author:R2 -Joetta ZablotneyOrthophotoSource:2011 MSB LIDAR &Imagery Project File:Map_PermittingParksMR.mxd Propesed Vesa Gam >" ADFG Prey THE STATE Department of Fish and GaeottIALASKAnivisionorenttatMatanuska-Susitna Regional OfficeGOVERNORSEANPARNELL 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Palmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.861.3232 FISH HABITAT PERMIT FH-13-IV-0768 AMENDMENT I ISSUED:April 30,2014 EXPIRES:August 31,2018 Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Sonar Installation Susitna River -Water Body No.247-41-10200 Sections 26,31,32 &33,T.32.N.,R.5 E.,S.M. Section 36,T.32 N.,R.4 E.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad, This amendment has been issued to authorize additional sonar locations.Previous versions of this permit are null and void. Pursuant to AS 16.05.871(b),the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat,has reviewed your proposal to place a mobile sonar in the upper Susitna River.DIDSON or similar sonar will used to collect information on salmon abundance,run timing,and duration.Sonar will be operated between May 1 and September 31 each year.This work will provide information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. According to your project plans,sonar units will be positioned on gravel or silt substrate and will be stabilized by their own weight.A picket diversion weir may be anchored to the substrate with rebar in order to divert fish to the front of the sonar.The sonar unit will be in place for no more than 4 days. Susitna River (Water Body No.247-41-10200)is specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of anadromous fish pursuant to AS 16.05.871(a).It provides spawning,rearing,and migration habitat for Chinook, coho,chum,sockeye,and pink salmon as well as resident fish species. In accordance with AS 16.05.871(d),project approval is hereby given subject to the project description above and the following stipulations: 1.No equipment leaking fluids or other hazardous chemicals may be operated below the ordinary high water line of Susitna River.Fuel,oil and other petrochemicals will not be stored within 100 feet of the ordinary high water mark of Susitna River. 2.The sonar and weir will be monitored frequently so there is minimal stress and hindrance to migration of all fish. 3.Any disturbed banks as a result of the operation will be stabilized using standard techniques as soon as possible. You are responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved project.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan,you shall notify the FH 13-IV-0768 Amendment I -2-April 30,2014 Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity. Any action that increases the project's overall scope or that negates,alters,or minimizes the intent or effectivenessofanystipulationcontainedinthispermitwillbedeemedasignificantdeviationfromtheapprovedplan.Thefinaldeterminationastothesignificanceofanydeviationandtheneedforapermitamendmentisthe responsibility of the Division of Habitat.Therefore,it is recommended you consult the Division of Habitat immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. For the purpose of inspecting or monitoring compliance with any condition of this permit,you shall give an authorized representative of the state free and unobstructed access,at safe and reasonable times,to the permit site. You shall furnish whatever assistance and information as the authorized representative reasonably requires for monitoring and inspection purposes. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of AS 16.05.871 and must be retained on site during project activities.Please be advised that this determination applies only to activities regulated by the Division of Habitat;other agencies also may have jurisdiction under their respective authorities.This determination does not relieve you of your responsibility to secure other permits;state,federal,or local.You are still required to comply with all other applicable laws. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or failure to comply with applicable statutes and regulations.The department reserves the right torequiremitigationmeasurestocorrectdisruptiontofishandgamecreatedbytheprojectandwhichwasadirectresultofthefailuretocomplywiththispermitoranyapplicablelaw. This permit decision may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330-630. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at 907-861-3205 or emailed to stormy .haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner By:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3200 sbh ce:A.Ott,Habitat S.Ivey,SF S.Ayers,SF Pagemaster,COE B.Johnson,AWT A.Oels,WC D.Massie,AWT R.Reich,SAC A.Fraiser,AEA THE STATE Department of 'ALAS K A Fish and Game .DIVISION OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION Headquarters Anchorage OfficeGOVERNORSEANPARNELL 333 Raspberry Road Anchorage,Alaska 99518-1565 Maln:907.267.2343 Fax:907.267.2859 June 18,2014 Mr.Jeff Randall Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,AK 99503 RE:ADL 224561 Caswell Creek Stream Gaging Station Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Dear Mr.Jeff Randall: The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF &G)reviewed the application submitted by Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc.on behalf of the Alaska Energy Authority (AEA),for the installation of a stream gaging station at the mouth of Caswell Creek in Section 6,T.21N., R.4W.S.M.The gaging station is a component of environmental baseline studies conducted by AEA in support-of the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project.The location of the gaging station lies within a State parcel,government lot 4,managed by ADF&G under an Interagency Land Management Agreement (ADL 224561)to provide fishing access at the confluence of the Susitna River.and Caswell Creek. An AEA subcontractor proposes to install a Campbell Scientific Inc.CR1000 data acquisition and control logger,self-contained pressure transducers that measure water pressure and water temperature,and one GWSYSI air temperature sensor.The sensors will be encased in PVC pipe and would be attached to a post inserted into the river bed to fix its location.Approximately 4 feet or less of pipe would be exposed above water.Survey benchmarks would be installed near the gaging station.A benchmark would consist of a piece of rebar hammered into the ground below or above the Ordinary High Water mark.Stream gaging installation would occur in June 2014. Caswell Creek has been specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of coho salmon (AWC No.247-41-10200-2190)and provides opportunities for sport fishing.The public is generally found angling within approximately 75 yards of the mouth of the creek.AEA has already received a Fish Habitat Permit from ADF&G/Division of Habitat for the installation of this steam gaging station (FH-13-IV-0371)and has also been authorized by the Alaska Mr.Jeff Randall -2-June 18,2014 Department of Natural Resources to conduct stream and streambed surveys in the Susitna River and its tributaries (LAS 29163). This letter authorizes the AEA work on ADF&G-managed lands as described above.Any waste and debris associated with the project will be completely removed at the completion of the installation.The right of the public to access and use State land and Caswell Creek shall not be restricted. Please feel free to contact me (267-2338)if you have questions. Sincerely, JADA Mark Fink Habitat Biologist Access Defense Program cc viaemail:Sam Ivey,ADF&G Rich Price,ADF&G Tom Vania,ADF&G Joe Klein,ADF&G Stormy Haught,ADF&G Todd Rinaldi,ADF&G Cliff Larson,DNR. wt .RS THE STATI25)"ALASKA S FISH HABITAT PERMIT AMENDMENT II Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:PIT Tag Array Installation -Susitna River and Tributaries Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0344 Oshetna River -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2880 Section 34,T.30 N.,R.11 E.,S.M. Sections 3 &10 T.29 N.,R.11 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0345 Kosina Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2810 Section 17,T.30 N.,R.8 E.,S.M. Sections 15 &21,T.31 N.,R.8 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-1V-0346 Indian River -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2551 Sections 4 &9,T.31 N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0347 Susitna River-Water Body No.247-41-10200 Section 25,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 19,20 &30,T.30N.,R.3 W.,S.M. Sections 2,3 &10,T.26N.,R.3 W.,S.M. Sections 26,27,34 &35,T.27 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0348 Montana Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2250 Sections 5,6,7 &8,T.23 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Section 33,T.24 .N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad: This permit amendment is issued to authorize an additional PIT tag antenna array location in Kosina Creek.Previous versions of this permit are null and void. Pursuant to AS 16.05.871(b),the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat,has reviewed your proposal to install PIT tag antenna arrays on the Susitna River and its tributaries.This Department of Fish and Game DIVISION OF HABITAT Matanuska-Susitna Regional Office 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Palmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.861.3232 ISSUED:June 13,2014 EXPIRES:October 1,2015 8we me FH 13-IV-0344+Amendment IT -2-June 13,2014 work will provide information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. According to your permit application,you intend to install PIT tag antenna arrays in the Oshetna River near its confluence with the Susitna River,in Kosina Creek at the confluence of Tsisi Creek,in Indian River near its confluence with the Susitna River,in the Susitna River at slough 8A,in the Susitna River at Whiskers Slough,and in Montana Creek near its confluence with the Susitna River.Installation will vary depending on site-specific conditions and will be either a swim-through antenna oriented perpendicular to the channel bottom,or a swim-over antenna laid flat over the stream channel substrate. For a swim-through antenna design,the bottom segment will be anchored to the substrate and the top segment will be suspended above the water surface.For a swim-over antenna,all four sides of the antenna frame will be anchored to the substrate.Arrays will consist of antenna wire enclosed in l-inch PVC pipe anchored to the substrate with duckbills.A 6-inch by 4-inch tuning box,a data logger,and a power supply consisting 4 to 8 deep cycle batteries and a solar panel will be located well above high water and back from the stream where they will not be submerged.No excavation of the banks of any of the streams listed above will occur during installation of the arrays.Minor rearrangement of cobbles or boulders may be done to facilitate antenna placement or to secure the antenna to the streambed.Your application and other submitted materials are incorporated by reference into this permit. The Susitna River (Water Body No.247-41-10200)and the tributaries listed above are specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of anadromous fish pursuant to AS 16.05.871(a). Chinook,coho,sockeye,chum,and pink salmon as well as resident fish species are present in the Susitna River. In accordance with AS 16.05.871(d),project approval is hereby given subject to the project description above and the following stipulations: 1.All materials will be completely removed from below the OHW mark of the Susitna River at the termination of the project. 2.Any inadvertent disturbance to stream bed or banks will be stabilized using standard techniques as soon as practical. 3.All shore based equipment shall be labeled with applicants name and permit number. 4.Habitat will be notified of the specific locations for pit tag arrays once site locations are finalized. You are responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved project.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan, you shall notify the Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity.Any action that increases the project's overall scope or that negates,alters, or minimizes the intent or effectiveness of any stipulation contained in this permit will be deemed a significant deviation from the approved plan.The final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat. Therefore,it is recommended you consult the Division of Habitat immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. For the purpose of inspecting or monitoring compliance with any condition of this permit,you shall give an authorized representative of the state free and unobstructed access,at safe and reasonable times,to the permit site.You shall furnish whatever assistance and information as the authorized representative reasonably requires for monitoring and inspection purposes. FH 13-IV-0344+Amendment II -3-June 13,2014 This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of AS 16.05.871 and must be retained on site during project activities.Please be advised that this determination applies only to activities regulated by the Division of Habitat;other agencies also may have jurisdiction under their respective authorities. This determination does not relieve you of your responsibility to secure other permits;state,federal,or local.You are still required to comply with all other applicable laws. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or failure to comply with applicable statutes and regulations.The department reserves the right to require mitigation measures to correct disruption to fish and game created by the project and which was a direct result of the failure to comply with this permit or any applicable law. This permit decision may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330-630. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at 907-861-3205 or emailed to stormy.haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner foo Kobnbr toes By:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3200 -sbh ce:A.Ott,Habitat S.Ivey,SF R.Reich,SAC S.Ayers,SF A.Oels,WC Pagemaster,COE B.Johnson,AWT D.Massie,AWT T.Rinaldi,WC P.Shields,CF B.McGregor,AEA easy oo WOES SSAROTIS RL RA URESete aa ee Sa Pap aE ate AE 2 THE STAPLE Department of of A L A SK A Fish and Game .DIVISION OF HABITAT Matanuska-Susitna Regional Office an a N Vy oe vec tLatIVENNCLSPA?Pow Re a be 1800 Glenn Highway.Suite 6 Patmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fox:907.861.3232 FISH HABITAT PERMIT AMENDMENT II ISSUED:June 12,2014 EXPIRES:July 31,2016 Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 West Northern Lights Blvd Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Stream Temperature Monitoring -Susitna River and Tributaries Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0797 Susitna River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200) Section 7,T.17 N.,R.6 W.,S.M. Section 22,T.17 N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Section 34,T.21 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 6 &7,T.23 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 15 &10 T.24.N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 36,T.26N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 26 &35,T.27 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 12,T.28 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 10,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 3,9 &19,T.30 N.,R.3 W.,S.M. Sections 9,10 &17,T.31 N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Section 36,T.32 N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Sections 25,T.32 N.,R.|W.,S.M. Section 12,T.31 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Sections 13,14,23 &24T.31N.,R.3E.,S.M. Sections 35 &36 T.32 N.,R.4 E.,S.M. Sections 31,32,&33,T.32 N.,R.5 E.,S.M. Section 25,T.32 N.,R.6 E.,S.M. Section 11,T.30 N.,R.10 E.,S.M. Section 35,T.16 N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0883 Yenta River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2053) Section 2,T.17.N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0884 Deshka River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2081) Section 26,T.19 N.,R.6 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0885 Talkeetna River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2370) Section 13,T.26N.,R.5 W.,S.M. FH 12-IV-0797+Amendment II -2-June 12,2014 Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0886 Chulitna River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2381) Section 29,T.29 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-TV-0887 Gold Creek (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2540) Section 20,T.31 N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0888 Indian River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2551) Sections 4&9 T.31N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-I'V-0889 Portage Creek (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2585) Section 25,T.32 N.,R.1 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0890 Kosina Creek (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2810) Section 15,T.31 N.,R.8 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-12-IV-0891 Oshetna River (Anadromous Water Body No.247-41-10200-2880) Section 34,T.30 N.,R.11 E.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad:° This amendment is issued to include additional locations for thermistor installation.Previous versions of this permit are null and void. Pursuant to AS 16.05.871(b),the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat has reviewed your proposal to install,operate,and maintain temperature monitoring stations in the Susitna River and tributaries. Thermistors will provide stream temperature information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project,and will be used to create models simulating the effects of dam operation. According to your project plans,you plan to install both in-stream and river bank thermistors at each site.In-streamthermistorswillbesuspendedfromafloatingbuoythatisanchoredtoaconcreteblock.A sinking ground line will be attached to the concrete block anchor and affixed above ordinary high water (OHW)for retrieval.River bank thermistors will be deployed inside a perforated pipe anchored to the riverbank.All buoys,running lines,ground lines and pipes will be visually marked. The Susitna River (247-41-10200)and the tributaries listed above are specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of anadromous fish pursuant to AS 16.05.871 (a).Chinook,coho,sockeye,chum and pink salmon as well as resident fish species are present in the Susitna River. In accordance with AS 16.05.871(d),your stream temperature monitoring station operation is approved subject to the following stipulations: 1.Bank cuts,fills,and other exposed earthwork are prohibited.The Division of Habitat shall be notified of any disturbance of the streambed or banks. 2.All materials will be completely removed from below the OHW mark of the Susitna River at the termination of the project. You are responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved project.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan,you shall notify the Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity.Any action that increases the project's overall scope or that negates,alters,or minimizes the intent or effectiveness of any stipulation contained in this permit will be deemed a significant deviation from the approved plan.The final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat. aoe FH 12-I1V-0797+Amendment II -3-June 12,2014 Therefore,it is recommended you consult the Division of Habitat immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. For the purpose of inspecting or monitoring compliance with any condition of this permit,you shall give an authorized representative of the state free and unobstructed access,at safe and reasonable times,to the permit site.You shall furnish whatever assistance and information as the authorized representative reasonably requires for monitoring and inspection purposes. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of AS 16.05.871 and must be retained on site during project activities.Please be advised that this determination applies only to activities regulated by the Division of Habitat;other agencies also may have jurisdiction under their respective authorities.This determination does not relieve you of yourresponsibilitytosecureotherpermits;state,federal,or local.You are still required to comply with all other applicable laws. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or failure to comply with applicable statutes and regulations.The department reserves the right to require mitigation measures to correct disruption to fish and game created by the project and which was a direct result of the failure to comply with this permit or any applicable law. This permit decision may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of AS 44,62.330-630. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at (907)861-3205 or emailed to stormy.haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner for hoknrA-Fok". By:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat BiologistDivisionofHabitat (907)861-3202 -sbh cc:A.Ott,Habitat S.Ivey,SF B.Johnson,AWT S.Ayers,SF A.Oels,WC Pagemaster,COE D.Massie,AWT A.Frasier,AEA R.Reich,SAC J,Randall,SAC rake sate Ceilidh cidDemet Natstt aE RTS 7 peace]we ae a ac aa a e Sidleit ee cde aa be Cite tteReanga I tne ricandepeintinetela.4 is ** THE STATE "ALASKA GOVERNOR SEAN PARNELL FISH HABITAT PERMIT AMENDMENT IV Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Stream Gaging Stations -Susitna River and Tributaries Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0349 Oshetna River -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2880 Section 34,T.30 N.,R.11 E.,S.M. Section 3,T.29 .N.,R.11 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-I'V-0350 Kosina Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2810 Section 21,T.31 N.,R.8 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0351 Fog Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2696 Sections 14,15 &16,T.31N.,R.4E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-TV-0352 Devil Creek -To be nominated Sections 15,22,27 &34,T.32 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-I'V-0353 Chinook Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2630 Section 6,T.31 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0354 Portage Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2585 Section 25,T.32 N.,R.1 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0355 Indian River -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2551 Section 4,T.31 N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0356 Gold Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2540 Department of Fish and Game DIVISION OF HABITAT Matanuska-Susitna Regional Office ISSUED: EXPIRES: 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Palmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.861.3232 July 18,2014 August 31,2018 FH 13-IV-0349+Amendment IV -2-July 18,2014 Section 20,T.31 N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0357 Unnamed Stream -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2474 Section 25,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0358 Unnamed Stream -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2473 Section 26,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0359 Deadhorse Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2462 Section 10,T.29.N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0360 Portage Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2454 Section 28,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0361 McKenzie Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2450 Section 32,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0362 Lane Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2440 Section 12,T.28 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 7,T.28 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0363 Whiskers Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2391 Section 3,T.26 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0364 Trapper Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2341 Section 15,T.25 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0365 Birch Creek -Water Body No.247-4 1-10200-2320-3010 Section 18,T.25 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0366 Rabideux Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2291 Section 16,T.24.N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0367 Montana Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2250 Section 7,T.23 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0368 Goose Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2230 Section 30,T.23 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. FH 13-I'V-0349+Amendment IV -3-July 18,2014 Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0369 Sheep Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2200-3050 Sections 17,18,19 &30,T.22.N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0370 Sheep Creek Slough -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2200 Section 30,T.22 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0371 Caswell Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2190 Section 6,T.21 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 29,31 &32,T.22 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0372 Deshka River-Water Body No.247-41-10200-2081 Section 10,T.19 N.,R.6 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0373 Susitna River-Water Body No.247-41-10200 Section 12,T.IS N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Section 12,T.15 N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Section 8,T.16N.,R.,7 W.,S.M. Section 22,T.17 N.,R.,7 W.,S.M. Sections 10 &35,T.19 N.,R.6 W.,S.M. Section 6,T.21 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Section 1,T.21 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 19,30 &31,T,22 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 24 &25,T.22 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 15 &25,T.25N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 14 &36,T.26 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 26,T.27 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 12,T.28 N.,R.5 W,,S.M. Section 10,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Section 25,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Section 10,T.30 N.,R.10 E.,S.M. Section 19,T.31 N.,R.4 E.,S.M. Sections 13,14,22,23 &24T.31N.,.R.3 E.,S.M. Section 12,T.31 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Section 25,T.32 N.,R.1 W.,S.M.Section 33,T.32N.,R.5E,S.M.€=Qmended Range Fam wesk bw Task Fish Habitat Permit FH-14-TV-0382 Tsusena Creek -To be nominated Sections 30 &31,T.32 N.,R.5 E.,S.M. Section 36,T.32 N.,R.4 E.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad: This amendment has been issued to correct an error in the above location description for FH-13-IV-0373. Previous versions of this permit are null and void. FH 13-IV-0349+Amendment IV 4-July 18,2014 Pursuant to AS 16.05.871(b),the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat has reviewed your proposal to install,operate,and maintain 25 stream gaging stations on the Susitna River and its'tributaries. Streamgages will provide instream flow information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. According to your project plans,you plan to install pressure transducers and temperature sensors housed in short sections of steel pipe,below ordinary high water of the Susitna River.In-river instrumentation will be connected to on-shore stations via cables protected by flexible metal conduit.Staff gauges will also be installed.Installation of gaging stations will vary depending on terrain.On-shore equipment will consist of a battery box,solar panel, electrical equipment enclosure,radio antenna,camera,and air temperature sensor.Equipment will be mounted on trees where practical,otherwise a tripod will be used. These waterbodies are specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of anadromous fish pursuant to AS 16.05.871(a).Chinook,coho,sockeye,chum and pink salmon as well as resident fish species are present in the Susitna River. In accordance with AS 16.05.871(d),your gauging station operation is approved subject to the following stipulations: 1,All materials will be completely removed from below the OHW mark of the Susitna River at the termination of the project. 2.Any inadvertent disturbance to stream bed or banks will be stabilized using standard techniques as soon as practical. You are responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved project.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan,you shall notify the Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity. Any action that increases the project's overall scope or that negates,alters,or minimizes the intent or effectiveness of any stipulation contained in this permit will be deemed a significant deviation from the approved plan.The final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat.Therefore,it is recommended you consult the Division of Habitat immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. For the purpose of inspecting or monitoring compliance with any condition of this permit,you shall give an authorized representative of the state free and unobstructed access,at safe and reasonable times,to the permit site. You shall furnish whatever assistance and information as the authorized representative reasonably requires for monitoring and inspection purposes. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of AS 16.05.871 and must be retained on site during project activities.Please be advised that this determination applies only to activities regulated by the Division of Habitat;other agencies also may have jurisdiction under their respective authorities.This determination does not relieve you of your responsibility to secure other permits;state,federal,or local.You are still required to comply with all other applicable laws. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or failure to comply with applicable statutes and regulations.The department reserves the right to require mitigation measures to correct disruption to fish and game created by the project and which was a direct result of the failure to comply with this permit or any applicable law. This permit decision may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330-630. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at (907)861-3205 or emailed to stormy.haught@alaskagov. * FH 13-IV-0349+Amendment IV - 5- Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner.”©af.Cl -By:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3202 -sbh cc:A,Ott,Habitat S.Ivey,SF S.Ayers,SF B.Johnson,AWT A.Oels,WC D.Massie,AWT A.Fraiser,AEA J.Randall,SAC July 18,2014 Pagemaster,COE R.Reich,SAC Pig a nmeRge EET RE EEEEeo Hehe Lt get Ponies urna AeAeatONLyettenceeeee=1 iathed TOGTene ow viet Mate Yb Go bec aece eee ee LE,apne De aaTHE STATE "ALASKAsePoENibft FISH HABITAT PE AMEND i Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Stream Gaging Stations -Susitna River and Tributaries Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0349 Oshetna River -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2880 Section 34,T.30 N.,R.11 E.,$.M. Section 3,T.29 N.,R.11 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0350 Kosina Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2810 Section 21,T.31 N.,R.8 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0351 Fog Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2696 Sections 14,15 &16,T.31N.,R.4 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0352 Devil Creek -To be nominated Sections 15,22,27 &34,T.32 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-I'V-0353 Chinook Creek -Water Body No.247-4 1-10200-2630 Section 6,T.31 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-I'V-0354 Portage Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2585 Section 25,T.32 N.,R.1 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0355 Indian River -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2551 Section 4,T.31N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0356 Gold Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2540 Section 20,T.31 .N.,R.2 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-I'V-0357 Unnamed Stream -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2474 Section 25,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. IT Department of Fish and Game DIVISION OF HABITAT Matanuska-Susitna Regional Office 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Palmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.861.3232 Replaced by TY" ISSUED: EXPIRES: June 12,2014 August31,2018 FH 13-IV-0349+Amendment IIT -2-June 12,2014 Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0358 Unnamed Stream -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2473 Section 26,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0359 Deadhorse Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2462 Section 10,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0360 Portage Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2454 Section 28,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0361 McKenzie Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2450 Section 32,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-1V-0362 Lane Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2440 Section 12,T.28 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 7,T.28 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0363 Whiskers Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2391 Section 3,T.26 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0364 Trapper Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2341 Section 15,T.25 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0365 Birch Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2320-3010 Section 18,T.25 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0366 Rabideux Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2291 Section 16,T.24.N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0367 Montana Creek -Water Body No.247-4 1-10200-2250 Section 7,T.23 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0368 Goose Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2230 Section 30,T.23 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0369 Sheep Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2200-3050 Sections 17,18,19 &30,T.22 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0370 Sheep Creek Slough -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2200 Section 30,T.22 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0371 Caswell Creek -Water Body No.247-41-10200-2190 Section 6,T.21 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 29,31 &32,T.22.N.,R.4 W.,S.M. FH 13-IV-0349+Amendment III -3-June 12,2014 Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-I'V-0372 Deshka River-Water Body No.247-41-10200-2081 Section 10,T.19 N.,R.6 W.,S.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-13-IV-0373 Susitna River-Water Body No.247-41-10200 Section 12,T.15 N.,R.7 W.,8.M. Section 12,T.15 N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Section 8,T.16 N.,R.,7 W.,S.M. Section 22,T.17 N.,R.,7 W.,S.M. Sections 10 &35,T.19 N.,R.6 W.,S.M. Section 6,T.21 N..R.4 W.,S.M. Section 1,T.21 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 19,30 &31,T.22 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Sections 24 &25,T.22 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 15 &25,T.25 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Sections 14 &36,T.26N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 26,T.27 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 12,T.28 N.,R.5 W.,S.M. Section 10,T.29 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Section 25,T.30 N.,R.4 W.,S.M. Section 10,T.30 N.,R.10 E.,S.M. Section 19,T.31 N.,R.4E.,S.M. Sections 13,14,22,23 &24 T.31N.,R.3 E.,S.M. Section 12,T.31 N.,R.2 E.,S.M. Section 25,T.32 N.,R.1 W.,S.M. Section 33,T.32 N.,R.5 W.,$.M. Fish Habitat Permit FH-14-IV-0382 Tsusena Creek -To be nominated Sections 30 &31,T.32 N.,R.5 E.,S.M. Section 36,T.32 N.,R.4 E.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad: This amendment has been issued to authorize additional stream gage locations.Previous versions of this permit are null and void. Pursuant to AS 16.05.871(b),the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat has reviewed your proposal to install,operate,and maintain 25 stream gaging stations on the Susitna River and its'tributaries. Streamgages will provide instream flow information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. According to your project plans,you plan to install pressure transducers and temperature sensors housed in short sections of steel pipe,below ordinary high water of the Susitna River.In-river instrumentation will be connected to on-shore stations via cables protected by flexible metal conduit.Staff gages will also be installed.Installation of gaging stations will vary depending on terrain.On-shore equipment will consist of a battery box,solar panel, electrical equipment enclosure,radio antenna,camera,and air temperature sensor.Equipment will be mounted on trees where practical,otherwise a tripod will be used. These waterbodies are specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of anadromous fish pursuant to AS 16.05.871(a).Chinook,coho,sockeye,chum and pink salmon as well as resident fish species are present in the Susitna River. FH 13-IV-0349+Amendment III -4-June 12,2014 In accordance with AS 16.05.871(d),your gauging station operation is approved subject to the following stipulations: 1.All materials will be completely removed from below the OHW mark of the Susitna River at the termination of the project. 2.Any inadvertent disturbance to stream bed or banks will be stabilized using standard techniques as soon as practical. You are responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved project.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan,you shall notify the Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity. Any action that increases the project's overall scope or that negates,alters,or minimizes the intent or effectiveness of any stipulation contained in this permit will be deemed a significant deviation from the approved plan.The final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat.Therefore,it is recommended you consult the Division of Habitat immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. For the purpose of inspecting or monitoring compliance with any condition of this permit,you shall give an authorized representative of the state free and unobstructed access,at safe and reasonable times,to the permit site. You shall furnish whatever assistance and information as the authorized representative reasonably requires for monitoring and inspection purposes. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of AS 16.05.871 and must be retained on site during project activities.Please be advised that this determination applies only to activities regulated by the Division of Habitat;other agencies also may have jurisdiction under their respective authorities.This determination does not relieve you of your responsibility to secure other permits;state,federal,or local.You are still required to comply with all other applicable laws. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or failure to comply with applicable statutes and regulations.The department reserves the right torequiremitigationmeasurestocorrectdisruptiontofishandgamecreatedbytheprojectandwhichwasadirect result of the failure to comply with this permit or any applicable law. This permit decision may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330-630. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at (907)861-3205 or emailed to stormy .haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissionerfeohondut Fo' By:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3202 -sbh cc:A.Ott,Habitat S.Ivey,SF S.Ayers,SF Pagemaster,COE B.Johnson,AWT A.Oels,WC D.Massie,AWT R.Reich,SAC A.Fraiser,AEA J.Randall,SAC waPSs LPR NS RON TTY TD ie Tub STATE Department of !Fish and GofALASKAnivisionenastrayMatanuska-Susitna Regional Office cn res ae 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Palmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.86 1.3232 FISH HABITAT PERMIT FH-14-IV-0375 ISSUED:May 1,2014EXPIRES:August 31,2018 Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Transducer Installation/Geomorphological Sampling Susitna River -Waterbody No.247-41-10200 Sections 8 &20,T.14N.,R.7 W.,SM. Sections 11,15,17,28,30,T.19 N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Sections 2 &24,T.14.N.,R.8 W.,S.M. Section 23,T.16.N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad: Pursuant to AS 16.05.871(b),the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat has reviewed your proposal to conduct geomorphological sampling and install pressure transducers in the Susitna River.This work will provide information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. According to your project plans,geomorphological samples of bed,bank,and surface material will be collected at 5 sites between project river mile (PRM)6 and 22.Subsurface samples will be collected by removing the surface armor layer with a shovel.Samples will be sieved in the field and a small portion will be removed for detailed analysis.All holes will be filled and no permanent markers will be left on site.Additionally,you propose to install up to 10 pressure transducers in the Susitna River between PRM 4 and 13.Transducers will be housed in short sections of steel pipe anchored to the river bed with a paver stone weight. The Susitna River (Water Body -247-41-10200)is specified as important for spawning,rearing,or migration of anadromous fish pursuant to AS 16.05.871(a).Chinook,coho,sockeye,chum and pink salmon as well as resident fish species are present in the Susitna River. In accordance with AS 16.05.871(d),your gaging station operation is approved subject to the following stipulations: 1.All materials will be completely removed from below the OHW mark of the Susitna River at the termination of the project. 2.Any inadvertent disturbance to stream bed or banks will be stabilized using standard techniques as soon as practical. You are responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved project.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan,you shall notify the Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity. Any action that increases the project's overall scope or that negates,alters,or minimizes the intent or effectivenessofanystipulationcontainedinthispermitwillbedeemedasignificantdeviationfromtheapprovedplan.The "FH 14-IV-0375 -2-May 1,2014 final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat.Therefore,it is recommended you consult the Division of Habitat immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. For the purpose of inspecting or monitoring compliance with any condition of this permit,you shall give an authorized representative of the state free and unobstructed access,at safe and reasonable times,to the permit site. You shall furnish whatever assistance and information as the authorized representative reasonably requires for monitoring and inspection purposes. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of AS 16.05.871 and must be retained on site during project activities.Please be advised that this determination applies only to activities regulated by the Division of Habitat;other agencies also may have jurisdiction under their respective authorities.This determination does not relieve you of your responsibility to secure other permits;state,federal,or local.You are still required to comply with all other applicable laws. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or failure to comply with applicable statutes and regulations.The department reserves the right to require mitigation measures to correct disruption to fish and game created by the project and which was a direct result of the failure to comply with this permit or any applicable law. This permit decision may be appealed in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330-630. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at (907)861-3205 or emailed to stormy.haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner. fom enki Fort". By:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3202 -sbh ce:A.Ott,Habitat S.Ivey,SF S.Ayers,SF Pagemaster,COE B.Johnson,AWT A.Oels,WC D.Massie,AWT R.Reich,SAC A.Fraiser,AEA Olivia Cohn From:Haught,Stormy B (DFG)<stormy.haught@alaska.gov> Sent:Monday,March 24,2014 4:29 PM To:Jeff Randall Subject:RE:Lake Coring_SuWa Field Activity Hi Jeff-No Fish Habitat Permit is required for this coring program as described.If plans change considerably (permanent installations or significant excavation of the lake bed for instance)please let us know. Best, Stormy Haught Habitat Biologist Alaska Dept.Fish &Game Division of Habitat Palmer,AK 907-861-3205 From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@solsticeak.com] Sent:Monday,March 24,2014 2:35 PM To:Haught,Stormy B (DFG) Subject:Lake Coring_SuWa Field Activity Stormy, Just to follow up from my call last week,a sub-contractor of AEA would like to conduct some lake coring to complete a paleo-environmental assessment.DNR had suggested that we confirm with the ADFG-Habitat Division that a Fish Habitat permit was not needed. The team will obtain sediment cores using a piston-corer with a barrel measuring between 2 and 2 %-inches in diameter.They will land a plane on frozen lakes and auger through the ice to insert the corer.No equipment will be installed.Can you please confirm back that no ADFG permit is needed for this activity so |can pass this along to the team?Please let me know if |can provide any other information on the activity. Thank you, Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 oo _ Check out our NEW website:www.solsticeak.com BLM , Jeff Randall in From:Becker,Brenda <bbecker@blm.gov> Sent:Monday,August 18,2014 11:53 AM To:Jeff Randall Ce:Robin Reich Subject:Re:Geomorphology Recon Trip Jeff, This is a follow-up of our phone conversation. I spoke to my acting field manager on this and we agree that this is a casual use type thing.You won't be doing any more damage than someone from the general public floating the river. Again,I am sorry that it has taken so long to get back to you on this. Brenda Brenda Becker Realty Specialist Glennallen Field Office P.O.Box 147 Glennallen,Alaska 99588 (907)822-7321 On Fri,Aug 8,2014 at 1:17 PM,Jeff Randall <jeff@solsticeak.com>wrote: Brenda, Crews will float the Susitna River from the Denali Parks Hwy bridge to approximately PRM 173 to make geomorphic observations and to conduct sporadic sediment sampling.The crews will avoid accessing land parcels that are "selected.”The sections they may access are listed below. Surface samples will be performed by placing a 100-ft tape along a gravel bar and the material at each foot increment is measured with the use of a gravelometers. Subsurface samples will be performed by removing (with a shovel)the surface armor layer of material and sampling the material below the armor layer.The subsurface samples are sieved in the field with only a small sample of the material (a portion of that which passes through the 16 mm sieve)removed and analyzed at a laboratory for further detailed analysis.All holes were refilled and no permanent markers remain. 1 Bank material is sampled by removing a small portion of the bank with a shovel.The material,typically 20-Ibs or less is placed in a sample bag and taken to a laboratory for further detailed analysis. Crews will camp overnight in primitive campsites using dome tents along the river.All waste and debris will be removed. I attached the e-mail from DNR stating that they are authorizing the activity as a generally allowed use.CIRWG also authorized it via submission of a Plan of Operations (POP)submission,which is attached. Sections of Potential Sampling and/or Camping. SEC 19,T30N,R12E, SM SEC 2,T32N,R12E, SM SEC 30,T30N,R12E, SM SEC 25,T22S8,R2E,FM SEC 31,T30N,R12E, SM SEC 26,T228,R2E,FM SEC 21,T31N,R12E, SM SEC 10,T22S,RZE,FM SEC 28,T31N,R12E, SM SEC 22,T22S,R2E,FM SEC 34,T32N,R12E, SM SEC 23,T22S,R2E,FM SEC 13,T32N,R12E, SM SEC 32,T22S,R3E,FM SEC 10,T31N,R12E, SM SEC 16,T22S,R2E,FM SEC 14,T32N,R12E, SM SEC 2,T32N,RI2E, SM SEC 2,T31N,R12E, SM SEC 25,T22S,R2E,FM SEC 1,T31N,R12E, SM SEC 26,T22S8,R2E,FM SEC 11,T32N,R12E, SM SEC 10,T22S,R2E,FM SEC 4,T31N,RIZE,|SEC 22,T228,R2E,FM SEC 9,T31N,RIZE,|SEC 23,T228,R2E,FM SEC 20,T30N,RIZE,|SEC 32,T22S,R3E,FM SEC 3,T31N,RIZE,|SEC 16,T22S,R2E,FM SM SEC 17,T30N,R12E, SM SEC 36,T30N,R11E, SM SEC 36,T228,R2E, FM SEC 25,T30N,R11E, SM SEC 15,T22S8,R2E, FM SEC 35,T30N,R11E, SM SEC 1,T32N,R12E, SM SEC 9,T22S8,R2E,FM SEC 2,T29N,R11E, SM SEC 1,T29N,RI1E, SM SEC 15,T218S,RIE, FM SEC 12,T30N,RYE, SM SEC 10,T218,R1E, FM SEC 27,T218,RIE,FM SEC 22,T21S,RIE, FM SEC 34,T21S,RIE,FM SEC 23,T218,RIE, FM SEC 31,T22S,R3E,FM SEC 14,T21S,R1E, FM SEC 16,T33N,R12E, SM Please let me know if we can provide any other information. Thank you Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 SteeCheckout our NEW website:www.solsticeak.com Jeff Randall ee a To:Becker,Brenda Subject:RE:Lake Coring From:Becker,Brenda [mailto:bbecker@bIm.gov] Sent:Friday,April 11,2014 11:39 AM To:Andrew Fraiser Ce:Jeff Randall;Robin Reich Subject:Re:Lake Coring Jeff, This email serves as your authorization to do the lake coring project on Deadman Lake and Sally Lake. Be careful. Brenda Brenda Becker Realty Specialist Glennallen Field Office P.O.Box 147 Glennallen,Alaska 99588 (907)822-7321 Stipulations for Research Sites April 2,2014 1.0 Definitions 1.1 The Glennallen Field Manager or designated representative is the Authorized Officer (AO),as defined by 43 CFR 2920.0-5(c). 1.2 "Grantee”means Alaska Energy Authority,and any and all assignees that may be of record, including all agents,contractors,subcontractors,and employees. 1.3."Grant”means the right-of-way,license,lease,permit,or other permission granted by the United States to the grantee for the use of public lands and resources. 2.0 General 2.1 The grantee will address all matters to the Glennallen Field Manager,P.O.Box 147, Glennallen,Alaska 99588. 2.2 Incase of change of address,the grantee shall immediately notify the AO. 2.3 Any modifications to the proposed activities must be approved in writing by the AO. 2.4 This grant is subject to all prior valid and existing rights,and the United States makes no representations or warranties whatever,either expressed or implied,as to the existence,or nature of such valid existing rights. 2.5 The right to grant additional rights-of-way or permits for compatible use on,over,under,or adjacent to the land involved in this grant is reserved to the AO. 2.6 It is the responsibility of the grantee to ensure that field party members are familiar with and adhere to these stipulations. 2.7 The holder,in exercising the privileges granted under this grant shall comply with the regulations of the Department of the Interior and all Federal,State,Borough and Municipal laws,ordinances,or regulations,which are applicable to the area or operations covered by this grant. 2.8 The grantee may be requested by the AO to furnish transportation and quarters for designated field representatives or observers while inspecting operations. 2.9 Inthe advent of a disagreement of the interpretation or implementation of these stipulations the grantee agrees that the AO shall have the final say in how these stipulations are interpreted and implemented. 2.10 AEA shall obligate any lead contractor or consultant (AEA Contractor)authorized to use the united States'land under this Permit,to execute the following indemnification: AA093571 amendment 2.11 2.12 2.13 2.14 2.15 2.16 AEA Contractor shall defend and hold the United States,it's assigns,agents,employees, representatives and successors in interest,harmless from and against any claim and all actions,fees,for injury to or death of any person,persons,or property arising in connections with and as a direct result of AEA Contractor's activities,included but not limited to United States negligence,if any,in failing to recognize or remedy a hazardous condition existing on public lands. This grant may not be encumbered,hypothecated,assigned,subleased,or transferred without prior written approval by the AO. The AO may revoke or terminate this grant in whole,or in part,upon a determination by the AO that the terms,conditions,or stipulations of the grant have been violated,or by determination by the AO that the grantee's actions pose a threat to human health or safety,orirreparableharmtothesurroundingenvironment. The grantee shall not enclose or obstruct in any manner,or erect or maintain any signs or structures on roads or tails commonly used for public travel or access to public lands surrounding the grant. This grant does not authorize any other use of the public lands or improvements belonging to the US Government. Grantee shall comply with Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C.2000 et seq.)and the regulations of the Secretary of the Interior issued pursuant thereto. Fire suppression or protection shall not be provided by the government.The grantee shall be responsible for taking reasonable precautions to prevent and suppress,brush,grass,and other fire hazards within the authorized area,extinguishing all fires before departing the premises. 3.0 Environmental 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 All operations will be conducted in such a manner as not to cause damage or disturbance to any fish or wildlife,or to impede rural residents from pursuing their traditional subsistence activities (ANILCA,P.L.96-487). Grantee will not intentionally harass or harm migratory birds or interfere with their nesting and brood rearing activities.(ROP-F&W-a-13;ROP-F&W-b-1 EARMP,2007) All activities shall be conducted so as to avoid or minimize disturbance to vegetation.If it becomes necessary to remove vegetation,prior approval by the AO is required. All operations shall be conducted with due regard for good resource management and in such a manner as not to block any stream,or drainage system,or cause the pollution or siltation of any stream or lake. Use of pesticides or herbicides shall comply with the applicable Federal and State laws. Pesticides or herbicides shall be used in accordance with their registered uses and within limitations imposed by the Secretary of the Interior.Prior to the use of pesticides or herbicides,the grantee shall obtain form the AO written approval of a plan showing the type AA093571 amendment 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 and quantity of materials to be used,pest(s)to be controlled,method of application,location of storage and disposal of containers,and any other information deemed necessary by the AO.Emergency use of pesticides or herbicides shall be approved in writing by the AO prior to such use. The grantee shall conduct all activities associated with the construction,operation,and termination of the right-of-way within the authorized limits of the right-of-way.If any scarring or damage occurs outside of approved areas as a result of the holder's operations,the areas shall be repaired and reseeded,or otherwise corrected as necessary to the satisfaction of the Authorized Officer. The grantee will do everything reasonable,both independently and/or upon request of the authorized officer to prevent and suppress fires on or near the lands occupied under the right- of-way. Petroleum products or by-products shall not be used for dust suppression. Any revegetation will be with native species only. 4.0 Operational 4.1 4.2 43 44 4.5 4.6 Any cultural and/or paleontological resource (historic or prehistoric site or object)discovered by the Grantee,or any person working on his behalf,on public or Federal lands shall be iramediately reported to the Authorized Officer.Grantee shall suspend all operations in the immediate area of such discovery until written authorization to proceed is issued by the Authorized Officer.An evaluation of the discovery will be made by the AO to determine appropriate actions to prevent the loss of significant cultural or scientific values.The Grantee will be responsible for the cost of evaluation and the Authorized Officer will make any decision as to proper mitigation measures after consulting with the Grantee. All waste generated during operation,maintenance,and termination activities under this authorization shall be removed or otherwise disposed of as required by state and federal law. In this case the waste must be dumped in a DEC approved landfill site.Waste in this sub- paragraph means all discarded matter,including but not limited to,human waste,trash garbage,refuse,and oil drums,petroleum products,ashes and discarded equipment. Areas of operation shall be left clean of all unauthorized foreign objects.This shall include, but is not limited to,wires,pins,flags and reflectors. All fuel or lubricant spills will be cleaned up immediately,taking precedence over all other matters,except the health and safety of personnel.Spills will be cleaned up utilizing absorbent pads or other Alaska State DEC approved methods.Any such spill sites will be documented so that they can be located during the compliance check. Recovered spill fluids will be removed and incinerated in approved receptacles. As soon as possible,but not later than 24 hours,notice of any such discharge as defined in Alaska Statute Title 18,Chapter 75,Article 2,will be given to the AO and any other Federal and State Officials as are required by law. AA093571 amendment 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 All State and Federal safety standards and regulations for fuel transportation and handling will be followed.Only fuel products and amounts specifically authorized shall be stored on site,and shall be located at least 100 feet away from any source of water.All fuel containers, including barrels and propane tanks,shall be marked with the grantees name,product type, and year filled. The grantee shall protect all survey monuments within or near the permit area againstdestruction,obliteration,or damage during the life of this grant.If any public land monuments,or corners,or accessories,including but not limited to U.S.Coast and Geodetic, U.S.Geological Survey,and/or Bureau of Land Management survey monuments,are destroyed or obliterated,or damaged,the grantee,by utilization of a registered land surveyor shall reestablish or restore at the time location the monuments,corners,or accessories using surveying procedures in accordance with the "Manual of Instructions for the Survey of Public Lands of the United States,1973 Ed”and shall record such survey in the appropriate records. Additional requirements for the protection of monuments,corners,and bearing trees may be prescribed by the authorized representative.Written permission from the authorized representative must be obtained before a monument may be moved or buried.A copy of the survey record shall be furnished to the Bureau of Land Management fully describing monuments and corner accessories found at the corner point and any new monuments,or accessories established,to perpetuate the comer position. No hazardous materials shall be transported or disposed within the area of authorized use. The grantee shall ensure that a copy of the permit and stipulations are present on site at all times. Prior to abandonment of any portion of the facilities authorized by this grant,the grantee shall contact the Authorized Officer,and if the situation warrants,to arrange a joint inspection of the right-of-way.The inspection will be held to agree on an acceptable rehabilitation plan. The Authorized Officer must approve the plan in writing prior to the grantee commencing any abandonment and/or rehabilitation activities. Drip basins or absorbent diapers will be placed under all non-dry disconnect-type fuel line or lubricating couplings and valves of all unattended equipment on site. Any further ground disturbance will be done after approval by the Authorized Officer. Grantee shall inform and ensure compliance of the grant and its stipulations by his/her agents, contractors,subcontractors,employees,and guests. No new access trails or roads are authorized without written authorization from the Bureau of Land Management,or upon conveyance of the land to the State of Alaska. The site must be kept clean.All waste generated during the operation and termination activities of this lease shall be removed and disposed of as required by state and federal laws. As defined in this paragraph "waste”means all discarded matter,including but not limited to human waste,trash,garbage,litter,oil drums,petroleum,ashes,and discarded equipment. Fuel storage containers,including slow test holding tanks and hazardous substances,with a total combined capacity larger than 55 gallons shall not be placed within 100 feet of the AA093571 amendment ordinary high water mark of any water body.Containers which exceed a total combined capacity of 110 gallons must be stored within an impermeable diked area or portable impermeable containment structure capable of containing 110 percent capacity of the largest independent container.All containers must clearly be marked with the content's and the Lessee'name.Drip pans arid materials,such as absorbent pads,must be on hand to contain and clean up spills from any transfer or handling of fuel. 4.18 This authorization does not relieve the lessee from securing any other permits,licenses,or other authorizations required by federal,state,or local law. 4.19 Flying will be conducted between 2 hours after sunrise and 2 hours before sunset,between September 1 and September 20,to not interfere with hunting season. 4.19.1 Aircraft associated with permitted activities will maintain an altitude of 1,000 ft between;October 15-March 31 for moose (ROP-F&W-b-3);May 1 -June 15 for caribou calving areas (ROP-F&W-b-2);and,April !-August 31 within 0.5 miles of known bald eagle nests (ROP-F&W-b-4) 4.20 Invasive,Non-Native Plant Species Prevention and Mitigation 4.20.1 All vehicles,transport equipment used in access,construction,maintenance and operations of project must be thoroughly cleaned prior to moving equipment across or onto BLM managed lands.Washing and/or brushing equipment to remove material that can contain weed or other propagates helps to insure equipment that is being transported across or onto BLM managed lands are weed and weed seed free. High pressure washing is recommended to treat the insides of bumpers,wheel wells, undercarriages,inside belly plates,excavating blades,buckets,tracks,rollers,drills, buckets,shovels,any digging tools,etc.,to remove potential weeds,seeds,and soil carrying weed propagules,and vegetative material. 4.20.2 Early detection,rapid response mitigates ecological damage from invasive species. Should a development have invasive plant infestations prior to development or use, proponents must confer with the land administrator to develop an invasive plant treatment plan to eliminate and/or prevent the propagation of the species. 4.20.3 Certified weed-free mulch,hay or straw is required in areas needing mulch.Sources for weed free mulch can be found by calling the Plant materials Center:907-745- 4469.Revegetation Guidance can be found at: http://www.dnr.state.ak/ag/pmcweb/PMC_reveg 4 ee'.HRM ff RO14-Permittee Signature //Date AA093571 amendment Olivia Cohn From:Robin Reich <robin@solsticeak.com> Sent:Tuesday,September 02,2014 12:25 PM To:olivia@solsticeak.com Subject:FW:Susitna Hydro Permitting Questions From:Becker,Brenda [mailto:bbecker@bIm.gov] Sent:Thursday,April 17,2014 2:46 PM To:ROBIN REICH Cc:Jeff Randall;Sarah Bullock Subject:Re:Susitna Hydro Permitting Questions Robin, Yes,they are good to camp.But we need to do a little more work on the bat capture information. Brenda Brenda Becker Realty Specialist Glennallen Field Office P.O.Box 147 Glennallen,Alaska 99588 (907)822-7321 On Thu,Apr 17,2014 at 2:43 PM,ROBIN REICH <robin@solsticeak.com>wrote: Thanks for the messages. Regardless of the bat capturing,are they ok to camp at the bat sites? -----Original Message ----- From: "Becker Brenda"<bbecker@bim.gov> To: "ROBIN REICH"<robin@solsticeak.com> Ce: "Jeff Randall"<jeff@solsticeak.com>,"Sarah Bullock"<sbullock@bIm.gov> Sent: Thu,17 Apr 2014 14:28:55 -0800 Subject: Re:Susitna Hydro Permitting Questions Robin, In the last email,|forgot to let you know that there is no problems with the wildlife camera and the camping in conjunction with that camera. 1 If you have any questions,please let me know. Brenda Brenda Becker Realty Specialist Glennallen Field Office P.O.Box 147 Glennalien,Alaska 99588 (907)822-7321 On Thu,Apr 17,2014 at 2:20 PM,Becker,Brenda <bbecker@blm.gov>wrote: Robin, |brought your request forward to some of the people in our office.At this time |am including Sarah Bullock,our wildlife biologist in this email.|think that she might have some questions on the bat captures that you are planning. Brenda Brenda Becker Realty Specialist Glennailen Field Office P.O.Box 147 Glennallen,Alaska 99588 (907)822-7321 On Thu,Apr 17,2014 at 9:18 AM,ROBIN REICH <robin@solsticeak.com>wrote: Hi Brenda- |just heard that the wildlife team would like to camp at the wildlife camera location (SO031NO08E12)if possible.Again,this is the spot that we believe might have a mining claim.The camp would be the similar to what was described for the Bat Camp (3 people,3 nights,low impact). Thanks. -----Original Message ----- From: "ROBIN REICH"<robin@solsticeak.com> To: "Becker Brenda"<bbecker@bim.gov>,"ROBIN REICH"<robin@solsticeak.com> Ce: "Jeff Randall"<jeff@solsticeak.com> Sent: Thu,17 Apr 2014 09:09:14 -0800 Subject: Re:Susitna Hydro Permitting Questions Good morning. The bat team would include about 3 people staying no more than 3 nights during one occasion in July and another in September.They would be camping using small tents,but no permanent structures would be installed.All waste would be transported out of the camps when they leave. 2 Thanks. woes Original Message --- From: "Becker Brenda”<bbecker@bim.gov> To: "ROBIN REICH”<robin@solsticeak.com> Ce: "Jeff Randall"<jeff@solsticeak.com> Sent Thu,17 Apr 2014 07:39:14 -0800 Subject: Re:Susitna Hydro Permitting Questions Robin, With the temporary camp sites,how large are you talking about?How many people,how many nights at each site,etc? Brenda Brenda Becker Realty Specialist Glennallen Field Office P.O.Box 147 Glennallen,Alaska 99588 (907)822-7321 On Wed,Apr 16,2014 at 4:42 PM,ROBIN REICH <robin@solsticeak.com> wrote: Brenda-<?xml:namespace prefix ="o"ns ="urn:schemas- microsoft-com:office:office"/> As I mentioned on the phone,a Susitna Hydro contractor is interested in installing a wildlife camera on BLM land near: Lat (WGS 84)Long (WGS 84)MTRS 62.79617 (within 1 km)- 14786363 (within 1 km)SO31N008E12 Based on our land ownership data,it appears that this area has a few mining claims. We are wondering whether the camera could be installed at this location and if there are any special approvals needed because of the claim.The contractor is interested in installing the wildlife camera in mid-May. 3 in addition,we are wondering whether the contractor can access the land in order to observe and view wildlife in the area. Ona different topic,AEA has approval to install bat detectors for the project on BLM land under AA-93571.This year,the contractor will need to capture (using mist nets),tag and radio- track bats to roost sites.Is this an allowable use on BLM land, or is a modification to the existing permit needed?(The contractor would obtain other wildlife tagging permits as required by USFWS.) This work would require staying overnight at temporary camp sites on BLM fand.!s this an allowable use,or would a modification to AA-93571 be needed?The bat work would occur in mid-July and mid-September Thanks for your help with this. Robin Reich Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 907.929.5960 ADFG-SA wdDepartment of Fish and Game DIVISION OF HABITAT Matanuska-Susitna Regional Office LENE EG 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Palmer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.861.3232 SPECIAL AREA PERMIT FH 14-IV-0380-SA ISSUED:May 1,2014 EXPIRES:August 31,2018 _Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Thermistor Installation Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Susitna River,Susitna Flats State Game Refuge Section 35,T.16N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad, Pursuant to AS 16.20.060 and 5 AAC 95,the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat has reviewed your proposal to install,operate,and maintain temperature monitoring stations in the Susitna River and tributaries.Thermistors will provide stream temperature information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project,and will be used to create models simulating the effects of dam operation. According to your project plans,you plan to install both in-stream and river bank thermistors at each site.In- stream thermistors will be suspended from a floating buoy that is anchored to a concrete block.A sinking ground line will be attached to the concrete block anchor and affixed above ordinary high water (OHW)for retrieval. River bank thermistors will be deployed inside a perforated pipe anchored to the riverbank.All buoys,running lines,ground lines and pipes will be visually marked.Personnel will access the sites via boat or helicopter. The SFSGR was established by the Alaska Legislature in 1976 under AS 16.20.036 to protect the following: 1.Fish and wildlife habitat and populations,particularly waterfowl nesting,feeding and migration areas; moose calving areas;spring and fall bear feeding areas;salmon spawning and rearing habitats;and, 2.Public use of fish and wildlife and their habitat,particularly waterfowl,moose and bear hunting; viewing;photography;and general public recreation in a high quality environment. Multiple land use activities on the refuge may be allowed if the project provides for the proper protection of fish and game.The proposal,as described,is not expected to adversely impact important habitat values,fish and wildlife populations,or public recreation provided all project stipulations are strictly adhered to. In accordance with 5 AAC 95,project approval is hereby given subject to the following stipulations: 1.No material of any kind,including waste products,debris,supplies,or equipment not identified in this permit shall not be stored or disposed of within the SFSGR. 2.All materials will be completely removed from the SFSGR at the termination of the project. 3.The Division of Habitat will be contacted at (907)861-3200 at least 24-hours prior to any helicopter activities within the boundaries of the SFSGR. FH 14-IV-0380-SA -2-May 1,2014 4.The authorized activity shall not unreasonably restrict or interfere with public access to or across state land,or to fish and wildlife resources. 5.Disturbance to riparian and upland vegetation will be avoided and minimized to the maximum extent practicable. 6.Harassment of wildlife is prohibited. The permittee is responsible for the actions of contractors,agents,or other persons who perform work to accomplish the approved plan.For any activity that significantly deviates from the approved plan,the permittee shall notify the Division of Habitat and obtain written approval in the form of a permit amendment before beginning the activity.Any action taken by the permittee or an agent of the permittee that increases the project's overall scope or that negates, alters,or minimizes the intent or effectiveness of any stipulation contained in this permit will be deemed a significant deviation from the approved plan.The final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat.Therefore,it is recommended that the Division of Habitat be consulted immediately when a deviation from the approved plan is being considered. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of 5 AAC 95.This permit must be retained on-site during the permitted activity.Please be advised that this approval does not relieve you of the responsibility for securing other permits:state,federal,or local. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or with applicable statutes and regulations.The permittee shall mitigate any adverse effect upon fish or wildlife,their habitat,or any restriction or interference with public use,which the commissioner determines may be expected to result from,or which actually results from,the permittee's activity,or which was a direct result of the permittee's failure to:(1)comply with a permit condition or a provision of 5 AAC 95;or (2)correct a condition or change a method foreseeably detrimental to fish and wildlife,or their habitat. Pursuant to 5 AAC 95.920,an interested person may initiate an appeal of a decision made under this chapter in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330--44.62.630 by requesting a hearing under AS 44.62.370. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at 907-861-3205 or emailed to stormy.haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner fer borheo®coeBy:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3202 -sbh cc:A.Ott,Habitat A.Oels,WC T.Massie,Habitat S.Ivey,SF D.Hill,WC J.Meehan,WC S.Ayers,SF B.Johnson,AWT D.Massie,AWT R.Reich,SAC A.Fraiser,AEA LI THESTATE reeatment ofofSishandGamecae)ALA KA DIVISION OF HABITAT Matanuska-Susitna Regional Office ire PN SAN PARNT LG 1800 Glenn Highway,Suite 6 Paimer,Alaska 99645-6736 Main:907.861.3200 Fax:907.861.3232 SPECIAL AREA PERMIT FH 14-1V-0374-SA ISSUED:May 1,2014 EXPIRES:August 31,2015 Sara Fisher-Goad Alaska Energy Authority 813 W.Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage,AK 99503 Re:Instrument and Survey Monument Installation/Geomorphology Studies Susitna Flats State Game Refuge Sections 8,9,16,20,21 &27,T.14N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Sections 4,5,7,9,11,14,15,17,18,21,22,28,29,30 &32,T.1S N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Sections 25 &36,T.15 N.,R.8 W.,S.M. Sections 2,23,24 &34,14,T.14N,R.8 W.,S.M. Sections 21,23,28 &35 ,T.16N.,R.7 W.,S.M. Dear Ms.Fisher-Goad: Pursuant to 5 AAC 95,the Alaska Department of Fish and Game,Division of Habitat,has reviewed your plans to conduct geomorphological sampling and install pressure transducers,barometric pressure loggers,and survey monuments within the Susitna Flats State Game Refuge (SFSGR).This work will provide information to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)licensing process for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. According to your project plans,up to 10 pressure transducers will be installed in the Susitna River between project river miles (PRM)4 and 13.Transducers will be housed in short sections of steel pipe anchored to the river bed with a paver stone weight. Two barometric pressure loggers will also be installed to support this study.Loggers will be housed in PVC pipe affixed to a tree.The sites will be visited twice,once for installation and once for decommissioning and downloading.Access to the sites will be by helicopter.Permanent survey control points,consisting of rebar with an aluminum cap will be installed above ordinary high water using a sledgehammer.Up to 27 of these monuments will be placed,and will be visited several times during the field season via boat. You also propose to collect geomorphological samples of bed,bank,and surface material at 5 sites between PRM6 and 22.Subsurface samples will be collected by removing the surface armor layer with a shovel.Samples will be sieved in the field and a small portion will be removed for detailed analysis.All holes will be filled and no permanent markers will be left on site. Sites will be accessed once,via helicopter.Your project plans,amendment request,and all other associated application materials are hereby incorporated,by reference,into this permit. The SFSGR was established by the Alaska State Legislature in 1976 under AS 16.20.036 to protect fish and wildlife habitat and populations,particularly waterfowl nesting,feeding and migration areas;moose calving areas;spring and fall bear feeding areas;salmon spawning and rearing habitats;and,to protect public uses of fish and wildlife and their habitat, particularly waterfowl,moose and bear hunting;viewing;photography;and general public recreation in a high quality environment.Alaska state statutes and the SFSGR Management Plan allow for multiple land use activities within the refuge to be authorized by Special Area Permit if the activity provides for the proper protection of fish and wildlife resources.The proposed project is not expected to adversely impact habitat values or fish and wildlife populations provided the stipulations contained herein are strictly adhered to. In accordance with 5 AAC 985,project approval is hereby given subject to the following stipulations: 1.The Division of Habitat will be contacted at (907)861-3200 at least 24-hours prior to any helicopter activities within the boundaries of the SFSGR. 8 FH-14-IV-0374-SA -2-May 1,2014 2.The authorized activity shall not unreasonably restrict or interfere with public access to or across state land,or to fish and wildlife resources. 3.No material of any kind,including waste products,debris,supplies,or equipment not identified in this permit shall be stored or disposed of within the SFSGR. 4.Harassment of wildlife is prohibited. 5.All aerial approaches to the survey and level logger sites will be over water when practicable to avoid staging waterfowl.Helicopters will not be used in high density waterfowl staging areas between April |and May 30 or between September 1 and October 15. 6.Unmanned installations will be labeled with applicant's name and telephone number. The permittee is responsible for actions of all persons who participate in the approved activity.For any activity that significantly deviates from this approval,the responsible party shall notify the Division of Habitat,at the above letterhead address or telephone number,and obtain written approval in the form of a Special Area Permit before beginning the activity. Any action taken by the permittee or an agent of the permittee that increases the overall scope of the activity or that negates, alters,or minimizes the intent or effectiveness of any stipulation contained in this permit will be deemed a significant deviation from the approved plan.The final determination as to the significance of any deviation and the need for a permit amendment is the responsibility of the Division of Habitat.Therefore,it is recommended that the Division of Habitat be consulted immediately when a deviation from the approved activity is being considered. This letter constitutes a permit issued under the authority of 5 AAC 95.Please be advised that this approval does not relieve you of the responsibility for securing other permits:state,federal,or local. In addition to the penalties provided by law,this permit may be terminated or revoked for failure to comply with its provisions or with applicable statutes and regulations.The permittee shall mitigate any adverse effect upon fish or wildlife,their habitat, or any restriction or interference with public use,which the commissioner determines may be expected to result from,or which actually results from,the permittee's activity,or which was a direct result of the permittee's failure to:1)comply with a permit condition or a provision of 5 AAC 95;or 2)correct a condition or change a method foreseeably detrimental to fish and wildlife,or their habitat. Pursuant to 5 AAC 95.920,an interested person may initiate an appeal of a decision made under this chapter in accordance with the provisions of AS 44.62.330-44.62.630 by requesting a hearing under AS 44.62.370. Any questions or concerns about this permit may be directed to Stormy Haught at 861-3205 or emailed to stormy haught@alaska.gov. Sincerely, Cora Campbell,Commissioner fom Kerheh tBy:Michael L.Bethe,Habitat Biologist Division of Habitat (907)861-3202 -sbh ce:A.Ott,Habitat A.Oels,WC T.Massie,Habitat S.Ivey,SF D.Hill,WC J,Meehan,WC S.Ayers,SF B.Johnson,AWT D.Massie,AWT R.Reich,SAC A.Fraiser,AEA DNR-MLW STATE OF ALASKA,DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF MINING,LAND &WATER COMMERCTAL RECREATION PERMIT Under AS 38.05.850 LAs)|4.52 .... (Receipt Cade:7E)This permit is issued for the purpose of authorizing the use of short-term (portable)recreational camps on state owned land managed by the Division of Mining,Land and Water.It is not to be used for floating facilities on tide and submerged lands, Name of Commercial Recreation Guide/Operator: Business Name:Alaska Energy Authority Address:B13 W.Northern bighis BN.City/State/Zip:Anchorage,AK.99503 Telephone Number:907.771.3958 Email Address:#laiser@aldea.org FAX:907.771.3044 Date of Birth EIN 5 ,:Identify commercial recreation activity/activities for whichshortterm(portable)camps willbe established to accommodate employees and clients,and provide a general description of thelocation(s)(e.g.guide use area,game management sub-unit,river,stream,lake,etc.)the recreational activity/activities and short term (portable)camp use will occur. __Big Game Guiding:(List up to 3 Guide Use Areas.) _.Sportfishing (List river corridors,lakes,ctc.) ___Boating/Rafting/Kayaking:(List river corridors,lakes,etc.) X Other Recreation:(Type and general geographic description.) -Will activities include use of state land in the Haines Borough?Yes___»-No Tf yes,please contact the Southeast Regional Land Office at (907)465-3460. Is all or a portion of any of the above identified areas located within the Bering Straits CRSA?Yess No Identify any State of Alaska Refuge,Sanctuary and/or Critical Habitat Area sbort term (portable)camps that wiil be used. Circle Months Short-Term (Portable)Camps will be Used:|Jan.Feb.Mar.Apr.May June July Aug.Sept.Oct.Nov.Dec, This permit is valid for the following calendar year:_2014BytheGiconducttheactivityinaccordance with the stipulations on Pages 2 -4.ftieit-(42014SignatureftftPermiitteeDate'WA for se oulPerStipu7enor___$1,000 plus $2.ice "Visitor Day""0.2 / Sigha ¢of Authorized State Representative Date of Issuance VW Commercial Recreation Permit -102-4040A (Rev.05/07)Page 1 of 4 RECORD OF-ZE SUSITNA-WATANA TELEPHONE HYDROELECTRIC PROJECT CONVERSATION SAR SPO oP RAED,RT OE At AE PO SRD LOU Yaa LA,ALhE EP NEF EEL OT ky CR OO OE NOR Or AEA Team Member Other Party Name:Jeff Randall Name:Emily Haynes Organization:|Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc Organization:DNR-MLW Study Area:Susitna Flats State Game Refuge Phone Number:907-269-8913 Date:8/11/14 Time:3:02 PM Call Placed by:[x]AEA Team [|Other Party Others on Call:none Subject:Information on bat capture for telemetry study component of the Geomorphology Study (RSP 6.6)within the Susitna Flats Stage Game Refuge. Background: An application was submitted to Emily Haynes on April 18,2014 for geomorphological sampling and equipment installation within the Susitna Flats State Game Refuge.Jeff has reached out and spoken to Emily a few times between April 18"and August 14"to check on the status of the application. After the Geomorphology team made the request to access the Refuge,they told Jeff their work would be deferred until 2015.On August 14%Alaina Smith from Tetra Tech reached out to Jeff to inform them they wanted to land a helicopter and conduct sediment sampling within the refuge during the month of August,but would not be installing and equipment.This work has already been authorized by ADFG via a permit FA-14-IV-0374-SA. Discussion: Jeff Randall (Solstice)called Emily Haynes (DNR-MLW)to check on the status of the application for Geomorphological studies within the Susitna Flats State Game Refuge.Jeff explained the team wanted to go out next week to land a helicopter and conduct sediment sampling.Emily said that she and Jess Meybin (DNR-MLW)had a meeting scheduled October 5"to combine all of AEA's permits into one and she had been holding off for that to authorize the equipment within the Refuge.Emily said that since the team would not be installing any equipment on the August 2014 trip that we did not need a permit.She said landing a helicopter was an allowable use as was sediment sampling. Record of Telephone Conversation Page 1 of 1 Jeff Randall seen aan From:Ogan,William S (DNR)<scottogan@alaska.gov> Sent:Thursday,June 12,2014 2:42 PM To:Jeff Randall Ce:Steinberger,Wendy S (DNR);Sorensen,Kevin L (ONR)Subject:RE:Navigability Questions Jeff, This one is easy.While the State believes Montana Creek off the Parks Highway is navigable for title purposes.However,we do not have a formal written finding of such and your activity should be simple to manage without a formal navigability determination. Jeff, On Montana Creek,you stated there may be private upland owner(s}on one side of the creek.Boat use is legal anywhere on the creek,as is reasonable access below ordinary high water mark,either by walking or by boat.|suggest simply placing the screen to catch the critters you are interested in studying,on the State's half of the river,just to avoid any questions about your right to place it there.|would check with DNR's South Central Region,as it may be legal to use it under generally allowed uses without a permit.Either way,/would defer to SC Region's call on that one. The interconnected slough,in other words a slough that water from a river flows through it,would be considered part of the (Susitna)river that flows through it and navigable for title,even if it is shallow and not easy to run a boat on it.If there is any question of state ownership,and if there is a private property owner on one side and the State is the upland owner on the other side,the same advice holds as mentioned above.Conservatively,if water flows through it at ordinary high water,the state owns the bed of Sheep Creek Slough. Scott Ogan From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@salsticeak.com] Sent:Thursday,June 12,2014 1:09 PM To:Ogan,William S (DNR) Subject:Navigability Questions Scott, Thank you for speaking with me regarding navigability of tributaries to the Susitna River.We have field crews interested in knowing about their options for both access and equipment installation along two tributaries near Talkeetna.These field crews are conducting environmental research in support of the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. The tributaries are Sheep Creek Slough and Montana Creek.The crews would be interested in knowing about installing equipment below the OHWM as well as travel via boat.Any installed equipment would be permitted through DNR- MLW,but they are wondering if DNR-MLW retains jurisdiction below the OHWM on these waterways,or if theownershipbelongstotheadjacentlandowner. Also,just for general knowledge,when is a slough of the Susitna considered to be part of the Susitna?|know the tributary needs to be fed by the Susitna,but does it also need to drain into it?And if a slough is identified as being part of the Susitna does that mean that DNR-MLW has jurisdiction below the OHWM? Thank you for your assistance in answering our questions.Please let me know if |can provide any additional information. Thank you, Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 Check out our NEW website:www.solsticeak.com Olivia Cohn From:Joetta Zablotney <jzablotney@r2usa.com> Sent:Thursday,June 12,2014 4:44 PM To:Jeff Randall';larendall@r2usa.com Subject:RE:Sheep Creek Slough Great job Jefflirliinnin! From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@solsticeak.com] Sent:Thursday,June 12,2014 5:42 PM To:larendall@r2usa.com Ce:Joetta Zablotney' Subject:RE:Sheep Creek Slough |was able to confirm with Scott Ogan (DNR Navigability department)that Sheep Creek Slough is considered part of the Susitna River and under the jurisdiction of DNR-MLW.So the crews are okay to travel within the slough. Thank you, Jeff From:Laura Arendall [mailto:larendall@r2usa.com] Sent:Thursday,June 12,2014 10:44 AM To:"Jeff Randall Cc:Joetta Zablotney Subject:RE:Sheep Creek Slough Thank you.What if Sheep Creek Slough isn't navigable?Are we ok to travel along the water,or bank of the state/municipal side,if the other side is private or CIRWG? If it's our opinion that Sheep Creek Slough is influenced by the Susitna,so there is an "under OHW of the Susitna”,are we ok to travel in water/under OHW of the slough? Thank you for confirming! From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@solsticeak.com] Sent:Thursday,June 12,2014 11:02 AM To:larendall@r2usa.com Subject:Sheep Creek Slough Hi Laura, |just wanted to let you know |will need to run your question about boat access on Sheep Creek Slough by the navigability contact at DNR.|attached a screen shot from the DNR mapper.Sheep Creek Slough is highlighted purple which means the status of navigability is "Unknown.”|have been trying to get in touch with him to ask about Montana Creek so |will ask him about Sheep Creek Slough too. me |wanted to wait a few hours to see if |heard back from DNR about the status of our gaging station permit.Once |hear back or if |haven't heard back in a few hours |will respond to your other e-mail with everyone copied and give an update. Thank you, Jeff Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 :(...Suice Check out our NEW website:www.solsticeak.com ooh te PL A ata PL tee ee tes od Department of Natural Resources Division of Mining Land &Water Southcentral Region Land OfticeTALASKA SSC Vles!7th Ave Anchorage,Alaska 9950] Main:(997)269-8552 Fou:($07)269-89'3 LAND USE PERMIT AS 38.05.850 PERMIT #LAS 29139 Alaska Energy Authority herein known as the Permittce,is issued this permit authorizing the use of state land within: Legal Description: SEC 22,T22S,R4W,FM SEC 28,T22S,R4W,FM SEC 32,122S,R4W,FM SEC 33,T22S,R4W,FM SEC 17,T31N,R2E,SM SEC 3,T32N,R3E,SM SEC 10,T32N,R3E,SM SEC 30,T33N,R3E,SM SEC 32,T33N,R3E,SM SEC 33,133N,R3E,SM SEC 2,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 4,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 10,T32N,RSF,SM SEC 11,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 13,'T32N,RSE,SM SEC 14,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 15,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 16,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 21,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 22,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 23,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 29,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 20,T33N,R6E,SM SEC 1,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 1,T32N,R2W,SM SEC 12,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 20,T32N,R5E,SM SEC 24,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 29,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 10,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 13,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 7,T32N,R7E,SM SEC 20,T32N,R7E,SM SEC 35,T32N,R7E,SM SEC 34,T33N,R7E,SM SEC 24,T31N,RSE,SM SEC 28,T31N,R8E,SM SEC 33,T31N,R8E,SM *See Attachment B for additional list of locations from request for amendment dated May 16,2014.* This permit is issued for the purpose of authorizing the following: Installation,maintenance,and use of Anabat detectors and frog acoustic monitors as per the attached project description (Attachment A). Land Use Permit DNR_234245 LAS 29139 This permit is effective beginning May 22,2013 and ending December 31,2018 unless sooner terminated at the state's discretion.This permit does not convey an interest in state land and as such is revocable immediately,with or without cause.No preference right for use or conveyance of the land is granted or implied by this authorization. All activities shall be conducted in accordance with the following stipulations: 1.Authorized Officer:The Authorized Officer for the Department of Natural Resources is the Regional Manager or designec.The Authorized Officer may be contacted at the address and phone number on the front of the authorization.The Authorized Officer reserves the right to modify these stipulations or use additional stipulations as decmed necessary.The permittee will be advised before any such modifications or additions are finalized. 2.Indemnification:In connection with the entry on or use of assigned lands,subject to the limitations and provisions of AS 09.50.250-.270 and AS 37.05.170,the Assignee shall cnsure that its contractors and subcontractors shall indemnify,save harmless,and defend the State,its agents and its employees from any and all claims or actions for injuries or damages sustained by any person or property arising directly or indirectly from the construction or the contractor's performance of the contract,except when the proximate cause of the injury or damage is the State's sole negligence. 3.Performance Guaranty:The Regional Manager,at this time,is not requiring the Permittee to provide a performance guaranty.The right to require such performance guaranty is being reserved in the event the Permittce's compliance is less than satisfactory.If required,such performance guaranty shall remain in effect for the remainder of this authorization and shall secure performance of Permittee's obligations hcrcunder.The amount of the performance guaranty may be adjusted by the Regional Manager in the cvent of approved amendments to this authorization,changes in the development plan,or any change in the activitics or operations conducted on the premises. 4:Valid Existing Rights:This authorization is subject to all valid existing rights in and to the land. The State of Alaska makes no representations or warranties whatsoever,eithcr expressed or implied,as to the existence,number,or nature of such valid existing rights. 5.Reservation of Rights:The Division reserves the right to grant additional authorizations to third partics for compatible uses on or adjacent to the land under this authorization. 6.Reservation of Rights:Authorized concurrent users of state land,their agents,employees, contractors,subcontractors,and licensecs,shall not interfere with the operation or maintenance activities of each user. 7.Assignment:This permit may not be transferred or assigned to another individual or corporation. 8.Amendments:To conduct activities other than that in the approved plan of operations or development plan,the applicant must have prior authorization from the Authorized Officer.A map of the new location or an amended plan of operations or development plan is required. 9.Permit Extcnsions/Renewal:Any request for permit extension or renewal should be submitted at least 90 days prior to the end of the authorized term. Page 2 of6 LAS 29139 °If there have been and will be no changes to the approved development/operations plan,a statement certifying there have been and will be no changes,an application filing fee and a comprehensive set of photographs accurately depicting the site in its current condition (including existing improvements)will be accepted as a complete application. *If there have been and/or will be changes in the development/operations plan,a new permit application package,application filing fee and photographs of improvements occupying the site will be required 10.Inspections:Authorized representatives of the State of Alaska shall have reasonable access to the subject parcel for purposes of inspection. 11.Inspections:The permittee may be charged fees under 11 AAC 05.010(a)(7)(M)for routineinspectionsofthesubjectparcel,inspections concerning non-compliance,and a final close-out inspection.Failure to submit any required completion reports may subject the permittee to inspection fees for a final ficld inspection. 12.Compliance with Governmental Requirements;Recovery of Costs:Permittee shall,at its expense,comply with all applicable laws,regulations,rules and orders,and the requirements and stipulations included in this authorization.Permittee shall ensure compliance by its employees, agents,contractors,subcontractors,licensees,or invitees. 13.Other Authorizations:The issuance of this authorization does not alleviate the necessity of the permittee to obtain authorizations required by other agencics for this activity. 14.Violations:This authorization is revocable immediately upon violation of any of its terms, conditions,stipulations,nonpayment of fees,or upon failure to comply with any other applicable laws,statutes and regulations (federal and state).Should any unlawful discharge,leakage,spillage, emission,or pollution of any type occur due to permittee's,or its cmployces',agents',contractors', subcontractors',licensees',or invitces'act or omission,permittee,at its expense shall be obligated to clean the area to the reasonable satisfaction of the State of Alaska. 15.Violations:Pursuant to 11 AAC 96.145,a person who violates a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 96)is subject to any action available to the department for enforcement and remedies,including revocation of the permit,civil action for forcible entry and detainer,ejectment,trespass,damages,and associated costs,or arrest and prosecution for criminal trespass in the second degree.The department may seek damages available under a civil action, including restoration damages,compensatory damages,and treble damages under AS 09.45.730 or 09.45.735 for violations involving injuring or removing trees or shrubs,gathering geotechnical data,or taking mineral resources. 16.Violations:If a person responsible for an unremedied violation of 11 AAC 96 or a provision of a permit issued under this chaptcr (11 AAC 96)applies for a new authorization from the department under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850,the department may require the applicant to remedy the violation as a condition of the new authorization,or to begin remediation and provide security under 11 AAC 96.060 to complete the remediation before receiving the new authorization.If a person who applies for a new authorization under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850 has previously been responsible for a violation of this chapter or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter, whether remedied or unremedied,that resulted in substantial damage to the environment or to the Page 3 of6 LAS 29139 public,the department will consider that violation in determining the amount of the sccurity to be furnished under 11 AAC 96.060 and may require the applicant to fumish three times the security that would othcrwise be required. 17,Alaska Historic Preservation Act:The permittee shall consult the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey (907)269-8721 so that known historic,archaeological and paleontological sites may be avoided. The Alaska Historic Preservation Act (AS 41.35.200)prohibits the appropriation,excavation, removal,injury,or destruction of any state-owned historic,prehistoric (palcontological)or archaeological site without a permit from the commissioner.Should any sites be discovered during the course of field operations,activities that may damage the site will cease and the Office of History and Archaeology in the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation (907)269-8721 and shall be notified immediately. 18.Public Trust Doctrine:The Public Trust Doctrine guarantees public access to,and the public right to use,navigable and public waters and the land beneath them for navigation,commerce, fishing,and other purposes.This authorization is issued subject to the principles of the Public Trust Doctrine regarding navigable or public waters.The Division of Mining,Land and Water reserves the right to grant other interests consistent with the Public Trust Doctrine. 19.Public Access:The Permittee shall not close landing areas or trails.The ability of all users to use or access state land or public water must not be restricted in any manner. 20.Site Restoration:On or before permit expiration,or termination of this authorization by the Permittee,the site shall be vacated and all improvements,personal property,and other chattels shall be removed.In the event Permittee fails to comply with this requirement,the State,at it's discretion,may remove and dispose of improvements and restore the site at the expense of Permittee. 21.Fire Prevention,Protection,and Liability:The permittce shall take al]reasonable precautions to prevent and suppress forest,brush,and grass fires and shall assume full liability for any damages to state land resulting from the negligent use of fire. 22.Fire Prevention,Protection,and Liability:The State of Alaska is not liable for damage to the permittee's personal property and is not responsible for forest fire protection of the permittee's activity. 23.Gencral Operation of Vehicles:Vehicles shall be operated without disturbing the vegetative mat and underlying substrate. 24.General Operation of Vehicles:Vehicular travel is restricted to existing roads and trails.The lessee/permittee must obtain a permit from the Division of Land for any off road vehicular travel with the exception of gencrally authorized vehicles. 25.Wastewater Disposal:All greywater and human waste must be disposcd of in a pit,or containment which can easily be transported and disposed of at a DEC approved disposal site.Ifa pit is used,it must be located at least 100 fect from the ordinary high water mark or any water body,limed and back-filled on or before permit expiration. Page 4 of6 LAS 29139 26.Solid Waste:All solid waste and debris gencrated from the activities conducted under this authorization shall be removed to a facility approved by the ADEC prior to the expiration, completion,or termination of the authorization or activities. 27.Improvements:Any improvements/structures that may be authorized under this permit must be constructed in a manner that will allow for removal from the permitted site within 48 hours of receiving a notice to vacate.The establishment of permanent foundations and structurcs is prohibited under this permit. 28.Authorized Use of Improvements:Any use of these improvements for purposes other than those explicitly authorized by this permit are prohibited. 29.Development Plan/Plan of Operations:The development of the site authorized by this permit shall be limited to the area and improvements specified in the attached development plan/plan of operations or subsequent modifications approved by the Authorized Officcr.The permittee is responsible for accurately siting development and operations within this area.Any proposed revisions to the development plan/plan of operations must be approved in writing by the Authorized Officer before the change in use or development occurs. 30.Permit Term:Expiration and effective dates of use authorized by a permit shall not extend beyond the seasonal use necessary to support the activity. 31.Sitting:Improvements must be sited in a manncr which impacts the least amount of ground consistent with the purpose of the facility,and shall be consolidated on no more than one acre of land unless additional acreage has been explicitly approved in writing. 32.Food Storage:Prior to removal,all garbage and debris will be stored so it does not attract wildlife.Food and refuse will be stored in bear proof containers.Sites will be kept clean. 33.Restoration of Site:(a)Restoration of Vegetative Mat.The permittee shall immediately restore arcas where soil has been disturbed,or the vegetative mat has been damaged or destroyed. Restoration shall be accomplished in accordance with the directives of the Department of Natural Resources Plant Materials Center,Bodenburg Road,HC 02,Box 7440,Palmer,AK 99645,(907) 745-4469. (b)On or before the termination of seasonal use,all holes shall be backfilled with sand,gravel native materials,or a substitute approved by the Authorized Officer. 34,Completion Report:(a)Permit Expiration or Termination by the State of Alaska:A completion report shall be submitted to DNR within the 30 day pcriod following permit expiration,or termination of this permit by the State of Alaska.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. (b)Termination by the Permittee:A completion report must accompany the permittee's written request to terminate this permit.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. Page 5 of 6 LAS 29139 35.Site Disturbance:(a)Site disturbance shall be kept to a minimum to protect local habitats. All activities at the site shall be conducted in a manner that will minimize the disturbance of soil and vegetation and changes in the character of natural drainage systems.Additionally,anygrounddisturbanceswhichmayhaveoccurredshallbecontouredtoblendwiththenatural topography to protect human and wildlife health and safety.Particular attentions must be paid to prevent pollution and siltation of streams,lakes,ponds,waterholes seeps and marshes,and disturbances to fish and wildlife populations and habitats. (b)Brush clearing is allowed,but should be kept to the minimum necessary to set up the camp. Removal or destruction of the vegetative mat is not authorized under this permit. (c)Establishment of or improvements to landing areas (i.e.leveling the ground or removing or modifying a substantial amount ofvegetation)is prohibited. 36.Timber Use:The permittee may use dead and down timber,but shall not cut standing timber on the premises unless specifically authorized by the DNR,Division of Forestry. The Authorized Officer reserves the right to modify these stipulations or use additional stipulations as deemed necessary.The permittee will be advised before any such modifications or additions are finalized.DNR has the authority to implement and enforce these conditions under AS 38.05.850.Any correspondence on this permit may be directed to the Department of Natural Resources,Division of Mining,Land and Water,Southcentral Region Land Office,550 West 7th Ave,Anchorage,AK 99501,(907)269-8552. I have read and understand all of the foregoing and attached stipulations.By signing this permit, I agree to conduct the authorized actiyity in accordance with the terms and conditions of this permit.Wayne DolehbpsWiBetuled(ayd Mara uf ia{oortSignaPermitteeorAuthgfizedRepresentativeTitleDate G(o_W Notte Ligh blvd hn cltornee.AUC F4ASUZPermittee's Address City 3 State Zip Pryde ferret 401 -T4 8792-4 (0?27-3253 Contact P:soy Hemg prone Work Phone diy''aicaff)wot 7 oat fvA(yp pfn "2 K-?7!vSigndturelofAuthorizedStateRepresentativeTitle.Date J Page 6 of 6 May 16,2014 Cliff Larson Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Mining,Land and Water550West7"Ave. Anchorage,AK.99501 Subject:Modifications from 2013 Bats and Frog Studies RE:Modification to LAS 29139 Dear Ms.Larson: The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)and its sub-contractors are conducting a variety of baseline environmental studies to assist with preparing a License Application that will be submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. In 2013,AEA was issued Land Use permit LAS 29139 authorizing work in support of the bat and frog studies.A detailed description of the activities was included in the permit application filed in 2013.During the 2014 field season,AEA proposes to continue and expand on this work by doing work in other areas than are currently permitted. Attached are additional locations that we are requesting to be added to the permit.No new activities are proposed to this permit. If you have any questions please contact me at 907-771-3958 or by e-mail at afraiser@aides.org. Sincerely,fodk faAndrewFraiser Lands,Licensing,and Permitting Manager £13 West Northern Lights Boulevard Anchorage,Alaska 99503 T 907.271.5000 Toll Free (Alaska Only 888.900.8534 F 907.771.3044 Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification Request May 16,2014 Study Section:10.13 Study Element: Activity: AEA would like the legal sections listed in the below table to be added to LAS 29139. Table 1:Potential Locations of Bat Acoustic Monitoring Stations Bats -Acoustic Monitoring Install 10 automated acoustic monitoring stations Sec.36,T.32 N,R.04 E,SM Sec.2,T.31 N,R.07 E,SM Sec.25,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.3,T.31 N,R.07 E,SM Sec.26,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.4,T.31 N,R.07 B,SM Sec.27,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.11,T.31 N,R.07 E,SM Sec.28,T.32 N,R.05 B,SM Sec.12,T.31 N,R.07 E,SM Sec.3],T.32 N,R.05 B,SM Soc.30,T.32 N,R.07 E,SM Sec.32,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.31,T.32 N,R.07 E,SM Sec.33,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.32,T.32 N,R.07 B SM Sec,34,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.33,T.32 N,R.07 E,SM Sec,35,T.32 N,R.05 B,SM Sec.36,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec,25,T.32 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.26,T.32 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.27,T.32 N,R.06 B,SM Sec.28,T.32 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.29,T.32 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.31,T.32 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.32,T.32 N,R.06 E,SM Study Section:10.18 Study Element: Activity: AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 2 to be added te LAS 29139, Wood Frogs -acoustic monitoring Install 5 frog acoustic monitors DNR LAS 29139 Permit 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of /Department of Natural ResourcesALASKADivisionofMining,Land &WaterSouthcentralRegionalLandOffice Legal Description: GEOMORPHOLOGY SURVEY S/STREAMBED SAMPLING: SEC 3,T29N,RIE,SM SEC 20,T30N,RIIE,SM SEC 32,T30N,RIIE,SM SEC 35,T30N.RIE,SM SEC 01,T31N,R2E,SM SEC 12,T31N,R2E.SM SEC 13,T3IN,R2E.SM SEC 13,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 17,T31N.R3E,SM SEC 18,T31N,R3E.SM SEC 19,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 20,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 21,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 22,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 24,T31N,R3E.SM SEC 2,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 3,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 9,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 10,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 15,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 16,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 19,T31N,R4E.SM SEC 20,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 21,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 28,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 29,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 29,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 26,T32N,R12E,SM SEC 35,T32N,R4E,SM SEC 23,T32N,RSE,SM 550 West 7th Avenue,Suiie 900 Anchorage,Alaska 99501-3577 Main:997.269.€503 TDD:907.269.8471 Fax:907.269 8913 LAND USE PERMIT AS 38.05.850 PERMIT #LAS 29163 Alaska Energy Authority herein known as the Permittee,is issued this permit authorizing the use of state land 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10,T24N,RSW,SM SEC 36,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 13,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 29,T29N,RSW,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 10,T29N,R4W,SM SEC 19,T30N,R3W,SM SEC 19,T30N,R3W,SM SEC 9,T30N,R3W,SM SEC 3,T30N,R3W,SM SEC 20,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 20,T31N,R2W,SM Page 4 of 11 LAS 29163 SEC 17,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 4,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 9,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 10,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 10,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 36,T32N,R2W,SM SEC 25,T32N,RIW,SM SEC 26,T32N,RIW,SM SEC 27,T32N,R1W,SM SEC 28,T32N,RIW,SM SEC 32,T32N,RIW,SM SEC 36,T32N,RIW,SM SEC 12,T31N,R2E,SM SEC 28,T31N,R8E,SM SEC 33,T31N,RSE,SM SEC 35,T32N,R4E,SM SEC 31,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 33,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 25,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 15,T31N,RSE,SM SEC 11,T30N,R10E,SM SEC 34,T30N,RIIE,SM SEC 36,T32N,RO4E,SM SEC 14,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 23,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 23,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 9,T31N,RO2W,SM SEC 3,T26N,ROSW,SM SEC 7,T23N,RO4W,SM SEC 17,T31N,RO2W,SM SEC 20,T31N,RO2W,SM SEC 21,T31N,RO2W,SM SEC 20,T30N,RO3W,SM SEC 29,T30N,RO3W,SM SEC 30,T30N,RO3W,SM SEC 25,T 30 N,RO4 W,SM SEC 13,T26N,ROSW,SM SEC 23,T26N,ROSW,SM GAGING STATIONS: SEC 10,T30N,RIOE,SM SEC 12,T31N,R2E,SM SEC 13,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 14,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 22,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 23,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 24,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 18,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 19,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 25,T32N,RI1W,SM SEC 02,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 09,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 6,T21N,R4W,SM SEC 14,T22N,R4W,SM SEC 18,T22N,R4W,SM SEC 31,T22N,R4W,SM SEC 18,T25N,R4W,SM SEC 19,T25N,R4W,SM SEC 25,T30N,R4W,SM SEC 30,T30N,R4W,SM SEC 12,T28N,RSW,SM SEC 24,T28N,RSW,SM SEC 30,T28N,R4W,SM SEC 10,T29N,R4W,SM SEC 1,T2IN,RSW,SM SEC 24,T22N,RSW,SM SEC 25,T22N,R5W,SM SEC 15,T25N,RSW,SM SEC 25,T25N,RSW,SM SEC 14,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 36,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 33,T32N,RSW,SM SEC 35,TION,R6W,SM SEC 12,TISN,R7W,SM SEC 8,TI6N,R7W,SM SEC 22,TI7N,R7W,SM ICE STUDY CAMERAS: SEC 9,TISN,RO7W,SM SEC 14,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 36,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 12,T28N,RSW,SM GROUNDWATER MONITORING (WELLS/PIEZOMETERS): SEC 2,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 9,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 20,T30N,R3W,SM SEC 13,T28N,RSW,SM SEC 36,T28N,RSW,SM SEC 25,T28N,R4W,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM RIPARIAN STUDIES: SEC 2,T31N,R2W,SM Page 5 of 11 LAS 29163 SEC 9,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 20,T30N,R3W,SM SEC 13,T28N,RSW,SM SEC 36,T28N,RSW,SM SEC 25,T28N,R4W,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 20,T31N,R2W,SM SEC 21,T3IN,R2W,SM SEC 9,T24N,RSW,SM SEC 10,T24N,RSW,SM SEC 15,T24N,RSW,SM SEC 16,T24N,RSW,SM SEC 21,TION,RSW,SM SEC 23,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 13,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 22,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 23,T27N,R5W,SM SEC 25,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 26,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 27,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 34,T27N,RSW,SM SEC 35,T27N,RSW,SM This permit is issued for the purpose of authorizing the following: Gauging stations (mainstream &tributary),geomorphology survcys/streambed sampling, ice study cameras,groundwater monitoring wells/piezometers,vegetation studies (with sap meters,dendrobands),thermistors,intergravel temperature probes,dissolved oxygen probes,pressure transducers,and bear deterrent devices. This permit is effective beginning June 4,2013 and ending December 31,2018 unless sooner terminated at the state's discretion.This permit docs not convey an interest in state land and as such is revocable immediately,with or without cause.No preference right for use or conveyance of the land is granted or implied by this authorization. All activities shall be conducted in accordance with the following stipulations: 1.Authorized Officer.The Authorized Officer for the Department of Natural Resources is the Regional Manager.The Authorized Officer may be contacted at 550 W.7”Ave.,Suite 900 C,Anchorage,AK 99501-3577 Compliance with Governmental Requirements;Recovery of Costs.Permittee shall,at its expense, comply with all applicable laws,regulations,rules and orders,and the requirements and stipulations included in this authorization.Permittce shall ensure compliance by its employees,agents,contractors, subcontractors,licensces,or invitees. Public Access.The permittee shall not close landing areas or trails.The ability of all users to use or access state land or public water must not be restricted in any manner. Public Trust Doctrine.The Public Trust Doctrine guarantees public access to and the public right to use navigable and public waters and the land beneath them for navigation,commerce,fishing and other purposes.This authorization is issued subject to the principles of the Public Trust Doctrine regarding navigable or public waters.The Division of Mining,Land and Water reserves the right to grant other interests consistent with the Public Trust Doctrine. Site Disturbance.(a)Site disturbance shall be kept to a minimum to protect local habitats.Al! activitics at the site shall be conducted in a manner that will minimize the disturbance of soil and vegetation and changes in the character of natural drainage systems.Particular attentions must be paid to prevent pollution and siltation of streams,lakes,ponds,waterholes seeps and marshes,and to prevent disturbances to fish and wildlife populations and habitats. Page 6 of 11 LAS 29163 il. (b)Brush clearing is allowed,but should be kept to the minimum necessary to conduct or complete the authorized activity,Removal or destruction of the vegetative mat is not authorized under this permit. (c)Establishment of or improvements to landing areas (i.e.leveling the ground or removing or modifying a substantial amount of vegetation)is prohibited. Timber Use.The permittee may use dead timber that is down.The permittee shall not cut standing timber on the premises unless specifically authorized by the DNR,Division of Forestry. Fire Prevention,Protection and Liability.The permittee shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent and suppress forest,brush and grass fires,and shall assume full liability for any damage to state land resulting from negligent use of fire.The State of Alaska is not liable for damage to the permittee's personal property is not responsible for forest fire protection of the permittee's activity. Hazardous Substances.The use and/or storage of hazardous substances by the permittee must be done in accordance with existing federal,state and local laws,regulations and ordinances.Debris (such as soil)contaminated with used motor oil,solvents,or other chemicals may be classified as a hazardous substance and must be removed and disposed of in accordance with existing federal,state and local laws,regulations and ordinances. Spill Notification.The permittee shall immediately notify DEC by telephone,and immediately afterwards send DEC a written notice by facsimile,hand delivery,or first class mail,informing DEC of:any unauthorized discharges of oil to water,any discharge of hazardous substances other than oil; and any discharge or cumulative discharge of oil greater than 55 gallons solely to Jand and outside an impermeable containment area.If a discharge,including a cumulative discharge,of oil is greater than 10 gallons but less than 55 gallons,or a discharge of oil greater than 55 gallons is made to an impermeable secondary containment area,the permittee shall report the discharge within 48 hours, and immediately afterwards send DEC a written notice by facsimile,hand delivery,or first class mail. Any discharge of oil,including a cumulative discharge,solely to land greater than one gallon up to 10 gallons must be reported in writing on a monthly basis.The posting of information requirements of 18 AAC75.305 shall be met.Scope and Duration of Initial Response Actions (18 AAC 75.310)and reporting requirements of 18 AAC 75,Article 3 also apply. The permittee shall supply DEC with all follow-up incident reports.Notification of a discharge must be made to the nearest DEC Area Response Team during working hours:Anchorage (907) 269-7500,fax (907)269-7648;Fairbanks (907)481-2121,fax (907)451-2362;Juneau (907)465- 5340,fax (907)465-2237,The DEC oil spill report number outside normal business hours is (800) 478-9300. .Operation of Vehicles.Vehicles shall be operated without disturbing the vegetative mat and underlying substrate.The permittee must obtain a permit from the DNR,Division of Mining,Land and Water for any off road vehicular travel with the exception of generally authorized vehicles. Alaska Historic Preservation Act.The Alaska Historic Preservation Act (AS 41.35.200)prohibits the appropriation,excavation,removal,injury,or destruction of any state-owned historic,prehistoric (paleontological)or archaeological site without a permit from the commissioner.Should any sites be Page 7 of 11 LAS 29163 12. 15. 16. 17. 18. discovered during the course of field operations,activities that may damage the site will cease and the Office of History and Archaeology in the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation (907)269-8721 and shall be notified immediately. Other Authorizations.The issuance of this authorization docs not alleviate the necessity of the permittee to obtain authorizations required by other agencies for this activity. .Valid Existing Rights.This authorization is subject to all valid existing rights in and to the land covered under this authorization.The State of Alaska makes no representations or warranties, whatsoever,cither expressed or implied,as to the existence,number or nature of such valid existing rights. .Reservation of Rights.The division reserves the right to grant additional authorizations to third parties for compatible uses on or adjacent to the land covered under this authorization.Authorized concurrent users of state land,their agents,employces,contractors,subcontractors and licensees shall not interfere with the operation or maintenance activities of authorized users. Inspections.Authorized representatives of the State of Alaska shall have reasonable access to the subject parcel for purposes of inspection.The permittee may be charged fees under 11 AAC 05.010(a)(7)(M)for routine inspections of the subject parcel,inspections concerning non- compliance,and a final close-out inspection. Assignment,This permit may not be transferred or assigned to another individual or corporation. Indemnification.In connection with the entry on or use of assigned lands,subject to the limitations and provisions of AS 09.50.250-.270 and AS 37.05.170,the Assignee shall ensure that its contractors and subcontractors shall indemnify,save harmless,and defend the State,its agents and its employees from any and all claims or actions for injuries or damages sustained by any person or property arising directly ot indierectly from the construction or the contractor's performance of the contract,except when the proximate cause of the injury or damage is the State's sole negligence. Violations.This authorization is revocable immediately upon violation of any of its terms,conditions, stipulations,nonpayment of fees,or upon failure to comply with any other applicable laws,statutes and regulations (federal and state).Should any unlawful discharge,leakage,spillage,emission,or pollution of any type occur due to permittcc's,or its employees',agents',contractors',subcontractors',licensecs',or invitees'act or omission,permittce,at its expense shall be obligated to clean the area to the reasonable satisfaction of the State of Alaska. Advisory Regarding Violations of the Permit Guidelines:Pursuant to 11 AAC 96.145,a person who violates a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 96)is subject to any action available to the department for enforcement and remedies,including revocation of the permit,civil action for forcible entry and detainer,ejectment,trespass,damages,and associated casts,or arrest and prosecution for criminal trespass in the second degree.The department may seek damages available under a civil action,including restoration damages,compensatory damages,and treble damages under AS 09.45.730 or 09.45.735 for violations involving injuring or removing trees or shrubs,gathering geotechnical data,or taking mineral resources. Page 8 of 11 LAS 29163 19. 20. 21. 22, 23. 24. 25. 26. (b)If a person responsible for an unremedied violation of 11 AAC 96 or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 96)applies for a new authorization from the department under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850,the department may require the applicant to remedy the violation as a condition of the new authonzation,or to begin remediation and provide security under 11 AAC 96.060 to complete the remediation before receiving the new authorization.If a person who applies for a new authorization under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850 has previously been responsible for a violation of this chapter or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter,whether remedied or unremedied,that resulted in substantial damage to the environment or to the public,the department will consider that violation in determining the amount of the security to be fumished under 11 AAC 96.060 and may require the applicant to furnish three times the security that would otherwise be required. Permit Fees.(a)The annual land use fee of SNA will be duc on or before NA of each year covered under this permit.Fees will be paid without the necessity of any billing by the Division. Siting.Improvements must be sited in a manner which impacts the least amount of ground consistent with the purpose of the facility,and shall be consolidated on no more than one acre of land unless additional acreage has been explicitly approved in writing. Structures.The establishment of structures,other than those in the project description,is prohibited. Changes in the development/operations plan inust be submitted in writing.Such changes are subject to the approval of the A.O. Solid Waste.On-site disposal of solid waste is prohibited.All solid waste and foreign debris must be eliminated by removal to an off-site DEC approved disposal facility or by burning (if a paper product).Waste,in this paragraph means all discarded matter,including,but not limited to,human waste,trash,garbage,litter,oil drums,petroleum,ashes and discarded equipment.The site must be kept clean at all times.Hazardous waste must not be disposed of on site,but instead must be hauled out for disposal in an approved disposal site. Fuel and Hazardous Substance Storage.Fuel storage is prohibited, Battery Storage.Batteries containing hazardous liquids should be completely sealed valve regulated,spil]proof,leak proof,and mounted in stecl containers.Batteries lacking the preceding properties must have a metal drip pan designed to hold 110%of the total liquids held by the battery/battcries that are not in use must be removed and disposed of in accordance with existing federal,state and local laws,regulations and ordinances.All hazardous material containers shall be marked with the permittee's or contractor's name,dated,and transported in accordance with 49 CRF 172 (EPA Hazardous Material Regulations)and 18 AAC 62. Restoration of Site.Restoration of Vegetative Mat.The permittee shall immediately restore areas where soil has been disturbed,or the vegetative mat has been damaged or destroyed.Restoration shall be accomplished in accordance with the directives of the Department of Natural Resources Plant Materials Centcr,Bodenburg Road,HC 02,Box 7440,Palmer,AK 99645,(907)745-4469. Permit Expiration/Termination.On or before permit expiration or termination of this authorization by the pennittee,all improvements and other chattels shall be removed from the site.The site shall be Page 9 of 11 LAS 29163 27. 28. 29. restored to a clean safe condition.If the permittec fails to remove the improvements in compliance with this requirement,the department may see,destroy,or remove the improvements,whichever is more convenient for the department,at the permittee's expense,including the department's costs associated with restoration and expenses incurred in the performance of these duties.(11 AAC 96.040(1)) Completion Report.(a)Permit Expiration:A completion report shall be submitted to DNR within the 30 day period following permit expiration.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. (b)Termination by the Permittee:A completion report must accompany the permittee's written request to terminate this permit.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. Permit Amendments.Permittee proposals requiring the amendment of this permit must be in submitted in writing. Permit Renewal.This permit may be considered for renewal upon the permittee's remittance of:(i) the required filing fee and (ii)a written request for renewal]that includes a statement confirming that there has been and will be no significant changes in the development/site utilization plans.A request for permit renewal will not be accepted more than ninety (90)days prior to the expiration of this permit.This permit may not be renewed if the conditions of this permit have not been met,or if the activity conflicts with other land uses planned by the division. The Authorized Officer reserves the right to modify these stipulations or use additional stipulations as deemed necessary.The permittee will be advised before any such modifications or additions are finalized. DNR has the authority to implement and enforce these conditions under AS 38.05.850.Any correspondence on this permit may be directed to the Department of Natural Resources,Division of Mining,Land and Water,Southcentral Region Land Office,550 West 7th Ave,Anchorage,AK 99501, (907)269-8552. conduct the authorized activity in accordafce with the terms and conditions of this permit. Wanye Dy oddIhavereadandunderstandalloftheaandattachedstipulations.By signing this permit,I agree to[ape DY/be Lead MryetMay &\\r\2014SignaturgptPermitteeorAuththérizedRepresentativeTitleDate C13 WW Notorn Us Blvd frciverss Ale 7t5o3 Permittee's Address City State Zip fidres feakerr TN74E792-9 (0227)BIS Contact Person,Home Phone Work PhonelfJ=faJbewe®--_f-€F I]Sigman of Authorized State Representative Title Date \ Page 10 of 11 Jeff Randall From:Meybin,Jessica E (DNR)<jessicameybin@alaska.gov> Sent:Wednesday,August 06,2014 10:22 AM Tos Jeff Randall Subject:RE:LAS 29163-Additional Locations Hey Jeff, |checked with my supervisor as well,and this activity is considered a Generally Allowed Use.Since there is nothing left on the sites,and there is no camping over 1 night,there is no permit needed for this one.|should get to those other applications towards the beginning of next week. Thanks, Jess From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@solsticeak.com] Sent:Wednesday,August 06,2014 9:55 AM To:Meybin,Jessica E (DNR) Subject:RE:LAS 29163-Additional Locations Jess, |attached the methods they Geomorph team uses for sampling.The more than likely will be camping on BLM land during this trip (many of the Sections on the list |sent were just within the navigable water way,but surrounded by BLM land).But in the off chance they did camp on DNR land it would just be for one night. Please let me know if |can provide any additional information. Thank you, Jeff Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 Check out our NEW website:www.solsticeak.com From:Meybin,Jessica E (DNR)[mailto:jessica.meybin@alaska.gov] Sent:Tuesday,August 05,2014 3:01 PM To:Jeff Randall Subject:RE:LAS 29163-Additional Locations Hey Jeff, For clarification,will you please either send me the methods of sampling description again,or explain in an email the activity (including length of camping)that Tetra Tech would like to do?If it is a light enough activity with temporary camping,it may fall under Generally Allowed Uses and,in that case,would not require a permit. Thanks, Jess From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@solsticeak.com] Sent:Tuesday,August 05,2014 2:33 PM To:Snow,Candice S (DNR);Meybin,Jessica E (DNR) Cc:Robin Reich;Fraiser,Andrew D (AIDEA) Subject:LAS 29163-Additional Locations Candy and Jess, Tetra Tech would like to float a portion of the upper Susitna River and take sporadic sediment samples.The methods of sampling are the same as described in our 2013 application,but there were some additional locations the team may want to sample that are not currently authorized on our sediment sampling permit,LAS 29163.Would you be able to modify our permit to include these Sections? SEC 21,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 27,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 26,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 28,T32N,R5E,SM SEC 22,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 13,T31N,R7E,SM SEC 35,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 33,T32N,R7E,SM SEC 27,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 12,T31N,R7E,SM SEC 28,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 2,T31N,R7E,SM SEC 1,T29N,R11E,SM SEC 1,T31N,R7E,SM SEC 10,T21S,RLE,FM SEC 34,T32N,R7E,SM SEC 28,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 32,T32N,R7E,SM SEC 26,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 3,T31N,R7E,SM SEC 25,T32N,RSE,SM SEC 16,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 32,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 15,T33N,R12E,SM SEC 29,T32N,R6E,SM SEC 36,T32N,RSE,SM Thank you, Jeff Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 'a(:STICEae, Check out our NEW website:www.soalsticeak.com THE STATE Department of Natural Resources"ALASKA ee GOVERNOR SEAN PARNELL Anchorage,Alaska 99501 Main:(907)269-8552 Fox:{907}269-8913 Division of Mining Land &Water Southcentral Region Land Office LAND USE PERMIT AS 38.05.850 PERMIT #LAS 29124 Alaska Energy Authority herein known as the Permittee,is issued this pcrmit authorizing the use of statc land within: Legal Description: SEC 4-5,7-8,T25N,ROSE,SM SEC 1,11-12,T26N,R10E,SM SEC 3,10,15,T27N,07E,SM SEC 23-27,33-34,T26N,ROSE,SM SEC 5-6,T26N,RILE,SM SEC 2-3,T27N,R10E,SM SEC 5,8,17,20,21,28-29,31-33, T27N,RITE,SM SEC 1,T28N,R7E,SM SEC 2,25,35-36,T28N,RIOE,SM SEC 5,8,17-20,29-30,32 T28N, R11E,SM SEC 24 &35-36,T29N,R7E,SM SEC 6-7,18-19,T29N,RSE,SM SEC 13,23-27,34,T29N,R10E,SM SEC 17-20,29-32,T29N,RITE,SM SEC 8,17-18,20,29-31,T30N,R8E, SM Land Use Pennit DNR_234245 SEC 14-15,T31N,RIE,SM SEC 1,13 &17-20 T31N,R2E,SM SEC 13-14,17-18,23,T31N,R3E,SM SEC 10,18,20,T31N,R4E,SM SEC 11-14,T31N,R6E,SM SEC 2,4,11-15,24-25,30-33,T31N, RTE,SM SEC 19-20,30,T31N,R8E,SM SEC 2-3,10-15 T32N,R3E,SM SEC 1-3,7,-12,14-18,34,T32N,R4E, SM SEC 2-17,19-25,29,31-34,36,T32N, RSE,SM SEC 2-3,10-11,25-29,32,T32N,R6E, SM SEC 29-33,T33N,R3E,SM SEC 25,29,31-32,36,T33N,RSE,SM SEC 16-17,19-21,26,28-31,35, T33N,R6E,SM LAS 29124 SEC 14-16,22,25,27-28,33-34, T33N,R7E,SM SEC 28-33,T33N,R8E,SM SEC 5 &8,T23N,R4W,SM SEC 33,T24N,R4W,SM SEC 19 &30,T25N,RAW,SM SEC 10,12-15,22,24-25,T25N,R5W, SM SEC 4,9,12,T26N,RSW,SM SEC 1,11-13,22-27,34-36,T27N, RSW,SM SEC 1,12-13,24-25,36,T28N,RSW, SM SEC 1-4,9-12,14,16-21,29-31,T31N, R2W,SM SEC 1-2,11-12,35-36,T32N,R2W, SM SEC 5-9,16-17,20-22,27-28,33-34, T18S,R4W,FM SEC 12,T18S,RSW,FM SEC 3-5,8-10,16-17,20-21,28-29,32- 33 T19S,R4W,FM SEC 31,T20S,R3W,FM SEC 5-9,16-17,20-21,28-33,T21S, R3W,FM SEC 6-7,28-29,32-34 T22S,R3W,FM SEC 21-23,27-29,32-33,T22S,R4W, FM SEC 2-11,14-18,20-23,27-28,TOGN, RO7W,CRM SEC 1 &12,TO6N,ROSW,CRM SEC 6-7,17-20,27-35,TO7N,ROTW, CRM SEC 1-3,10-15,22-27,35-36,TO7N, RO8W,CRM SEC 30-31,TO8N,RO7W,CRM SEC 2-3,10-15,22-27,34-36,RO8N, RO8W,CRM SEC 18-20,28-35,TOON,RO8W,CRM *See Attachment B for additional list oflocationsfromrequestforamendment dated May 16,2014.* This permit is issued for the purpose of authorizing the following: Installation,maintenance,and use of Fishwheels,radio telemetry,PIT Tag arrays,Pickets Weirs,Screw traps,small fish traps,DIDSON sonar,and macroinvertebrate sampling equipment as defined in the plan of operations (Attachment A). This permit is effective beginning May 21,2013 and ending May 20,2018 unless sooner terminated at the state's discretion.This permit does not convey an interest in state land and as such is revocable immediately,with or without cause.No preference right for use or conveyance of the land is granted or implied by this authorization. Pape 2 of 7 LAS 29124 All activities shall be conducted in accordance with the following stipulations: 1.Authorized Officer:The Authorized Officer for the Department of Natural Resources is the Regional Manager or designee.The Authorized Officer may be contacted at the address and phone number on the front of the authorization.The Authorized Officer reserves the right to modify these stipulations or use additional stipulations as deemcd necessary.The permittee will be advised before any such modifications or additions are finalized. 2.Indemnification:In connection with the entry on or use of assigned lands,subject to the limitations and provisions of AS 09.50.250-.270 and AS 37.05.170,the Assignec shall ensure that its contractors and subcontractors shall indemnify,save harmless,and defend the State,its agents and its employees from any and all claims or actions for injuries or damages sustained by any person or property arising directly or indirectly from the construction or the contractor's performance of the contract,except when the proximate cause of the injury or damage is the State's sole negligence. 3.Performance Guaranty:The Regional Manager,at this time,is not requiring the Permittee to provide a performance guaranty.The right to require such performance guaranty is being reserved in the event the Permittee's compliance is less than satisfactory.If required,such performance guaranty shall remain in effect for the remainder of this authorization and shall secure performance of Permittee's obligations hercunder.The amount of the performance guaranty may be adjusted by the Regional Manager in the event of approved amendments to this authorization,changes in the development plan,or any change in the activities or operations conducted on the premises. 4,Valid Existing Rights:This authorization is subject to all valid existing rights in and to the land. The State of Alaska makes no representations or warrantics whatsoever,cither expressed or implied,as to the existence,number,or nature of such valid existing rights. 5.Reservation of Rights:The Division reserves the right to grant additional authorizations to third parties for compatible uses on or adjacent to the land under this authorization. 6.Reservation of Rights:Authorized concurrent users of state land,their agents,employecs, contractors,subcontractors,and liccnsees,shall not interfere with the operation or maintenance activities of each user. 7.Assignment:This permit may not be transferred or assigned to another individual or corporation. 8.Amendments:To conduct activities other than that in the approved plan of operations or development plan,the applicant must have prior authorization from the Authorized Officer.A map of the new location or an amended plan of operations or development plan is required. 9,Permit Extensions/Renewal:Any request for permit extension or renewal should be submitted at least 90 days prior to the end of the authorized term. *If there have been and will be no changes to the approved development/operations plan,a statement certifying there have been and will be no changes,an application filing fee and a comprchensive sct of photographs accuratcly depicting the site in its current condition (including existing improvements)will be accepted as a complete application. Page 3 of 7 LAS 29124 «If there have been and/or will be changes in the development/operations plan,a new permit application package,application filing fec and photographs of improvements occupying the site will be required 10,Inspections:Authorized representatives of the State of Alaska shall have reasonable access to the subject parcel for purposes of inspection. 11.Inspections:The permittee may be charged fees under 11 AAC 05.010(a)(7)(M)for routineinspectionsofthesubjectparcel,inspections concerning non-compliance,and a final close-out inspection.Failure to submit any required completion reports may subject the permittee to inspection fees for a final field inspection. 12.Compliance with Governmental Requirements;Recovery of Costs:Permittee shall,at its expense,comply with all applicable laws,regulations,rules and orders,and the requirements and stipulations included in this authorization.Permittee shall ensure compliance by its employees, agents,contractors,subcontractors,licensees,or invitees. 13.Other Authorizations:The issuance of this authorization does not alleviate the necessity of the permittee to obtain authorizations required by other agencies for this activity. 14.Violations:This authorization is revocable immediately upon violation of any of its terms, conditions,stipulations,nonpayment of fees,or upon failure to comply with any other applicable laws,statutes and regulations (federal and state).Should any unlawful discharge,leakage,spillage, emission,or pollution of any type occur due to permittee's,or its employees',agents',contractors', subcontractors',licensces',or invitees'act or omission,permittee,at its expense shall be obligated to clean the area to the reasonable satisfaction of the State of Alaska. 15.Violations:Pursuant to 11 AAC 96.145,a person who violates a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 96)is subject to any action available to the department for enforcement and remedies,including revocation of the permit,civil action for forcible entry and dctainer,ejectment,trespass,damages,and associated costs,or arrest and prosecution for criminal trespass in the second degree.The department may seek damages available under a civil action,including restoration damages,compensatory damages,and treble damages under AS 09.45.730 or 09.45.735 for violations involving injuring or removing trees or shrubs,gathcring geotechnical data,or taking mineral resources. 16.Violations:If a person responsible for an unremedied violation of 11 AAC 96 or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 96)applies for a new authorization from the department under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850,the department may require the applicant to remedy the violation as a condition of the new authorization,or to begin remediation and provide security under 11 AAC 96,060 to complete the remediation before receiving the new authorization.If a person who applies for a new authorization under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850 has previously been responsible for a violation of this chapter or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter, whether remedied or unremedied,that resulted in substantial damage to the environment or to the public,the department will consider that violation in determining the amount of the security to be furnished under 11 AAC 96.060 and may require the applicant to furnish three times the security that would otherwise be required. Page 4 of 7 LAS 29124 17.Alaska Historic Preservation Act:The permittee shall consult the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey (907)269-8721 so that known historic,archaeological and paleontological sites may be avoided. The Alaska Histone Preservation Act (AS 41.35.200)prohibits the appropriation,excavation, removal,injury,or destruction of any state-owned historic,prehistoric (paleontological)or archaeological site without a permit from the commissioncr.Should any sites be discovered during the course of field opcrations,activities that may damage the site will cease and the Office of History and Archacology in the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation (907)269-8721 and shall be notified immediately. 18.Public Trust Doctrine:The Public Trust Doctrine guarantecs public access to,and the public right to usc,navigable and public waters and the land beneath them for navigation,commerce, fishing,and other purposes.This authorization is issued subject to the principles of the Public Trust Doctrine regarding navigable or public waters.The Division of Mining,Land and Water reserves the right to grant other interests consistent with the Public Trust Doctrine. 19.Public Access:The Permittce shall not close landing areas or trails.The ability of all users to use or access state Jand or public water must not be restricted in any manner. 20.Site Restoration:On or before permit expiration,or termination of this authorization by the Permittee,the site shall be vacated and all improvements,personal property,and other chattels shall be removed.In the event Permittee fails to comply with this requirement,the State,at it's discretion,may remove and dispose of improvements and restore the site at the expense of Permittee. 21.Fire Prevention,Protection,and Liability:The permittee shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent and suppress forest,brush,and grass fires and shall assume ful!liability for any damagcs to statc land resulting from the negligent use of fire. 22.Fire Prevention,Protection,and Liability:The State of Alaska is not liable for damage to the permittee's personal property and is not responsible for forest fire protection of the permittee's activity. 23.General Operation of Vehicles:Vehicles shall be operated without disturbing the vegetative mat and underlying substrate. 24.General Operation of Vehicles:Vehicular travel is restricted to existing roads and trails.The lessee/permittee must obtain a permit from the Division of Land for any off road vehicular travel with the exception of generally authorized vehicles. 25.Wastewater Disposal:All greywater and human waste must be disposed of in a pit,or containment which can easily be transported and disposed of at a DEC approved disposal site.If a pit is used,it must be located at least 100 feet from the ordinary high water mark or any water body,limed and back-filled on or before permit expiration. 26.Solid Waste:All solid waste and debris generated from the activities conducted under this authorization shall be rcmoved to a facility approved by the ADEC prior to the expiration, completion,or termination of the authorization or activities. Page 5 of7 LAS 29124 27.improvements:Any improvements/structures that may be authorized under this permit must be constructed in a manner that will allow for removal from the permitted site within 48 hours of receiving a notice to vacate.The establishment of permanent foundations and structures is prohibited under this permit. 28.Authorized Use of Improvements:Any use of these improvements for purposes other than those explicitly authorized by this permit are prohibited. 29.Development Plan/Plan of Operations:The development of the site authorized by this permit shall be limited to the arca and improvements specified in the attached development plan/plan of operations or subsequent modifications approved by the Authorized Officer.The permittee is responsible for accurately siting development and opcrations within this area.Any proposed revisions to the development plan/plan of operations must be approved in writing by the Authorized Officer before the change in use or development occurs. 30.Permit Term :Expiration and effective dates of use authorized by a permit shall not extend beyond the scasonal use necessary to support the activity. 31,Sitting :Improvements must be sited in a manner which impacts the least amount of ground consistent with the purpose of the facility,and shall be consolidated on no more than onc acre of land unless additional acreage has been explicitly approved in writing. 32.Food Storage:Prior to removal,all garbage and debris will be stored so it docs not attract wildlife.Food and refuse will be stored in bear proof containers.Sites will be kept clean. 33.Restoration of Site :(a)Restoration of Vegetative Mat.The permittee shall immediately restore areas where soil has becn disturbed,or the vegetative mat has been damaged or destroyed. Restoration shall be accomplished in accordance with the directives of the Department of Natural Resources Plant Materials Center,Bodenburg Road,HC 02,Box 7440,Palmer,AK 99645,(907) 745-4469, (b)On or before the termination of seasonal use,all holes shall be backfilled with sand,gravel native materials,or a substitute approved by the Authorized Officer. 34.Completion Report :(a)Permit Expiration or Termination by the State of Alaska:A completion report shall be submitted to DNR within the 30 day period following permit expiration, or termination of this permit by the State of Alaska.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the site was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. (b)Termination by the Permittee:A completion report must accompany the permittee's writtcn request to terminate this permit.The report must include a statement and photographs verifying that the sitc was vacated and restored to a clean,safe condition. 35.Site Disturbance:(a)Site disturbance shall be kept to a minimum to protect local habitats. AJl activities at the site shall be conducted in a manner that will minimize the disturbance of soil and vegetation and changes in the character of natural drainage systems.Additionally,any ground disturbances which may have occurred shall be contoured to blend with the natural topography to protect human and wildlife health and safety.Particular attentions must be paid Page 6 of 7 LAS 29124 to prevent pollution and siltation of streams,lakes,ponds,waterholes seeps and marshes,and disturbances to fish and wildlife populations and habitats. (b)Brush clearing is allowed,but should be kept to the minimum necessary to set up the camp. Removal or destruction of the vegetative mat is not authorized under this permit. (c)Establishment of or improvements to landing areas (i.e.leveling the ground or removing or modifying a substantial amount of vegetation)is prohibited. 36.Timber Use:The permittee may use dead and down timber,but shall not cut standing timber on the premises unless specifically authorized by the DNR,Division of Forestry. The Authorized Officer reserves the right to modify these stipulations or use additional stipulations as deemed necessary.The permittee will be advised before any such modifications or additions are finalized.DNR has the authority to implement and enforce these conditions under AS 38.05.850.Any correspondence on this permit may be directed to the Department of Natural Resources,Division of Mining,Land and Water,Southcentral Region Land Office,550 West 7th Ave,Anchorage,AK 99501,(907)269-8552. I have read and understand all of the foregoing and attached stipulations.By signing this permit_-___-I agree to conduct the authorized activity in accordance with the terms and conditions of this permit. bho antWHLeddtngMorass.|\20 4SignatuyeofPermitteeorSAthorizedRepresentativeTitle*I Dateg\3a Novitern Lis Buch Anchors.Are a9 5OSPermittee's Address City A)State Zip Rndrew FRaver 07 -276-3958 W1-2YE 7I29ContactPeaHomePhoneWorkPhone 'Vip TT a 74ooyebC7!fSignetfofAuthorizedStateRepresentativeTitleDate Page 7 of 7 SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO FISHERIES AND AQUATICS STUDIES Fishwheel A total of four fishwheels,including two that were permitted in 2012,will be operated throughout the middle and upper Susitna River in 2013.Two (also operated in 2012)will be located near Curry,one will be located near Indian River,and a third near Portage Creek.The fishwheels,in conjunction with the telemetry sites,are used to study adult salmon escapement in the Susitna River,and will capture adult salmon for tagging.Fishwheels will be anchored to substrate along the shore by drilling into a solid surface and/or running a line around a tree.If substrate drilling is required,an anchoring device (e.g., eye bolt)will be inserted into the substrate.The fishwheels will consist of aluminum pontoons,three baskets,and two partially submerged live tanks for holding fish in river water.A tower and winch assembly will be used to adjust the height of the baskets and ensure that the baskets are fishing within 20 centimeters (cm)of the river bottom.Fishwheels will be operated 8-12 hours per day.A two-person crew will staff the fishwheels during operations;when the crew is to be absent from the fishwheel for more than 1 hour,the fishwheel baskets will be ralsed from the water and stopped. a oe enna ee mTTRoad =ge TREAT - -Me .-eer eel st TL Basket e Tower |Sample |>-aeTroueh|ae NY at ne -a Current Net is attached to a boulder on the bank immediately upstream of this location.2 4 Net leads will be installed between fishwheels and the adjacent riverbank to direct fish away from the bank and into the path of the fishwheel baskets.Net leads will be attached at one end to a tree along the river bank and to the Inside pontoon of the fishwheel at the other end.The net lead will be weighted by a section of heavy chain to keep the net along the bottom. Fishwheels and associated infrastructure would be in place between May and September/October and then removed from the water.The fishwheels would be maintained by a 4-member field team accessing the site by boat and helicopter.A field camp (described elsewhere in this document)would ete - SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO be installed at each fish wheel to support the fisheries work.DIDSON sonar would be installed just downstream of fishwheel to address questions regarding the timing and position of passing fish and to help with the positioning of the fishwheel. At the completion of the study,all fishwheels,the DIDSON sonar,and net leads along with any sand bags or other materials will be removed from the river and stored on land for use the following season. Generators and fuel will be removed from the project area.After completion of the project,all eye bolts will be removed from the substrate and properly discarded,and all field equipment will be removed. Telemetry Sites Two radio telemetry sites were permitted In 2012 and were utilized during the 2012 field season;the equipment was removed at the end of the fieid season and will be re-installed in 2013.AEA will also be installing two additional telemetry sites, similar to those that were previously permitted,as remote monitoring techniques. Radio transmitters will be implanted in selected fish species.(All work with fish will be consistent with the Fish Resource Permit issued by ADF&G.}Stand-alone operating telemetry arrays will be deployed to provide migration checkpoints and develop spawning ground inventories and the fates of individual tagged fish.Equipment at each site will consist of one to two radio antennas,a weatherproof box,a 12 volt battery,a radio telemetry receiver,and a small solar panel.Each antenna will be secured to a tree at an elevation of 30 to 50 ft.Weatherproof boxes will hold a 12-volt battery and a telemetry receiver and will be secured,a few feet above the ground.Solar panels will be secured to a tree a few feet above the ground or positioned on the ground. installation of radio telemetry sites will require tree and shrub clearing and land disturbance up to 1 square yard.The telemetry station sites will be returned to near natural condition after use.Equipment,instruments,and supporting structures would be removed completely.All disturbed areas would be expected to revegetate from local seed sources. Radio telemetry stations would be installed by 2 member field teams and would remain in place from May through the end of the year.The sites will be visited weekly for data downloads and to check equipment.Radio telemetry sites would be accessed via boat in the summer below Devils Canyon,helicopter above Devils canyon or in the winter,or by snow machine in the winter. Typical radiotelemetry station (above) with a weatherproof box housing a radio telemetry receiver and a 12-volt battery power source {below}. ee”ate SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO PIT Tag Array Passive integrated transponder (PIT)tags are small tags that can be internally implanted in fish to monitor their movement,survival,and growth.Each tag transmits a unique alphanumeric code as it passes through an electromagnetic field emitted by a detection antenna.PIT tags will be used to document localized movements of fish and to obtain growth and survival information across seasons and years.Fish movements and survival of tagged fish can be ascertained as fish swim past fixed antenna arrays or when tagged fish are opportunistically recaptured in traps or during routine fish sampling. Stationary PIT tag arrays will be installed and operated at six locations in the Susitna River.Each stationary PIT tag interrogation system requires a power source,data logger,antenna and tuning capacitor.The power source will consist of a bank of three 12-volt and three 6-volt batteries (100 Ah) supplemented with solar power,thus allowing the reader to operate at 18 volts.A solar panel and controller will be used to power the reader and charge the batteries.A field box enclosure will be used to house the batteries and reader.Data loggers will be downloaded every two to four weeks,depending on the need to replace batteries and the reliability of logging systems.Antennas will be inspected ona regular basis and replaced as necessary. PIT tag arrays will be installed in mid-May and monitored through October.Up to six people may install arrays,and up to three people may monitor the arrays.The sites will be accessed through a combination of boat,snowmachine,helicopter,and fixed-wing plane,depending upon safety and logistical considerations. Installation of PIT tag arrays will require tree and shrub clearing and land disturbance up to 1 square yard.The arrays will be returned to near natural condition after use.Equipment,instruments,and supporting structures would be removed completely.All disturbed areas would be expected to revegetate from local seed sources. ©ed oot.Te Oe +O wo F.we FE a a Fw me ee ee an coaneer ne ereAtypicalPITTagarray. a ita SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO Macroinvertebrate Sampling Equipment Sampling for the River Productivity Study will occur at six stations on the Susitna River,and one station on the Talkeetna River,each station with three sites (one main channel site and two different macrohabitat sites associated with the main channel site),for a total of 18 sites.Two stations will be located in the Upper Segment,above the praposed dam and reservoir area (upstream of RM 223).In the Middle River Segment,two stations will be located between the dam site and the upper end of Devils Canyon,and two stations will be located between Devils Canyon and Talkeetna;all stations established within the Middle River Segment will be located at Focus Areas.One station will be located in the lower rivers at PRM 92-97. River productivity work would begin after ice-out and completed throughout the 2013 summer.Hester- Dendy Multiplate Samplers would be in place mid-June mid-October.Floating macroinvertebrate traps would be in place mid-April mid-October.Sites would be accessed via boat in the below Devils Canyon and helicopter above Devils canyon. Benthic macroinvertebrate and algal sampling Sampling will be conducted in riffle/run mesohabitats and off-channel macrohabitat types (i-e.,tributary confluences,side channels,and sloughs)to gather information on benthic macroinvertebrate and algal communities in the Upper and Middle Susitna River.Measurements of depth,mean water column velocity,mean boundary layer velocity (near bed),and substrate composition will be taken concurrently with benthic macroinvertebrate sampling at the sample location. Water temperatures will be monitored hourly at sites with submerged temperature loggers that will be deployed at all sampling sites for the duration of the ice-free season. Hess Samples Macroinvertebrate sampling will be conducted using a modified Hess sampler,an enclosed cylinder 40 cm in height and 33 cm in diameter,with a screened opening in the front,and receiving mesh net bag opposite it.The cylinder is forcibly pushed and rotated into the substrate to depths of 7.5-15 cm,and all substrate within the enclosed 0.086 m2 area is cleaned of macroinvertebrates.Water flows in through the upstream window and out the downstream Hess stream sampler window into the collecting net and bucket.Vocmann+)#Due to the prevalence of large woody debris in the Susitna River,woody snags,if present at a sampling site,also will be sampled as a substrate stratum for benthic macroinvertebrates.Invertebrate drift sampling will be conducted concurrently with benthic macroinvertebrate sampling.Invertebrate drift sampling will be ter ees conducted using a drift net.-ae th: Benthic algae sampling will be collected concurrently with benthic macroinvertebrate sampling.Light availability will be measured at each sample location with an underwater light sensor,to measure the photosynthetically active radiation available to the algal community.Turbidity measurements using a handheld device will also be taken. eee ieee SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO in order to quantify the amounts of organic matter available in the Susitna River for river productivity, organic matter will be collected directly from all benthic macroinvertebrate sampling,in Hess samples and drift net samples. Adult Insect Emergence Sampling Floating emergence traps will be deployed at each site to determine both the timing and the amount of adult insect emergence.Emergence traps will be checked and reset every month. SF emails beeseemedcme anak Sata sh ba charcoatieies sie:"Ee BRS ENTE S : Floating emergence traps Macroinvertebrate Colonization Sampling In order to assess the influences of turbidity and temperature on the benthic Md community colonization rates,a field study will be conducted to estimate "s potential benthic macroinvertebrate colonization rates for four different habitat types.Sets of three preconditioned artificial substrates (Hester-Dendy multiplate samplers)will be deployed at two depths at fixed sites along the channel!bed incrementally for set periods of time (e.g.,8,6,4,2,and 1 week([s]) and then pulled simultaneously at the conclusion of the period Hester-Dendy sampler -I.. SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO Screw Traps To better understand downstream migration patterns ofjuvenile salmonids and resident fish,six rotary screw traps will be deployed in the Susitna River Basin during the 2013 and 2014 field seasons.Each trap consists of an eight-foot diameter funnel-shaped cone that is screened with a 3-millimeter diameter perforated plate.The cone is suspended above the water by an aluminum pontoon barge.A winch is used to adjust the fore elevation of the cone and lift the wide end out of the water when not actively fishing.Within the cone are two tapered flights or baffles that are wrapped 360 degrees around a center shaft.The trap cone is oriented with the wide end facing upstream and uses the force of the river acting on the tapered flights to rotate the cone about its axis.Traps are usually positioned in the main flow or river thalweg and angled to catch the maximum amount of flow.Downstream migrating fish are swept into the wide end of the cone and are gently augured into a live collection box that is attached to the rear of the trap cone. Rotary screw traps and associated rigging are a possible hazard to boaters,swimmers,and others using the river.Wires and cables will be marked with bright colored flagging for increased visibility.Markers may be positioned both upstream and downstream of traps in areas where boaters may be present. Flow conditions permitting,rotary screw traps will be fished on a cycle of a 48 hours on and 72 hours off throughout the ice-free period.Rotary screw traps will be checked at least once per day.During periods of migration or high flow,traps may need to be checked more often. A field crew of up to nine people will install the rotary screw traps in mid-to late-May,and the traps will be continuously monitored through October.The sites will be accessed through a combination of boat and helicopter,depending upon safety and logistical considerations. jum Photograph of a screw trap. SUSITNA-WATANA HYDRO Small Fish Traps Selected sampling units at multiple sites throughout the river will be sampled for fish distribution and abundance using a combination of gillnetting,electrofishing,angling,trot lines,minnow traps, snorkeling,out-migrant trapping,beach seines,fyke nets,hoop nets,dual-frequency identification sonar (DIDSON},and underwater video camera techniques will be used to sample or observe fish in the Upper River and selected sloughs and tributaries.Methods will be selected based on species,life stage,and water conditions.Snorkeling and electrofishing could be used forjuvenile fishes in clear water areas where velocities are safe for moving about in the creek.The use of minnow traps,beach seines,set nets, and fyke nets could be employed in deeper waters and habitats with limited access,low visibility,and/or high velocities.For larger/adult fishes,gillnets,seines,trotlines,hoop traps,and angling could be used. When deployed,minnow traps,hoop traps,and set gill nets will generally be left overnight,but for less than 12 hours.Fyke nets and trotlines are generally set for more than 24 hours. Sampling timing varies by location,but will generally begin in May and continue through October.Some sites will be visited monthly;others will be visited every-other month.The field crew will consist of up to 11 people.The sites will be accessed through a combination of boat,snowmachine,helicopter,and fixed-wing plane,depending upon safety and logistical considerations. As part of fish sampling at some of these locations,additional activities will occur.These activities include taking collecting samples for genetics,stomach contents,stable isotopes,metals contamination tissue samples,and installation of pit tags and radio transmitters for other studies. All work with fish will be consistent with the Fish Resource Permit issued by ADF&G. Pz.ALASKA... May 16,2014 Cliff Larson Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Mining,Land and Water550West7Ave. Anchorage,AK.99501 Subject:Modifications from 2013 Fish and Aquatic Studies. RE:=Modification to LAS 29124 Dear Ms.Larson: The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)and its sub-contractors are conducting a variety of baselineenvironmentalstudiestoassistwithpreparingaLicenseApplicationthatwillbesubmittedtothe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project. In 2013,AEA was issued Land Use permit LAS 29124 authorizing work in support of the FishandAquaticsStudies.A detailed description of the activities was included in the pennitapplicationfiledin2013.During the 2014 field season,AEA proposes to continue and expandonthisworkbydoingworkinotherarcasthanarecurrentlypermitted. Attached are additional locations that we are requesting to be added to the permit.No newactivitiesareproposedtothispermit. If you have any questions please contact me at 907-771-3958 or by e-mail at afraiser@zidea.org. Sincerely, Jules flaity Andrew Fraiser Lands,Licensing,and Permitting Manager SEs kChatHVTULHOELIVBtS? $13 West NorthemLightsBoulevard Anchorage,Alaska 97503 T 907.771.3000 Tell Free (laske Only)888.200.9534 F 907.771.3041 Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification Request May 16,2014 Study Section: Study Element: Activity: 9.5 Fish Distribution and Abundance -Upper River Early Life History Sampling Docament the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations ofjuvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 1 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 1:Installation of Smafl Fish Traps for Upper River Early Life History Sampling Sec.4,T.30.N,R.8 E,SM Sec.9,T.30N,R.8E,SM Sec.28,T.31.N,R.8 EB,SMSec.33,T.31N,R.8E,SM Sec.11,T.26N,R.10,SM Sec.12,T.26.N,R.10 E,SMSec.33,T.27 N,R.11 E,SM Study Section: Study Element: Activity: 9.5 Fish Distribution and Abundance --Upper River Mainstem Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations of juvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 2 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 2:Instelation of Small Fish Treps for Upper River Fish Distribution Sam lingSec.26,T.32 N,Sec.27,T.32N,|Sec.3,T31N,R.|Sec.5,7.31N,R.|Sec.6,T.31N,R.R.05 E,SM R.05 EF,SM 07 B,SM 07 E,SM 07£,SM Sec.7,T31 N,R.|Sec.8,T31N,R.|Sec.9,T.31 N,R.|Sec.10,T.31 N,Sec.11,T.31 N,08 E,SM 08 E,SM 08 E,SM R.08 E,8M R.08 E,SMSec.12,T.31 N,Sec.13,T.31N,|Sec.14,T 31 N,R.|Sec.15,T31.N,R.|Sec.17,T.31 N,R08 E,SM R.08 E,SM 08 E,SM 08 BE,SM R.08 E,SMSec.18,T.31 N,Sec.1,T.30N,R.|Sec.12,T.30 N,Sec.18,T.31 N,Sec.19,T.31 N,R.08 E,SM 09 E,SM R.09 E,SM R.09 BE,SM R.09 E,SMSec,20,T.31 N,Sec.21,T.31N,|Sec.22,T.31 N,Sec.23,T.31 N,Sec.26,T.31 N,R.09 E,SM R.09 E,SM R.09 E,SM R.09 E,SM R.09 E,SMSec,27,T.31 N,Sec.28,T.31N,|Sec.29,T.31 N,Sec.36,T.31 N,Sec 2,T.30N,R.R,09 EB,SM R.09 E,SM R.09 E,SM R.9E,SM 105,SMSec.6,T.30N,R.|Sec.7,T.30N,R.|Sec.8,T.30N,R.|Sec.9,T.30N,R.|Sec.10,T.30 N,10 E,SM 10E,SM 10 E,SM 10E,SM R.10 E,SMSec.11,T.30 N,Sec.12,T.30N,|Sec.13,T.30N,Sec.14,T.30 N,Sec.15,T.30 N,R.10E,SM R.10 E,SM R.10E,SM R.10E,SM R.10E,SMSec,16,T.30 N,Sec.17,T.30N,|Sec.31,T.31 N,Sec 5,T.29N,R.|Sec.7,T.30N,R.R.10 2,SM R.10 E,SM R.10 E,SM 11E,SM 11EB,SMSec.8,T.30N,R.|Sec.17,T.30N,|Sec.18,T.30N,Sec.20,T.30 N,Sec.21,T.30 N, 11E,SM R.11 F,SM R.11E,SM R.11 E,5M R.11E,SMSec.28,T.30 N,Sec.29,T.30N,|Sec.32,T 30N,R.|Sec.33,T.30 N,R.11 EB,SM R.11 5,SM 11 BE,SM R.11E,SM | 1 Study Section: Study Element: Activity: DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modificetion Request May 16,2014 9.5 Fish Distribution and Abundance -Upper River Tributaries Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations of juvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 3 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 3:Lastallation of Small Fish Traps in Susitna River Tributaries for Fish Distribution and Abundance Sampling(Sec.33,T.32N,R09E,SM |Sec,28,T.31 N,R.O8 E,SM |Sec,30,T.225,R.03W,FM | Study Section: Study Element: Activity: 9.5 Fish Distribution and Abundance -Rotary Screw TrapsDocumenttheseasonaldistribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations of juvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 4 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 4:Installation of Rotary Screw Traps in the Upper River Sec.26,T.32 |Sec.27,T.32N,R.|Sec.28,T.32N,R Sec.35,T.32.N,R.N,R.05 E,SM |0S E,SM 05 E,SM 05 E,SM Study Section:9.5 Study Element:Upper River Fish Distribution and Abundance -Pit Tag ArraysActivity:Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations ofjuvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 5 to be added to LAS 29124. Tablje 5:Installation of PIT Tag Arrays In the Upper River Sec.27,T.31 N,R.08 |Sec.27,T.31N,R.08 |Sec.26,T.32N.R.05 |Sec,27,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM E,SM E,SM E,SM Sec.28,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.35,T.32 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.25,T.32 N,R.01 W,SM Sec,26,T.32.N,R.01 W,SM Sec.27,T.32 N,R.01 Ww,SM Sec.28,T.32 N,R.OL W,SM DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification Request May 16,2014 Stady Section:9.5 Study Element:Fish Distribution and Abundance Upper River -Telemetry SiteActivity:Install Telemetry Site AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 6 to be added to LAS 291 24. Table 6:Installation of Telemetry Site in the Upper River [Sec.25,T.32.N,R.06.E,SM Study Section:9.6 Study Element:Fish Distribution and Abundance -Middle River Early Life History SamplingActivity:Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations of juvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would Like the legal sections listed in Table 7 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 7:Installation of Small Fish Traps for the Middle River Early Life History Sampling Small Fish Trap Sec.19,T.28N.,R.04 W,SM Small Fish Trap Sec.30,T.28 N,R.04 W,SM Small Fish Trap Sec.02,T.26 N,R 05 W, SM Small Fish Trap Sec,03,T.26N,R.05Ww,SM Small Fish Trap Sec.10,T.26N,R.05 Ww,SM Small Fish Trap Sec.11,T.26 N,05 W, SM Study Section:9.6 Study Element:Fish Distribution and Abundance Middle and Lower River -PIT Tag Arrays Activity:Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations of juvenile anadromous and resident fish AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 8 to be added to LAS 29124, DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification Request Table 8:Installation of PIT Tag Arrays in the Middle and Lower River May 16,2014 Sec.06,T.23 N,R.04 W,SM Sec.07,T.23 N,R.04 W,SM Sec.18,T.23 N,R.04 W,SM Sec.19,T.23 N,R.04 W,SM Sec.3},T.24 N,R.04 Sec.01,T.23 N,R.05 Sec.02,T.23 N,R.OS Sec,12,T.23 N,R.05 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SMSec.13,T.23N,R.05 |Sec.24,T.23N,R.05 |Sec.35,T.24N,R.O5 |Sec.36,T.24N,ROS W,SM W,SM W,SM -§-W,SM Sec.02,T.26 N,R.05 Sec,03,T.26N,R.05 |Sec.10,T.26N,R.05 Sec.19,T.28 N,R 04 W,SM WwW,SM W,SM :W,SM Sec 25,T.32 N,01 W,Sec.26,T.32 N,R.01 Sec.22,T.32 N,R.03 Sec.24,T,31 N,R.03 SM W,SM E,SM E,SM Sec.19,RT.31 N,R. 045,SM Sec.36,T.32 N,R.04 E,SM Study Section: Study Element: Activity: 9.6 Fish Distribution and Abundance -Lower River Mainstem Field crew training and document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance, and habitat associations ofjuvenile anadromous and resident fish in support of RivPro 9.8. AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 9 to be added to LAS 29124. Table 9:Installation of Small Fish Traps for the Lower River Fish Distribution and Abundance Training[Sec.6,T.23.N,RK.4 W,SM |Sec.7,T.23 N,R.4 W,SM Study Section: Study Element: Activity: 9.6 Fish Distribution and Abundance Middle and Lower Susitna River-Rotary Screw Traps . Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations ofjuvenile anadromous and resident fish -Downstream Migrant Traps (Rotary Screw Traps) AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 10 to be added to LAS 29124, DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification RequestMay16,2014 Table 10:Installation of Rotary Screw Traps in the Middle and Lower RiverSec.25,T.32N,R.01 Sec,26,T.32 N,R.01 Sec.27,T.32N,R.O1 Sec.28,T.32 N,R.01W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SMSec.06,T.32.N,R.04 |Sec.18,T.23N,R.04 |Sec.19,T.23N,R04 Sec.31,T.24N,R.04W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SMSec.01,T.23.N,R.05 |Sec.02,T.23N,R.05 |Sec.12,T.23N,R.O5 |Sec,13,T.23 N,R.05WwW,SM W,SM W,SM W,SMSec.24,T.23 N,R.05 W,SM Sec,35,T.24.N,R.05 W,SM Sec.36,T.24.N,R,O5 W,SM Study Section: Study Element: 9.6 Fish Distribution and Abundance Middle River Tributaries above DevilsCanyon Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associationsofjuvenileanadromousandresidentfish AEA would like the legal sectionslistedinTable 11 to added to LAS 29124, Table 11:Installation of Small Fish Traps for the Middle River Tributary Fish Distribution andAbundanceSam Sec.20,T.33 N,R.03 E,SM Sec.21,T.33 N,R03 E,SM Sec,28,T.33 N,R.03E,SM Sec,04,T,30.N,R.06 E,SM Sec.05,T.30 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.19,T.31 N,R.06E,SM Sec,20,T.31 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.28,T.31 N,R.06E,SM Sec.29,T,31 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.33,T.31 N,R.06E,SM Sec.28,T.31 N,R.06E,SM Sec.33,T.31 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.34,T.31 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.35,T.31 N,R.06 E,SM Sec.36,T.31 N,R.06 E,SM Sec,36,T.32 N,R.04B,SM Sec.17,T.33 N,R.05 Sec.20,T.33 N,R.05 See.31,T.21S,R.05 Sec.06,T.22 8,R.05BE,SM E,SM W,FM W,FM Sec.07,T.228,R.05 |Seo.08,T.228,R.05 |Sec.17,T.22S,R.05 |See.18,7.225,R.05W,FM .W,FM W,FM W,FM Sec,20,T.228,R.05 |Sec.29,T.228,R.05 |Sec.32,T.228,R.05 |Sec.14,T.218,R.06W,FM W,W,FM W,FM. Sec.15,T.218,R.06 |Seo.23,T.218,R.06 |Sec.24,T.218,R.06 |Sec.25,7.215,R06W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FM Sec.13,T.32N,R.04B,SM Sec,24,T.32 N,R.04 E,SM Sec.19,T.32 N,R.04 Sec.20,T.32 N,R.04E,SM Seo,21,T.32.N,R.04E,SM .26,T.32.N,R.04 DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification RequestMay16,2014 Sec.27,T.32 N,R.04 BE,SM Sec.28,T.32 N,R.04 E,SM F022S007W01 F022S007W11 Sec.22,T.22 S,R.07 Sec,13,T.22 S,R.07 Sec.14,T.22 S,R.07 Sec.15,T.22 8,R.07W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FM Sec.20,T.22 8,R.07 Sec.21,T.22 S,R.07 Sec,22,T.228,R.07 Sec.23,T.22 S,R07W,FM W.FM W,FM W,FM Sec.28,T.22S,R.07 Sec.29,T.22 S,R.07 Sec.30,T.22 S,R.07 Sec.31,T.22 S,R.07W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FM Sec.25,T.22 S,R.08 W,FM Sec.31,T.22S,R.08W,FM Sec.35,T.22 S,R.08 W,FM Sec.36,T.22 S,R.08 W,FM Study Section: Study Element: Activity: 9.6 Fish Distribution and Abundance -Middle River Mainstem Document the seasonal distribution,relative abundance,and habitat associations ofjuvenile anadromous and resident fish ABA would like the legal sections listedinTable 12 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 12:Installation of Small Fish Traps for the Middle River Fish Distribution and Abundance Sampling_Sec.19,T.31 N,R.03 |Sec.20,T.31N,R.03 |Sec.21,T.31N,R.03 |Sec.22,T.31N,R.03 E,SM E,SM E,SM E,SM Sec.19,T.31N,R.04 |Sec.21,7.31 N,R.04 |Sec.35,T.32N,R.04 |Sec.36,T.32 N,R.04 E,SM E,SM E,SM E,SMSec.28,T.32N,R.05 {|Sec.25,T.32N,R.01 |Sec.26,T.32N,R.01 |Sec.27,T.32N,R01 E,SM W,SM W,SM Ww,SM Sec.28,T.32N,R.01 |Sec.29,T.32N,R.O1 |Sec.31,T.32N,R.01 |Sec.32,T.32N,R 01 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SM Seo,33,T.32N,R.01 Sec.08,T.31 N,R.02 Sec.17,T.31 N,R.02 Sec,20,T.31 N,R.02 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SMSeo.31,T.31N,R.02 |Sec.01,T.30N,R.03 |Sec.02,T.30N,R03 |Sec.03,T.30N,ROB W,SM W,5M W,SM W,SMSec.16,T.30N,R03 |Sec.17,T.30N,R.03 |Sec.19,T.30N,R.03 |Sec.20,1.30N,R 03 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SM Sec.29,T.30 N,R.03 Sec.30,T.30 N,R.03 Sec.25,T.31 N,R.03 Sec.36,T.31 N,R.03 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SM Sec.06,T.28 N,R.04 |Sec.07,T.28N,R.04 |Sec.19,T.28N,R.04 |Sec.30,T.28 N,R.04 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SM Sec.02,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.10,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.11,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.16,T.29 N,R.04 W,SM W,SM W,SM W,SM Sec.20,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.21,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.28,T.29N,R.04 |Sec,29,T.29 N,R.04 W,SM Ww,SM W,SM W,SM Sec.31,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.32,T.29N,R.04 |Sec.25,T.30N,R.04 |Sec.35,T.30 N,R.04 w,SM Ww,SM W,SM W,SMSec.01,1.27 N,R.05 Ww,SM Sec.12,T.27 N,R.05 W,SM DNR LAS 29139 Perait Modification RequestMay16,2014 Study Section:9.7 Study Element:Salmon EscapementActivity:ARIS/DIDSON Sonar Installation in Watana Canyon AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 13 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 13:Installation of ARIS/DIDSON Sonar for the Salmon Escapement StudySec.36,T.32N,R.4E,|Sec.26,T.32N,R.SE,SM SM Study Section:9.8 Study Element:Trophic Modeling /Stable Isotope AnalysisActivity:Seasonal collection of invertebrates (benthic,drifting,emerging),algae,organicmatter(benthic aud drifting)for stable isotope analyses and trophic modeling. AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 14 to be added to LAS 29124. Table 14:Installation of Macroinvertebrate Sampling Equipment fer Trophic ModellingS031N003E24S032N004E36|S023N004W06 |§023N004W07 Study Section:9.8 Study Element:River ProductivityActivity:Fish Dict Analysis AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 15 to be added to LAS 29124. Table 15:Installation of Small Fish Traps for River Productivity Sampling|Sec.06,T.23 N,R.04 W,SM |__Sec.07,T.23 N,R.04W,SM |Sec.24,T.31 N,R.03 E,SM | Study Section:9.8 Study Element:Upper River Tributary SurveysActivity:Seasonal collection of invertebrates (benthic and drifting),algae,organic matter(benthic and drifting)for stable isotope analyses and trophic modeling. AEA would like the legal sections listed in Table 16 to be added to LAS 29124, Table 15:Installation of Small Fish Traps for River Productivity SamplingSec.25,T.21S,R.01 Sec.05,T.22 8,R.01 Sec.34,T.20S,R.02 Sec.22,T.21 S,R.02 Sec.32,T.21S,R.01 W,FM Sec.22,T.20S,R.02 W,FM Sec.10,T.21 8,R02W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FM.Sec.26,T.21 §,R.01 Sec.06,T.22S,R.01 Sec.04,T.21S,R.02 |Sec.27,T.21 8,R.02W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FMSec.27,T.21 8,R.01 Sec.15,T.20 8,R.02 Sec.09,T.218,R.02 |Sec.34,T.21S,R.02W,FM W,FM W,IM W,FMSec.01,T.22 S,R.02W,FM DNR LAS 29139 Permit Modification Request May 16,2014 Sec.33,T.218,R.01 Sec.27,T.20 S,R.02 Sec.15,T.21 8,R.02 Sec,02,T.22S,R.02W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FMSec.34,T.218,R.01 |Scc.33,T.208,R.02 |Sec.21,T.215,R O2 |Sec.33,1.21S,R03W,FM W,FM W,FM W,FM Sec.18,T.22 8,R.03W,FM Sec.26,T.33 N,R.05 E,SM Sec.34,T.33 N,R 05 E,SM Sec.05,T.22 8,R03 W,FM Sec.35,T.33 N,R.05 BE,SM Sec.13,T.33 N,R.03 E,SM Sec.14,T.33 N,R.03 E,SM Sec.15,T.33N,R03BE,SMSec.16,T.33 N,R.03 E,5M Sec.21,T.33 N,R.03 E,SM Sec.28,T.33 N,R.03 E,SM Sec.04,T.30 N,R.06E,SM Sec.05,T.30 N,R.06 Sec.07,T.30 N,R.06 Sec.08,T.30 N,R.06 Sec.18,T.30 N,R.06E,SM E,SM E,SM E,SMSec.19,T.31N,R.06 |Sec.20,T.31N,R.06 |Sec.28,T.31N,R 06 |Sec.29,7.31 N,R.06E,SM E,SM BE,SM E,SMSec,33,T.31N,R06 |Sec.05,T.31N,R.09 |Sec.06,T.31N,R09 |Sec.25,7.32 NR 09BSME,SM E,SM BE,SMSec.26,T.32 N,R.09 E,SM Sec.27,T.32 N,R.09 B,SM Sec,28,T.32 N,R.09 EB,SM Sec,29,T.32 N,R.09 E,SMSec.31,T.32 N,R.09 E,SM Sec.32,T.32 N,R.09 E,SM Sec.36,T.32 N,R.09 E,SM Sec.03,T.31 N,R.10E,SMSec.04,T.31 N,R.10 Sec.05,T.31 N,R.10 Sec.09,T.31 N,R.10 Sec.10,T.31 N,R.10E,SM E,SM E,SM E,SMSec.31,T.32N,R.10 |Sec.32,T.32N,R.10 |Sec.34,T.32N,R.10 |Sec.04,T.30N,R.08E,SM E,SM E,SM E,SMSec.09,T.30N,R.08 |Sec.33,T.31N,R.08 |Sec.02,T.28N,R.07 |Sec.11,T.28 N,R.07E,SM E,SM E,SM B,SMSec,12,T.28 N,R.07 |Sec.14,T.28N,R.07 |Sec.22,T.28N,R.07 |Sec.23,T.28 N,R 07BE,SM BE,SM E,SM E,SMSec,26,T.28N,R.07 |Sec.27,T.28N,R.07 |Sec.34,T.28N,R.07 |Sec.11,T.26N,R10E,SM E,SM E,SM EB,SM Sec,12,T.26N,R.10 |Sec.14,T.26N,R.10 |Sec.15,T.26N,R.10 |Sec.16,T.26 N,R.10E,SM ESM E,SM E,SMSec.19,T.26N,R.10 |Sec.20,T.26N,R.10 |Sec.21,T.26N,R.10 |Sec.33,T.27N,R.11 E,SM E,SM RB,SM E,SM Sec.02,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.03,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.04,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.09,T.10 N,R.10WwW,CM WwW,CM W,CM W,CMSec.10,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.11,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.12,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.13,T.10 N,R.10W,CM W,CM W,CM Ww,CMSec.14,T.10N,R.10 |Sec.02,T.09N,R.09 |Sec.03,T.09N,R.09 |Sec.11,T.09N,R.09 W,CM W,CM W,CM W,CMSec,12,T.09N,R.09 |Sec.13,T.09N,R.09 |Sec.06,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.07,T.10 N,R.09W,CM W,CM W,CM Ww,CMSec.08,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.09,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.14,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.15,T.10 N,R.09Ww,CM W,CM W,CM W,CMSec.16,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.23,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.26,T.10N,R.09 |Sec.27,T.10 N,R.09Ww,CM Ww,CM W,CM W,CM Sec.26,T.33 N,R.07 EB,CM Jeff Randall From:Larson,Clifford A (DNR)<clifford.larson@alaska.gov> Sent:Friday,March 21,2014 11:20 AM To:jeff@solsticeak.com Ce:Vanderhoek,Richard (DNR);Meybin,Jessica E (DNR);Snow,Candice S$(DNR) Subject:Lake Core Samples Jeff, Thank you for the call regarding lake core bottom samples in the Stephan,Deadman,and Watana Lakes area.The activity as described (fixed wing access,drill hole in lake ice,manually push tube into lake bottom,remove core sample, depart)is considered a Generally Allowed Use (11 AAC 96.020).|understand you will begin this activity next week. While you are in the area,it would be of great benefit to our department if you would relay your findings on ice thickness,and snow depths.|also understand you are evaluating fish data in the area of Gold Creek.Similar information {ice and snow depths)from this area would be beneficial. Thank you for the request and thanks for any of the information gleaned from your ice drilling and fish monitoring efforts. Sincerely, Cliff Larson Permitting Manager DNR/DMLW/SCRO (907)-269-8508 Jeff Randall From:Larson,Clifford A (DNR)<clifford.arson@alaska.gov> Sent:Wednesday,March 26,2014 3:55 PM To:Jeff Randall Subject:RE:Stephan Lake Access Attachments:gen_allow_use.pdf Thank you for the contact Jeff. Yes the State would assert that Stephan Lake (approximately 890 acres)is navigable,in State ownership,and that landing a fixed wing aircraft on the lake and the activities that you describe would be considered a Generally Allowed Use under 11 AAC 96.020.You should have no issues with upland owners if you remain on the lake's frozen surface. Sincerely, Cliff Larson Permitting Manager DNR/DMLW/SCRO From:Jeff Randall [mailto:jeff@solsticeak.com] Sent:Wednesday,March 26,2014 3:46 PM To:Larson,Clifford A (DNR) Subject:Stephan Lake Access Cliff, Thank you for speaking with me Friday regarding navigability of Stephan Lake.|just wanted to confirm my understanding so |can inform the field crews conducting lake coring.The State classifies lakes greater than 50 acres in area as navigable,although some smaller lakes may also be considered navigable.Stephan Lake (SO30N003E),measuring approximately 890 acres,is considered a navigable lake and under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources-Mining,Land,and Water.As such,access to Stephan Lake can be gained by landing a fixed-wing plane on the lake without any approvals from the adjacent landowners as long as the crew remains on the lake itself.If you could, please confirm if |have the details correct.Please feel free to modify my description as needed. Thank you, Jeff Randall Environmental Planner, Solstice Alaska Consulting,Inc. 2607 Fairbanks Street,Suite B Anchorage,Alaska 99503 907.929.5960 Check out our NEW website:www.solsticeak.com STATE OF ALASKA,DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF MINING,LAND &WATER COMMERCIAL RECREATION PERMIT Under AS 38.05.850 ras:Q4YSSL (Receipt Code:7E) This permit is issued for the purpose of authorizing the use of short-term (portable)recreational camps on state owned land managed by the Division of Mining,Land and Water.It is not to be used for floating facilities on tide and submerged lands. N #2:E Name of Commercial Recreation Guide/Operator:Business Name:Alaska Energy Authority Address:813 W.Northam Lighis Bivd.,City State/Zip:Anchorage,AK 99503 Telephone Number;997.771.3958 .Email Address:®fraiser@aidea.org __ FAX:907.771.3044 Date of Birth EIN SECTION #2:PERMITTED ACTIVITY AND PERMIT TERM:Identify commercial recreation activity'aclivities for which short term (portable)camps will be established to accommodate employees and clients,and provide a general description of the location(s)(e.g.guide use arca,game management sub-unit,river,stream,lake,etc.)the recreational activity activities and short term (portable)camp use will occur. _Big Game Gulding:(List up to 3 Guide Use Areas.) _Sportfishing (List river corridors,lakes,etc.) __Boating/Rafting/Kayaking:(List river corridors,lakes,etc.) X Other Reereation:(Type and general geographic description.)The camps will support scientistsconductingenvironmental studies along the Susitna Riveranditstbutarles._:-Will activities Include use of state land in the Haines 'Borough?Yes __No x If yes,please contact the Southeast Regional Land Office at (907)465-3400, -Is all or a portion of any of the above identified areas located within the Bering Straits CRSA?Yes_No X +Identify any State of Alaska Refuge,Sanctuary and/or Critical Habitat Area short term (portable)camps that will be used. N/A Circle Months Short-Term (Portable)Camps will be Used:Jan.Feb.Mar.Apr.May June:JulyfAug.Sept.Oct.Nov.Dec. This permit ts valld for the follawing calendar year:2014 the activity In accordance with the stipulations on Pages 2-4. fh 4,20/1F Signature of permittee WA Date 7 Bysigofng tis form,the N #3;MTF for Sta ont Per Stipwati ual feeof_$500 0r___$1,000 plus $2.00/day "Visitor Day"fee 4 -$---__Z-6-/Slpn@dug uthorizedStateRepresentative #$=|DateofIssuante eee VU Commercial Recreation Permit -102-4040A (Rev.05/07)Page 1 of 4 Permit Stipulations: ) 2) 3) 4) 7) 8) 9) Commercial Recreation Permit -102-4040A (Rev.05/07) Permit Term.The term of this authorization is from the first day to the last day of each month of the above identified months,during the calendar year authorized.Use of short-term (portable)camps on state land shall be limited to the months identified on Page 3. Short Term (Portable)Camp Use:Quantity.This permit authorizes the simultaneous use of three short-term (portable)camps by the permittee and one additional short-term (portabic)camp for cach assistant guide employed by the permittee at any one point in time during the term of this permit. .(a)On most state owned land,short-term (portable)camps may remain in one specific location for up to 14 days. On or before the last day allowed,short-term (portable)camps must be dismantled and moved st least two miles.All short-term (portable) campsites shall be left vacant and in a clean,safe condition.Relocation starts a new 14-day period. Time Away:Short term portable camp locations must be vacated a minimum of 4 days (96 hours),prior to returning to the same site.The same site is defined as any location within 2 miles of a previously used camp site. (b)In Game Management Sub-Units where the "spring bear-hunting season"is 21 days or less,a short-term (portable)camp may remain at thesamesiteforthetermofthe"spring bear-hunting season."NOTE:This exception to the 14-day limit does not apply to state owned tand located within the Nushagak and Mulchatna Rivers Recreation Management Plan,or other areas where shorter than 14-day limits have been established.Shorter than 14 day limits exist in the following areas: In Public Use Sites #6,#9 and #21,identified in the Nushagak &Mulchatna Rivers Recreation Management Plan,the limit is 7 days.On state-owned land subject to the Susitna Basin Recreation Rivers Management Plan,the limit is 4 days from May 15°throughAugust31%,(Little Susitna,Deshka,Talkeetna,Lake Creek,Talachutitna and Alexander Creek) On state-owned shorelands within the Togiak National Wildlife Refuge and the lower Goodnews River,the limit is 3 days. On state-owned land within the Lower Talarik Special Use Area,commercial camps are not allowed from August I*through October31",From August 1 through October 31"commercial recreation activities are allowed on a 4day use”basis only. .thors opSiteDisturbance.Site disturbance shall be kept to a minimum amount of ground necessary to profect loca!habitats.All activities shall beconductedinamannerthatwillminimizethedisturbanceofsoilandvegetationandchangesinthecharacterofnaturaldrainagesystems. Particular attention must be paid to prevent pollution and siltation of streams,lakes,ponds,seeps and marshes,and to prevent disturbances to fish and wildlife populations and habitats. Solid Waste.Prior to removal,all garbage and debris that are subject to decomposition will be stored in bear-proof containment.All solid waste, debris and hazardous substances generated from short-term (portable)camp use or other activities conducted in accordance with this authorization shall be removed to a facility approved by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).Trails and campsites must be kept clean and safe. Timber Use,Only dead and down timber may be used.Brush clearing is allowed,but must be kept to the minimum necessary to set up a camp. Greywater and Human Waste Disposal.All greywater or human waste must be disposed of in a pit,cathole,or containment that can easilybetransportedtoallowfordisposalataDECapproveddisposalsite.If «pit or cathole is used,it must be located at least 100 feet from the ordinary high water mark of the nearest waterbody,and back-filled prior to leaving the site.For additional information,contact the local DEC District Office. Fuel Storage.The total combined fuel stored at a short-term (portable)campsite shall not exceed 50 gallons.All containers must be clearly marked with the contents and the permittee's name.The permittee is responsible for preventing spillage and contamination of contiguous land and water as well as cleaning up any oil or other pollutants that result from activities associated with this permit.Drip pans and absorbent pads must be available to contain and clean up spills from any transfer or handling of fuel. Spill Notification.The permittee shall immediately notify DEC by telephone,and immediately afterwards send DEC a written notice by facsimile,hand delivery,or first class mail,informing DEC of:any unauthorized discharges of oil to water,any discharge of hazardous substances other than oil;and any discharge or cumulative discharge of oil greater than $5 gallons solely to land and outside an impermeable containment area.If a discharge,including a cumulative discharge,of oil is greater than [0 gallons but less than 55 gallons,or a discharge of oil greater than 55 gallons is made to an impermeable secondary containment area,the permittee shall report the discharge within 48 hours,and immediately afterwards send DEC a written notice by facsimile,hand delivery,or first class mail.Any discharge of oil,including a cumulative discharge,solely to land greater than one gallon up to 10 gallons must be reported in writing on a monthly basis.The posting of information requirements of 18 AAC75.305 shall be met.Scope and Duration of Initial Response Actions (18 AAC 75.310)and reporting requirements of 18 AAC 75,Article 3 also apply. The permittee shall supply DEC with all follow-up incident reports.Notification of a discharge must be made to the nearest DEC Area Response Team during working hours:Anchorage (907)269-7500,fax (907)269-7648;Fairbanks (907)451-2121,fax (907)451-2362;Juneau (907)465-5340, fax (907)465-2237.The DEC oil spill report number outside normal business hours is (800)478-9300. Removal of Personal Property.All components of short-term (portable)camps,personal property (e.g.camp gear,fuel storage containers, etc.),hazardous substances and solid waste must be removed from state owned land on or before the end of each authorized term of use,or on or before permit termination. Page 2 of4 10)Operation of Vehicles.Vehicles shall be operated without disturbing the vegetative mat and underlying substrate.The permittee must obtain a 11)Inspections.A! 12) 13) 14) permit from the Division of Mining,Land and Water for any off road vehicular travel with the exception of generally authorized vehicles. It short-term (portable)camps on state-owned land are subject to inspection by state agency personnel at any time. Public Access.Landing areas or trails shall not be closed nor shall the permittee prevent overland access used by the general public,The abilityofthegeneralpublictouseandaccessstatelandorpublicwatermustnotberestrictedinanymanner. Alaska Historic Preservation Act.The Alaska Historic Preservation Act (AS 41.35.200)prohibits the appropriation,excavation,removal,injury,or destruction of any state owned historic,prehistoric (paleontological)or archaeological site without a permit from the commissioner.Should any sites be discovered during the course of field operations,activities that may damage the site will cease and the Office of History andArchaeologyintheDivisionofParksandRecreation(907)269-8721 and the appropriate coastal district shall be notified immediately. Fire Prevention,Protection and Liability.The permittee shall take all reasonable precautions to prevent and suppress forest,brush andgrassfires,and shall assume full liability for any damages to state land resulting from negligent use of fire.The State of Alaska is not liable for damage to the permittee's personal property and is not responsible for forest fire protection of the permittee's activity.Jn Southeast Region,nocampfiresareallowedbeneaththeforestcanopy,or areas with forest soils.Small campfires are only allowed on intertidal beach areas,or sandandgravelbarslocatedalongstreamsandrivers. 15)Compliance with Requirements.The permittee shal!comply with all applicable laws,regulations,rules and orders,and the requirements and 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26) Commercial Recreation Permit -102-4040A (Rev.05/07) stipulations included in this authorization.The permittee shall inform and ensure compliance with these stipulations by his agents,employeesandguests,This authorization is revocable immediately upon violation of any of its terms,conditions,and stipulations or upon failure to complywithanyapplicablelaws,statutes and regulations (state and federal), Indemnification.Permittee assumes all responsibility,risk and liability for all activities of the permittee,its employees,agents,guests,contractors,subcontractors or licensees directly or uadireetly conducted in conjuncicn with this permit,including environmental and hazardoussubstancerisksandlish}ss Funee shall defend,indemnify and hold harmlesstheStateofAlaska,<nea +3 ions,losses,costs,penalties and damages ofwhateverkindofnat4jonwithorincidenttoanyactoromissionbypermittee,its employet Nigertet pu 'zProximate cause of theinjury or damageis thenegligenceorwillfulmisconductof|the State or anyone acting 0on the States behalf.Within 15 days,Permittee shall accept any such causeactionorproceedingupontenderbythestate.This indemnification shall survive the expiration or termination of this permit. Valid Existing Rights.This authorization is subject to all valid existing rights in and to the land covered under this authorization,The State of Alaska makes no representations or warranties,whatsoever,either expressed or implied,as to the existence,number or nature of such valid existing rights. Reservation of Rights.The division reserves the right to grant additional authorizations to third parties for compatible uses on or adjacent to the land covered under this authorization.Authorized concurrent users of state land;their agents,employees,contractors,subcontractors and licensees shall not interfere with the operation or maintenance activities of each user. Public Trust Doctrine.The Public Trust Doctrine guarantees public access to and the public right to use navigable and public waters and thelandbeneaththemfornavigation,commerce and other purposes.This authorization is issued subject to the principles of the Public Trust Doctrine regarding navigable or public waters.The Division of Mining,Land and Water reserves the right to grant other interests consistent with the Public Trust Doctrine. Termination.This permit is not a property right.It is a temporary authorization,revocable by the state with or without cause. Preference Right.No preference right for long tenn use or conveyance of the land is granted or implied by the issuance of this authorization. Assignment.This permit is not transferable and cannot be assigned or subleased,in whale or in part,to another party.It is issued to authorize specific activities requested by the permittes that are not included in the category of "generally permitted (allowed)uses."(//AAC 96.010 - .020) Other Authorizations.This permit does not eliminate the need to obtain other necessary authorizations from federal,state and local agencies and affected private entities. Change of Address.Any change of address must be submitted in writing to the office of responsibility. Amendments.The permittee must have the prior written approval of the appropriate regional office of the Division of Mining,Land and Water to use short-term portable camps in areas other than those specified in this authorization. Permlt Fees:Pursuant to 11 AAC 05.010(e)(3)(C)(i -iii),this permit is subject to:(a)a permit fee of:$500 for a permit authorizing shortterm(portable)camp use for six rQPOtehy PB rmit authorizing short term (portable)camp use for up to 12itPaySTATERUSNESTNGrstdayofthefirstmonthidentifiedonPage1.months within a calendar year. Page 3 of 4 (b)a Visitor Day fee.This permit will be subject to a $2.00/day "Visitor Day”fee for each client present (at a pennitied camp)at any time during a calendar day authorized under this permit.Visitor Day fees will be due within the thirty (30)day period following the end of theauthorizedtermofusecoveredunderthepermit Definition of Visitor Day (11 AAC 96.250(18)):"Visitor Day”means ail or any part of a calendar day which a commercial recreation client ispresent,with each client representing a separate visitor day if multiple clients are present at any time during a calendar day. Penalty for Late Payment of the annual permit fee:The greater of either the fee specified in 11 AAC 05.010 or interest at the rate set by AS 45.45.010 will be assessed on past due accounts until the payment is received by the State ofAlaska. ©Returned Check Penalty:A returned check fee as provided in 11 AAC 05.010 will be assessed for any check on which the bank refuses payment. Failure to Pay:Failure to pay either the annual permit fee and/or visitor day fees when due is a defau!t of the terms and condition of this permit.Failure to pay fees subjects this permit to termination. The non-receipt of a courtesy billing notice does not relieve the permittee from the responsibility of paying fees on or before the due date, 27)Registration of Commercial Recreation "Day Use”Activities:Prior to beginning seasonal operations covered under this permit,the permittee shall register commercial recreation "day use”activities in accordance with 11 AAC 96.018.Registration may be completed on lineatwww.dor.state.ak.us/miw/commrec or at one of the DNR public information offices.For more information cail 269-8400 or email PiC@dnr.stete.ak.us. i Violatio he Permi delines:Pursuant to 11 AAC 96.145,a person who violates a provision of apermitissuedunderthischapter(17 AAC 96)is subject to any action available to the department for enforcement and remedies,_including revocation of the permit,civil action for forcible entry and detainer,ejectment,trespass,damages,and associated costs,or arrest and prosecution for criminal trespass in the second degree,The department may seek damages available under a civilaction,including restoration damages,compensatory damages,and treble damages under AS 09.45.730 or 09.45.735 for violations involving injuring or removing trees or shrubs,gathering geotechnical data,or taking mineral resources. (b)If a person responsible for an unremedied violation of 11 AAC 96 or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter (11 AAC 96)applies for a new authorization from the department under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850,the department may require the applicant to remedy the violation as a condition of the new authorization,or to begin remediation and provide security under 11 AAC 96.060 to complete the remediation before receiving the new authorization.If a person who applies for a new authorization under AS 38.05.035 or 38.05.850 has previously been responsible for a violation of this chapter or a provision of a permit issued under this chapter,whether remedied or unremedied,that resulted in substantial damage to the environment or to the public,the department will consider that violation in determining the amount of the security to be furnished under 11 AAC 96.060 and may require the applicant to furnish three times the security that would otherwise be required, The Regional Manager reserves the right to modify the stipulations attached and made a part of this permit or attach additional stipulations when deemed necessary.The permittee will be advised before any such modifications or additions are finalized.Any correspondence on this permit may be directed to the appropriate regional land office. {]Northern Region {]Southcentral Region (J Southeast Region 3700 Airport Way 550 W.7*Ave,Suite 900C 400 Willoughby Fairbanks,AK 99709-4699 Anchorage,AK 99501-3577 PO Box 111020 (907)451-2740 (907)269-8503 Juneau,AK 99811-1020 (907)465-3400 This form must be filled out completely and submitted with the applicable fees.Failure to do so will result in a delay in processing your permit.AS 38.05.035(a)authorizes the director to decide what information is needed to process a request for the sale or use of state tand and resources.This informationismadepartofthestatepubliclandrecordsandbecomespublicinformationunderAS09.25.110 and 09.25.120 (unless the information qualifies for confidentiality under AS38.05.035(a)(9)and confidentiality is requested).Public information is open to inspection by you or any member of the public.A person who is the subject of the information may challenge its accuracy and completeness under AS 44.99.310,by giving a written description of the challeaged information,the changes that need tobecorrected,and a name and address where the person can be contacted.False statements made in a request for a benefit are punishableunderAS 11.56.210. Commercial Recreation Permit -102-4040A (Rev.05/07)Page 4 of 4 trae <a teas y 8 ad BS 4.aa me a "re 'set : :Sah aes.ina es Tyee Ae te tS Are Naty, yo MS i chen Sole SeeaRES BOGag.Bernasapni,Satoe ane aE ed,Meat cryeeSkBaetenaBieoeBeereteettS6thRS, Legend b= € MES ENcrany AUIHORITY Flew Arrow©Project River Mile (Small Black Dots =PRM Tenths)a 0 1,000 FDA Sampie Segment Downstream Endpoint emeuem instream Flow Focus Area (Upper and Lower Extent) Orthophoto Source:2014 Matanuska-Susitna Borough LIDAR &Imegery Project Paeees Feat Proequnt Alaska Atorrs NAD 1883CroreCreated7/1 472019NanAuthorF2-Josttie ZabintneyFileMapFA_POA_MR_FiedsrxdSESESw.QU TAIN REW Saad Commercial Recreation Permit LAS 29452 Special Stipulation: Indemnification:This supersedes Stipulation #16 on Standard CRP Stipulations List In connection with entry on or use of assigned lands,subject to the limitations and provisions of AS 09.50.250-.270 and AS 37.05.170,the Assignee shall ensure that its contractors and subcontractors shall indemnify,save harmless,and defend the State,its agents and its employees from any and all claims or actions for injuries or damages sustained by any person or property arising directly or indirectly from construction or the contractor's performance of the contract,except when the proximate cause of the injury or damage is the State's sole negligence. MSB Matanuska-Susitna Borough Community Development Department Land and Resource Management Division 350 East Dahlia Avenue *Palmer,AK 99645 Phone (907)745-9869 ©Fax (907)745-9635 LAND USE PERMIT AMENDMENT NO.3 MSB006727 The PERMIT AGREEMENT ("Permit”)made between the Matanuska-Susitna Borough ("Borough”)as Permittor and does hereby permit Alaska Energy Authority,heretnafier called the "PERMITTEE",whose address is 813 West Northern Lights Boulevard,Anchorage,Alaska, 99503,the use of borough-owned land,subject to the following terms and conditions,pursuant to Stipulation 3,Activities,as outlined in the original permit in effect through June 30,2013. Permittee has requested a permit extension under Section 6,permit term. SECTION 6.PERMIT TERM.The permit is valid,without public notice,based on the authority of Borough Manager provided in MSB 23.10.100.Amendment No.3 becomes effective on the date of expiration of the prior permit term of June 30,2014,and will remain effective through June 30,2015. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged and in full force and effect. Facsimile or scanned notarized signature is acceptable in acknowledgement of this amendment and will be considered as an original signature. IN WITNESS,WHEREOF,the parties hereto have set their hands the day stated in the acknowledgements on Pages 2 and 3 of this document. MSB006727 .Page |of3 unl4WaKkDate Susitna-Watana Project Manager STATE OF ALASKA ) )ss. Third Judicial District ) On dub Yy \,2014,Wayne Dyok personally appeared before me, %_whois personallyknowntomewhoseidentityIprovedonthebesis of whose identity I proved on the oath/affirmation of _,a credible witness and acknowledged before me that he signed the permit amendment for the purposes stated therein. BIER Mon WhatFaNOTAR,2 Notary Public for State of Alaska sis?3 My commission expires:_U2 4ho4°,PUBLIC .§ANSon wirdwineonsee MSH0106727 Page 2 of 3 MATANUSKA-SUSITNA BOROUGH: ee a So -oy <mA "7.4 .{4 E DateJohnM.Moosey .aBoroughManager " STATE OF ALASKA ) )ssThirdJudicialDistrictueOn-_WNulu ,2014,John M.Moosey,Manager of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough,who ts-personally known to me,appeared and acknowledged before me that he signed the permit amendment on behalf of the municipal corporation. x soonereseer Cinicial Seal Notary Public for State of Alaskai2MyCommissionExpires:QROri120.20V'- MSB006727 Page 3 of 3 Ahtna CO FAMILY No.*ic}Issue Date:PP a byte First Name:Expiration Date:7 ety Last Name:Ma wbe Fone Boiberd ;Unit Price:$___{ery oon, Address:Spa ad Neeley La side Wh |Ccash a aes wae DyEredit Card CI)Check # Home #:Cl Po.# CellWork #:_Oc}pip ty Issued by:_/2. Description of Land Use:ts ort Silas Vehicle License #:Drivers License:State/# ¢e*LAND-USE PERMIT eee raCTCANTWELL (1 COPPER CENTER (MENTASTA (J CHISTOCHINA (1 GAKONA C1 TAZLINA CJ CHITINA [1]GULKANA (1 REGIONAL LAND Ao he oct te He +TERMS &CONDITIONS ¢+¢ 1.Permithoatder agrees to indemnify and hold Ahtna Inc.and its subsidiaries harmless from any and all liability created by the permit holder by virtye 0of ihe |issuance of this permit.an ty2.Permit holder'agrees Frnot to leave any refuse or other material on Ahtna lands or to discharge same Into any water body.Permit holder further agrees not to disturb the natural habitatin any way. Permit holder acknowledges the ownership of the lands subject to this permit by Ahtna Inc. This permit is the property of Ahtna Inc.and must be surrendered to Ahtna Inc.upon its request. This permit is void unless signed and dated by an authorized agent of Ahtna Inc.and applicant. Camping and campfires are allowed in designated areas.Campfires are allowed with the Camping Permit with the stipulations that land will be cleared to mineral soil to a minimum of 2 feet in diameter,campfires are not allowed on mossy or organic soils,fuel is limited to down and dead wood,and fires will be completely extinguised before vacating the area.The permit holder assumes full responsibility for the result of any fires they start. 7.All motorized vehicles are restricted to specified trails.Tresspassers will be prosecuted.aonfwSpecial Instructions: *REPORT ALL TRESPASSERS TO AHTNA,INC.REGIONAL OFFICE 907-822-3476 'ut 7 oy re , eas SeAPPLICANTSIGNATURE:02,2 he DATE:_*i menace AHTNA OFFICIAL:|.2s a'4 .tyDATE:">i 2 is PERMIT TYPE:(C7 INDIVIDUAL CJ FAMILY OpayusE kere No.{27-2 Issue Date:Pons |iG First Name:Expiration Date:ee i):ied Last Name:ASO Bed ye py,Unit Price:$es: Address:She te!Rho rie cil his higd 0 cash Aub Ae sey [Credit Card |Cl check# Home #:CO)po.# CellWork #2 ES Issued by;22 Description of Land Use:Soothe dt pete Oy bap : Vehicle License #:Drivers License:State/# eee LAND-USE PERMIT ++ EY CANTWELL C]COPPER CENTER [MENTASTA C]CHISTOCHINA [1]GAKONA (J TAZLINA (1 CHITINA []GULKANA []REGIONAL LAND AeA Coa dg ue lege ft ¢*¢TERMS &CONDITIONS «++1.bermit-holder agrees to'indemnity and hold Ahtna Inc.and its subsidiaries harmless from any and all liability createdbythepermitholderbyvirtueoftheissuanceofthispermit.iz2.Permit holder agrees hot 'to Save Say refuse or other material on Ahtna lands or to discharge same into any water body.Permit holder further agrees not to disturb the natural habitatin any way. Permit holder acknowledges the ownership of the lands subject to this permit by Ahtna Inc. This permit is the property of Ahtna Inc.and must be surrendered to Ahtna Inc.upon its request. This permit is void unless signed and dated by an authorized agent of Ahtna Inc.and applicant. Camping and campfires are allowed in designated areas.Campfires are allowed with the Camping Permit with the stipulations that land will be cleared to mineral soil to a minimum of 2 feet in diameter,campfires are not allowed on mossy or organic soils,fuel is limited to down and dead wood,and fires will be completely extinguised before vacating the area.The permit holder assumes full responsibility for the result of any fires they start. 7.Ali motorized vehicles are restricted to specifiied trails.Tresspassers will be®prosecuted.oonkwwf4Specialinstructions:Mi oy dilef Lb Eeae:#8 *REPORT ALL TRESPASSERS TO AHTNA,INC.REGIONAL OFFICE 907-822-3476 bores r yiAPPLICANTSIGNATURE:=.'2¢°t\oa te Fe DATE:_iz i ;"tT -|oO #.1 ;AHTNA OFFICIAL:(3 ):-3.0 ye te DATE:_'3 ft/s Oase Sedel.Vuatin PERMIT TYPE:C1 INDIVIDUAL |CO FAMILY Opavuse ff No.(2007 Issue Date:i"fr First Name:Expiration Date:F 2 f 7 é fit Last Name:Pibito beep Plt te Unit Price:$22NAddress:eid they ee Pais he DO cash Aah PLE tp Ss EX credit Card C)Check# Home #:CO Po.# CellWork #2 fe _Issued by:_!=> Description of Land Use:tees Pon.dle,Leb aye pata id Vehicle License #:Drivers License:State/# ¢¢¢LAND-USE PERMIT +¢¢ [CANTWELL CJ]COPPER CENTER [J MENTASTA [1]CHISTOCHINA [1 GAKONA (TAZLINA [)CHITINA (CO GULKANA []REGIONAL LAND AEB cc tyar ey we ¢o*TERMS &CONDITIONS e+1."onmithelger agrees to indemnify and hold Ahtna Inc.and its subsidiaries harmless from any and all liability createdbythepermitholderbyvirtue.of theissuance of this permit.2.Permit holder iagrees not to (rave any refuse or other materia!on Ahtna lands or to discharge same into any waterbody.Permit holder further agrees not to disturb the natural habitatin any way. Permit holder acknowledges the ownership of the lands subject to this permit by Ahtna inc. This permit is the property of Ahtna Inc.and must be surrendered to Ahtna Inc.upon its request. This permit is void unless signed and dated by an authorized agent of Ahtna Inc.and applicant. Camping and campfires are allowed in designated areas.Campfires are allowed with the Camping Permit with the stipulations that land will be cleared to mineral soil to a minimum of 2 feet in diameter,campfires are not allowed on mossy or organic soils,fuel is limited te down and dead wood,and fires will be completely extinguised before vacating the area.The permit holder assumes full responsibility for the result of any fires they start. 7.All motorized vehicles are restricted to specified trails.Tresspassers will be prosecuted.aarpwSpecial Instructions: *REPORT ALL TRESPASSERS TO AHTNA,INC,REGIONAL OFFICE 907-822-3476 '--#APPLICANT SIGNATURE:tee L Peopeg (Pa.ahve foe.DATE:iii 34+:i bi \:-2 La:;AHTNA OFFICIAL:ar SL eT DATE:fs Rekat hi Oe, PERMIT TYPE:(J INDIVIDUAL C]FAMILY Cpavuse fetQiww:c No,2 Issue Date:eb is First Name:Expiration Date: i LastName:ft!bbe eee Buide is,Unit Price:$__= Address:Arad bbs thee Lae bkts biel DO cash Mesh Ae eis 4 [Credit Card OO Check # Home #:CO po.# CelWork #1 issued by;"7! Description of Land Use:i te BAtats = Vehicle License #:Drivers License:State/# «e+LAND-USE PERMIT eee [eT CANTWELL C1)COPPER CENTER (1 MENTASTA (1)CHISTOCHINA [J GAKONA CO TAZLINA [J CHITINA [1 GULKANA [7]REGIONAL LAND et ya tecatu stay pe #¢¢TERMS &CONDITIONS¢+¢1.Permit-hoider agrees to indemnify and hold Ahtna Inc.and its subsidiaries harmless from any and all liability createdbytheapermitholderbyvirtueoftthejIssuanceofthispermit.2.Per i holder 2agrees notttleave''any refuse or other material on Ahtna lands or to discharge same into any waterbody.Permit holder further agrees not to disturb the natural habitatin any way. Permit holder acknowledges the ownership of the lands subject to this permit by Ahtna inc. This permit is the property of Ahtna Inc.and must be surrendered to Ahtna Inc.upon its request. This permit is void unless signed and dated by an authorized agent of Ahtna Inc.and applicant. Camping and campfires are allowed in designated areas.Campfires are allowed with the Camping Permit with the stipulations that land will be cleared to mineral soil to a minimum of 2 feet in diameter,campfires are not allowed on mossy or organic soils,fuel is limited to down and dead wood,and fires will be completely extinguised before vacating the area.The permit holder assumes full responsibility for the result of any fires they start. 7.All motorized vehicles are restricted to specified trails.Tresspassers will be prosecuted.aakoSpecial Instructions: *REPORT ALL TRESPASSERS TO AHTNA,INC.REGIONAL OFFICE 907-822-3476 j : 'y eanAPPLICANTSIGNATURE:os er DATE. AHTNA OFFICIAL:_'ao DATE:}!i /is; tatTED. k J a ea : =Mi Ly rong es PERMIT TYPE:[1 INDIVIDUAL C FAMILY Olpayuse fete 4 No.et Issue Date:ts First Name:Expiration Date: Last Name:oe ey Re mene ee _Unit Price:$ Address:oti te py et Lt Dash ich.eee {J Credit Card C)Check# Home #:CO)po.# Cell/Work #0 Issued by: Description of Land Use:ee ee ee Vehicle License #:Drivers License:State/# ¢**LAND-USE PERMIT oe [J CANTWELL []COPPER CENTER (J MENTASTA OO CHISTOCHINA CJ GAKONA C TAZLINA CD CHITINA []GULKANA CF REGIONAL LAND oarw7. Special Instructions: *¢¢TERMS &CONDITIONS ¢+¢Na Lt,4..Permit holder agrees fo indemnify and hold Ahtna Inc.and its subsidiaries harmless from any and ail liability createdbythepermitholderbyvirtueoftheissuanceofthispermit.Permit holder agrees not to leave any refuse or other material on Ahtna lands or to discharge same into any waterbody.Permit holder further agrees not to disturb the natural habitat in any way. Permit holder acknowledges the ownership of the lands subject to this permit by Ahtna Inc. This permit is the property of Ahtna Inc.and must be surrendered to Ahtna Inc.upon its request. This permit is void unless signed and dated by an authorized agent of Ahtna Inc.and applicant. Camping and campfires are allowed in designated areas.Campfires are allowed with the Camping Permit with the stipulations that land will be cleared to mineral soil to a minimum of 2 feet in diameter,campfires are not allowed on mossy or organic soils,fuel is limited to down and dead wood,and fires will be completely extinguised before vacating the area.The permit holder assumes full responsibility for the result of any fires they start. All motorized vehicles are restricted to specified trails.Tresspassers will be prosecuted. *REPORT ALL TRESPASSERS TO AHTNA,INC.REGIONAL OFFICE 907-822-3476 APPLICANT SIGNATURE:__-.Soe,DATE:_' AHTNA OFFICIAL:oo DATE: 7” irda visbian-tear on. eeAO PERMIT TYPE:(Commericat C1 Private (1 Shareholder No.2 itsea Issue Date:ae First Name:Pose ed Expiration Date:et Last Name:ope Administration Fee:5 : Company:po fh ,Expedited/SpecialAddress:pote perl ik ef Projects Fee:$ Soe te Ass Land Access Fee:$ Home #:-Cell#Unit Price:$ Work#:t¢.42 de -Fy s TOTAL PRICE:$ Description of Land Use:_in ot ty ey Vehicle Lic.#(State):_PO.#U1 cash D1 Check# D.L.#:issued by: 00000 00040000006000000000000 RESOURCE-USE PERMIT eoececoroocoesoeooveseeseree RESOURCES: (Sand/Gravel/Fill Material (J Firewood CJ House Logs Quanity Quanity Quanity Soocoseveooooooososoososoooseoos LAND-USE PERMIT eeoeroseeeseoooeseocesoeoeseres ACCESS FOR: (]COPPER CENTER CJ TAZLINA [1]GULKANA ()GAKONA :L}CHISTOCHINA []MENTASTA Gt CANTWELL CO REGIONAL LAND (1 CHITNA [1]Parking C]Land Crossing (Camping CJ Hunting CJ Trapping CJ Fishing SPHSHSSSHSSSHSHHHHSHHHSHSHHHSHOHEHHHHHHHHHHHHOSHHHHHHEHHHHHHHHHEHHHEHEHHHESOHHHHHHOHOHDVE 1.Permit holder agrees to indemnify and hold Ahtna,Inc.and its subsidiaries harmless from any and all liability created by the permit holder by virtue of the issuance of this permit. 2.Permit holder agrees not to leave any refuse or other material on Ahtna lands or to discharge same into any water body.Permit holder further agrees not to disturb the natural habitat in any way. 3.Permit holder acknowledges the ownership of the lands subject to this permit by Ahtna,Inc. 4.This permit is the property of Ahtna,Inc.and must be surrendered to Ahtna,Inc.upon its request. 5.This permit is void unless signed and dated by an authorized agent of Ahtna,Inc.and applicant. 6.Campfires are allowed with the Camping Permit with the stipulations that land will be cleared to mineral soil to a minimum of 2 feet in diameter,campfires are not permitted on mossy or organic soils,fuel is limited to down and dead wood,and fires will be completely extinguised before vacating the area.The permit holder assumes full responsibility for the result of any fires they start. 7.Written report of studies required.(J Yes CI No 8.All motorized vehicles are restricted to specified trails.Tresspassers will be prosecuted. 9.Special Instructions: *REPORT ALL TRESPASSERS TO AHTNA,INC.REGIONAL OFFICE 822-3476 APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE:=tee tt ; :DATE: AHTNA OFFICIAL:eee DATE: ARRC UAS\aned copy ARRC Contract No.9963 ENTRY PERMIT THIS AGREEMENT is made on the day executed by the last signatory hereto,byandbetweentheALASKARAILROADCORPORATION,a public corporation created byAS42.40 ("ARRC”),whose address is P.O.Box 107500,Anchorage,Alaska 99510- 7500,and TETRA TECH,INC.("Permittee”),whose address is 310 K Street,Suite 200,Anchorage,Alaska 99501. 1.Use by Permittee:ARRC hereby grants to Permittee the right,permission and authority to enter upon ARRC''s property and right-of-way in the vicinity of Deadhorse Creek,approximate ARRC Milepost 248.70,("Permit Area”)for the sole and limited purpose of conducting geomorphology studies in conjunction with the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project as further described in the Permit Application dated May 30,2014,and attached description:Fish Studies Field Work on Alaska Railroad Corporation Land (Pages 1-3)and shown in the "Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Plan of Operation”drawings updated June 3,2014,attached as "Exhibit A',to be effective Auqust 29,2014.In the event Permittee desires to conduct any activity within twenty (20)feet of the centerline of the ARRC tracks other than normal operation of a vehicle within a public roadway,it shall arrange with the ARRC for flag protection and otherwise comply with the requirements of the Standard Specifications referred to in Section 6 below. 2.No_Interest or Title:This Permit does not create for the Permittee anyinterestinortitletothepropertyincludedwithinthePermitArea.This Permit does not affect in any way ARRC's rights in the Permit Area,including but not limited to the rights of ARRC,its successors,assigns,permittees and licensees to use the Permit Area for any purpose whatsoever. 3.Permit Term:Upon the completion of the geomorphology studies and related activities,or by November 1,2014,whichever first occurs,all rights and obligations arising under this Permit shall terminate and cease,except for (i)obligations imposed on Permittee by section 4 of this Permit;and (ii)the release,indemnity,defense and hold harmless obligations imposed by section 5 of this Permit.Any continued entry upon or use of the Permit Area by the Permittee after the expiration of the original term of this Permit,absent prior ARRC approval,shall be under the same terms and conditions as those contained in the Permit.ARRC reserves the absolute right to terminate this Permit for any reason upon thirty (30)days'notice to the Permittee. 4,Permittee's Duties Upon Termination:_Upon expiration or other termination of this Permit,Permittee shall complete the following tasks at its expense and as soon as reasonably possible: (a)Replace or repair,to the satisfaction of ARRC,all permanent structures existing within the Permit Area at the date of execution of this Permit which 327 W.Ship Creek Avenue }MAILING ADORESS |TEL 907.265.2300 FAX 907.265.2416 Anchorage,Alaska 99501 P.O.Box 107500 Anchorage,Alaska,99510-7500 AlaskaRailroad.com are removed or damaged by Permittee during the Permit Term,including any holdover following the original term of the Permit. (b)Remove from the Permit Area any debris and waste materials arising from Permittee's entry upon or use of the Permit Area. (c)Restore the Permit Area as nearly as possible to its condition as of the date of execution of this Permit. The obligations imposed by this section 4 shall survive the expiration or other termination of the Permit. 5.Liability;Indemnification:Except as otherwise stated in this section, Permittee shall be liable for and agrees to release,indemnify,defend and hold harmless ARRC,its employees,officers and representatives from and against any and all losses and all claims,demands,payments,suits,actions,liabilities,damages,recoveries, costs,and legal expenses (including,but not limited to,reasonable attorneys'fees), made,brought or recovered against ARRC by Permittee,its agents,contractors, subcontractors,employees,invitees or customers,resulting directly or indirectly from or connected with (i)this Permit;(ii)Permittee's entry upon or use of the Permit Area;(iii) Permittee's entry upon or use of other ARRC property;(iv)any act,error or omission by Permittee,its agents,contractors,subcontractors,employees,invitees or customers related in any manner to this Permit or activities hereunder;or (v)any failure of the Permittee to comply with all applicable laws,ordinances,rules,regulations,guidelines, or other requirements imposed by any government entity now or hereafter in effect,in connection with the performance of this Permit by Permittee.The provisions contained in this Section 5 shall not be given effect if the active negligence of ARRC or its employees is the sole proximate cause of any injury or damage done to the party asserting the claim.Permittee shall give ARRC reasonable notice of any such claims or actions.Permittee shall use legal counsel reasonably acceptable to ARRC in carrying out its defense obligations under this section.Permittee's agreement to the release, indemnity and hold harmless obligations in this Section 5 is one of the considerations upon which this Permit is granted. 6.Compliance With Standard Specifications:Permittee will comply with all of the provisions of the Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property in effect on the date any work is undertaken,and shall make itself aware of such provisions and any revisions thereof during the term of this Permit.A copy of such standard specifications is attached hereto as "Exhibit B”.If any term of this Permit conflicts with any provision in the Standard Specifications,the terms of this Permit shall control. 7.Consideration:As consideration for this right of entry,Permittee shall pay Two Hundred Dollars and no/100 ($200.00)(one-time fee)in advance to the ARRC. 8.Captions.The captions of the articles and paragraphs hereof are for convenience only,are not an operative part hereof,and neither limit nor amplify in any way the provisions hereof. 9.Special Conditions. (a)All work and access to ARRC property must be coordinated with Don Worthley,ARRC Project Manager,at (907)265-2635. ARRC Contract No.9949 Entry Permit R2 Resource Consultants,Inc.Page 2 of 3 (b)Permittee shall provide ARRC with a copy of the report generated specific to the finding associated with Deadhorse Creek. (c)All flagging,stakes or other markers used by Permittee must be removed from the ARRC right-of-way upon completion of the study. (d)No access to the ARRC trestle over the creek is allowed. ALASKA RAILROAD CORPORATION Dated:By: Karen J.Morrissey Director,Real Estate TETRA TECH,INC. Dated:By: (Please SIGN Here) (Please PRINT Name) (Please PRINT Title) Attachments: v_Exhibit A -Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Geomorphology Studies Field Work on Alaska Corporation Land,3 pages ¥_Exhibit B -Standard Specifications,Rev.08/14 (Rev.5/2011] ARRC Contract No.9949 Entry Permit R2 Resource Consultants,Inc.Page 3 of 3 Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Geomorphology Studies Field Work on Alaska Railroad Corporation Land Overview Tetra Tech is contracted to Alaska Energy Authority (AEA)to assist with geomorphology in support of a License Application that will be submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)for the Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project (Project).These baseline studies were described in the Revised Study Plan (RSP)submitted to and accepted by the FERC.The study team requires access to lands owned by the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC)in order to obtain data.This document provides details on the work proposed on ARRC lands. Study Details The geomorphology study would occur on Deadhorse Creek (SO29NO04W Section 10).The confluence of this creek is between track miles 248 and 249. Tetra Tech proposes to access the creek from our company owned boat.The boat will land near the mouth of the creek at the confluence with the Susitna River and crews will walk up the channel and or banks of the channel.Crews will cross under the railroad tracks at the trestle crossing of the creek. A crew of 3 to 4 people will conduct cross section surveys across the centerline of the creek.Cross sections will be field located to represent geomorphic and hydraulic conditions and will be located outside of the 100 ft set back from the center line of the railroad tracks. The length of the channel upstream of the railroad 100 foot offset shown in green on Figure 1 (approximately 3,000 ft)indicates the potential area in which the study reach will be field located.The location will be based on on-site observations made by the crew chief.Only a portion of the green area will be studied,approximately 500 to 1000 ft.Cross sections (6 to 8 total)will be surveyed by using wooden hubs or rebar to mark endpoints on the top of the banks.A tripod and level will be used in conjunction with a stadia rod to measure elevations from the top of the left bank to the top of the right bank. Table 1.ARRC Crossing Information ::Number of Times |Number of Days Number ofCrossingLocationCrossingperDaatSitePersonsin BP y the Crew Deadhorse Creek (will cross under trestle 2to4 1to2 3t04bridgeandnotover the tracks) Additionally,bed material will be sampled within the study reach to determine sediment characteristics. No work will take place within the 100 feet offset from the center of the railroad tracks.This portion of the creek will only be traversed to access the study reach which will be located upstream of the 100 feet EXHIBIT A Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Geomorphology Studies Field Work on Alaska Railroad Corporation Land Page 2 offset.Field crews will cross under the railroad on foot,as the crossing on Deadhorse Creek is a trestle bridge. The crew will need to cross under the tracks between 2 to 4 times each day for 1 to 2 days.The field crew will spend approximately 8 hours each day performing the surveys and sampling. Surface Characterization Surface material will be characterized by performing pebble counts.This effort entails laying a measuring tape along transect in the direction of flow at point-bars,and gravel bars on Deadhorse Creek.The sample transect will be walked and bed material will be picked up at random and measured using a gravelometer.No material is being collected to support this activity.Approximately 4 to 6 pebble counts will be performed. Sub-surface Sampling Subsurface bed material samples will be evaluated to characterize the gradation of the sediments. Subsurface material is sampled by first removing the top armor layer and then extracting approximately 400 Ibs of sample of material using a pick and shovel.The material is put through a series of sieves and weighed in the field.A representative portion of the material which passes through the smallest sieve opening of 16 mm is placed in a sample bag (typically a canvas polymer bag or plastic bag),zip tied and taken to an offsite laboratory for further testing.Sample sites are typically along exposed gravel bars. The excavated hole is filled back in with native material.Between 1 to 2 subsurface locations will be sampled. Susitna-Watana Hydroelectric Project Geomorphology Studies Field Work on Alaska Railroad Corporation Land Page2 Te OR,ee ate.ted pe ooh heaf.xn q .FB 10 ra sett 4 i oe HES,th'edt yaflVenepeLETareePRMDLESeS_.ga.yuert : ei exons Deadhorse Creek Centerline omemenes NO work zone:100ft setback _Upper limit of field work TSF SOVigsaeriTprs Re iA €4".+gpate,*yo:<9ae2:+a4Figure 1..Deadhorse Creek Study Area Section 1. Section 2. Section 3. Section 4. Section 5. _Section 6. Section 7. Section 8. Section 9. Section 10. Section 11. Section 12. Section 13. Section 14. Section 15. Section 16. Section 17. Section 18. Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Definition of Terms General Requirements Safety Requirements Insurance Requirements Notice Flag Protection and Protection of ARRC Traffic Train Delays Protection of ARRC Communication Lines Road Crossings Power and Communication Lines Underground Utilities Open Trenching Excavations ARRC Inspectors Use of Explosives Snow Removal Clean-up Indemnity Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property (Rev.08/14) Page 1 of 12 SECTION 1.DEFINITION OF TERMS ARRG ARRC Property Chief Engineer Contractor Director,Real Estate Facility Telecommunications Supervisor Permittee/Contractor Track Work Track Materials Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc. Alaska Railroad Corporation,P.O.Box 107500, Anchorage,AK 99510-7500. all lands owned or withdrawn for the use of the ARRC,including the ARRC's track right-of-way and communications pole line right-of-way, the person employed by the ARRC as head of its Engineering Department or Branch,or his/her authorized representative. any agent of the Permittee,including Contractors or subcontractors employed to construct,reconstruct, operate and/or maintain the Facility.The term "Contractor"shall be synonymous with the term "Permittee"when the Permittee performs the construction,reconstruction,operation and/or maintenance of the Facility with its own personnel. the person authorized by the ARRC to execute contractual real estate agreements on behalf of the ARRC. any improvements owned by the Permittee/Contractor which are to be placed on ARRC_property in accordance with written permission executed by ARRC and Permittee. the person employed by the ARRC as head of its Signals and Telecommunications Department or Branch,or his/her authorized representative. the person,company or governmental agency to whom the right to enter upon ARRC Property was given in the form of written permit,easement or contract executed by the ARRC_and Permittee/Contractor. all work on the line from the top of subgrade to the top of rail,including geotextile,when required. all hardware,excluding signals and controllers, associated with the running of a railroad. Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property (Rev.08/14) Page 2 of 12 SECTION 2.GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 All construction,reconstruction,operation,and maintenance on ARRC Property shall be performed incompliance with these Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property,including all revisions thereto. Failure to comply with these Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property shall result in the demand of ARRC to suspend all work on ARRC Property. All work on or about ARRC Property shall be performed by experienced personnel in a safe and workmanlike manner in keeping with approved ARRC practices,and as specified herein.ARRC traffic and property shall be protected at all times. The safety and continuity of the operation of the traffic of ARRC shall be of first importance and shall be at all times protected and safeguarded.The Permittee/Contractor and its subcontractors shall be required to perform and arrange their work accordingly.Whenever,in the opinion of the Chief Engineer or his or her representatives,the work or its performance may affect or involve the safety of ARRC's facilities and/or operation of its railroad,the method of doing such work shall first be submitted by the Permittee/Contractor to the Chief Engineer for his/her approval,without which it shall not be commenced or prosecuted.The approval of the Chief Engineer,when given,shall not be considered as a release from responsibility or liability for any damage which ARRC may suffer,or for which it may be liable,as a result of the acts or omissions of the Permittee/Contractor,its subcontractors or employees. Whenever,in the opinion of the Chief Engineer,the construction may cause a hazard to the safe operation of ARRC,ARRC may,in its discretion,place at the site of the work the required number of qualified employees to protect its operations.The providing of such employees and such other precautions as may be taken shall not relieve the Permittee/Contractor and its subcontractors from liability for the payment of damages caused by their operations.ARRC shall be the sole judge of the necessity for,and as to the number and classification of employees required.The Permittee/Contractor shall reimburse ARRC for the cost and expense incurred in providing such employees. SECTION 3.SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 3.1 The safety of personnel,property,rail operations,and the public is of paramount importance in the prosecution of any work on ARRC Property.The Permittee/Contractor shall comply with all Federal,State and local governmental regulations (e.g.OSHA,NESC,etc.)applicable to the construction,installation, or maintenance of any Facility.As reinforcement and in furtherance of overall safety measures to be observed by Permittee/Contractor (and not by way of limitation),the following special safety rules shall be followed while working on ARRC Property.Further railroad safety information may be obtained from the ARRC Safety Office at 907-265-2440.Safety information is also available on the ARRC website at www.akrr.com. Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 3 of 12 (Rev.08/14) 3.2.ARRC flag protection is required before any activity can occur on or near a railroad operating facility such as a track,yard,bridge or shop building.For incidental work,such as surveying or inspection,an ARRC furnished flagman will provide a safety briefing prior to the commencement of the work For any activity involving a disturbance or potential disturbance to the track,track embankment, or any railroad facility,ARRC may require the Permittee/Contractor to submit a specific Railroad Safety Plan prior to startup.Projects which involve activities which cross the tracks or are longitudinal to the tracks will require a specific Railroad Safety Plan and a one hour ARRC provided training course for Permittee/Contractor's project supervisors prior to the initiation of work on ARRC Property.Specific information on Railroad Safety Plans may be obtained from the ARRC Safety Office at 907-265-2440. 3.3 The Permittee/Contractor shall arrange for ARRC flag protection when performing any work within 20 feet of any track.All work within 20 feet of the track shall cease when a train passes and all Permittee/Contractor employees shall maintain a distance of at least 20 feet from the track until the train has safely passed.In addition,any work that could come within 20 feet of the track will cease when a train passes.For example,crane or pile driving activities shall stop when trains pass when the maximum boom and suspended load radius can come within 20 feet of the tracks.Pile driving shall not be done when trains are passing the work site.Vehicles and other construction equipment shall not be operated or parked closer than 20 feet from any track without ARRC flag protection. 3.4 In the event Permittee/Contractor will be performing construction or other activities on or in close proximity to a railroad track,the Permittee/Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with applicable Federal Railroad Administration's Roadway Worker Protection ("RWP”)regulations (49 CFR 214,Subpart C)if its employees qualify as "Roadway Workers”'.Under 49 CFR 214, Subpart C,railroad contractors are responsible for the training of their employees on these regulations.All RWP related Work shall be conducted in strict compliance with the RWP safety standards set forth in 49 CFR 214,Subpart C and the Permittee/Contractor will be required to submit a Railroad Safety Pian to ARRC to demonstrate compliance with said safety standards prior to beginning any RWP related Work. 3.5 In the event Permittee/Contractor will be performing construction or other activities on a railroad bridge,the provisions of 49 CFR 214 regarding bridge worker safety shall apply.All bridge related work shall be conducted in strict compliance with the bridge worker safety standards set forth in 49 CFR 214 and the Permittee/Contractor will be required to submit a Railroad Safety Plan to ARRC to demonstrate compliance with said safety standards prior to beginning any bridge related work. 1 oA Roadway Worker is any employee of a railroad,or of a contractor to a railroad,whose dutiesincludeinspection,construction,maintenance,or repair of railroad track,bridges,roadway,signalandcommunicationsystems,electric traction systems,roadway facilities,or roadway machinery onorneartrackorwiththepotentialoffoulingatrack. Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 4 of 12 (Rev.08/14) SECTION 4.INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.1 The Permittee/Contractor shall procure and maintain at all times while performing work on ARRC Property,and be covered by the types of insurance with the minimum limits as specified in Section 4.4. 4.2 Each policy specified in Section 4.4 shall be:(1)endorsed to include ARRC as an additional insured with respect to the performance of the work;(2)endorsed with a waiver of subrogation rights in favor of ARRC;and (3)endorsed with the Alaska Suit Endorsement.Permittee shall be required to provide notice to ARRC of cancellation,non renewal,or cancellation of the required policy. 43 Prior to commencement of any work on ARRC_Property,the Permittee/Contractor,shall deliver to ARRC certificate(s)of insurance showing evidence of the insurance required in Section 4.4. 4.4 Alaska Railroad Corporation Minimum Insurance Requirements. a.Commercial General Liability insurance with limits not less than $5,000,000 per occurrence and $10,000,000 aggregate for Bodily Injury and Property Damage,including coverage for Premises and Operations Liability,Products and Completed Operations Liability,Contractual Liability,and Broad Form Property Damage Liability.Coverage shall not contain any exclusions for Explosion,Collapse,Underground,Rail Operations,or Work on Railroad Property. b.Automobile Liability insurance on all owned,non-owned,hired and rented vehicles with limits of liability of not less than $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit for Bodily tnjury and Property Damage per each accident or loss. c.Worker's Compensation insurance in accordance with the statutory coverages required by the State of Alaska and,where applicable, insurance in compliance with any other statutory obligations,whether State or Federal,pertaining to the compensation of injured employees assigned to the Work,including but not limited to Voluntary Compensation,Federal Longshoremen and Harbor Workers Act,and the Federal Employers Liability Act. d.If any part of the work to be performed on ARRC Property is located within one hundred feet (100')of a railroad track,then the Permittee/Contractor shall also obtain Railroad Protective Liability insurance (Alaska Railroad Corporation as named insured)with limits of liability of not less than $5,000,000 Combined Single Limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage per each accident or loss. SECTION 5.NOTICE 5.1 A pre-construction meeting shall be held with ARRC's Chief Engineer and representatives of the Permittee/Contractor and subcontractors prior to the commencement of any work on ARRC Property by the Permittee/Contractor or its subcontractors. Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 5 of 12 (Rev.08/14) 5.2 The Permittee/Contractor shall give written notice to the Chief Engineer not less than ten (10)days in advance of the commencement of any construction, reconstruction or major maintenance activity on ARRC Property,in order that the necessary arrangements may be made for the protection of ARRC's operations. This notice shall include a description of the proposed work on ARRC Property, schedule of work,and the names of any Permittee/Contractor's subcontractor who may also be working on ARRC Property. SECTION 6.FLAG PROTECTION AND PROTECTION OF ARRC TRAFFIC 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 Whenever ARRC flag protection is required,it will be provided by ARRC at Permittee/Contractors expense.ARRC flag protection is to insure the safe movement of trains and other rail traffic and shall be done in strict accordance with the ARRC rules on flagging.All flag protection must be scheduled prior to any work commencing within the ARRC right-of-way. ARRC will,during the progress of the work,utilize as many qualified flag people as in the opinion of the ARRC may be required for the adequate protection of ARRC traffic.All expense for providing such flagpersons shall be paid by the Permittee/Contractor to ARRC. The Permittee/Contractor shall arrange with ARRC to keep itself informed on the time of arrival of all trains and shall stop any of Permittee/Contractor's operations which might be or cause a hazard to the safe passage of the train past the site of the work from ten (10)minutes before the expected arrival of the train until it has safely passed. Track outages will only be approved in exceptional cases for limited durations. Prior to a proposed track outage,the Permittee/Contractor shall submit a closure plan to ARRC.The plan will describe the work to be accomplished,the equipment,manpower and other resources required,and the work schedule. Once approved by ARRC,the Permittee/Contractor shall follow the plan.ARRC reserves the right to assume control of the work to reestablish rail service if the schedule is not met.Permittee/Contractor shall bear all costs and damages which may result from failure to meet the closure schedule,in addition to the train delay charges provided for herein. SECTION 7.TRAIN DELAYS 7.1 7.2 All work on ARRC Property shail be conducted in such a manner as to prevent delays to trains or other rail traffic operated by ARRC. Should any of the Permittee/Contractor's or its subcontractor's actions or activities cause delays to trains or other rail or water traffic,the agreed amount of liquidated damages shall be at the following rates and shall be collected from the Permittee/Contractor by ARRC. Passenger trains each:$50 per minute of delay,60-minute minimum charge. All other rail traffic:50 per minute for each delay over five minutes,30-minute minimum charge. Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 6 of 12 (Rev.08/14) Rail barges,or other No charge for delays of one hour or less; $1,000 per hour Connecting Carrier Vessels:for each hour or any part of an hour thereafter with a minimum charge of $6,000. 7.3.Delay time will be taken from the train sheet in ARRC's Dispatcher's Office, Anchorage (907-265-2504)for all delays and such train sheet shall be the official document by which the length of time a train is delayed will be determined.if another crew is needed to relieve the original crew,the charge shall also apply to the second crew.If such delay causes a water carrier to miss a sailing,the liquidated damage computation of time covering the period of time to the next possible sailing time shall be in addition to the length of time determined by said train sheet. SECTION 8.PROTECTION OF COMMUNICATION LINES &FIBER OPTIC CABLE 8.1 All work on ARRC Property shall be conducted in such a manner as to protect ARRC's communication facilities at all times from outages resulting directly or indirectly from the Permittee/Contractor's or its subcontractor's operations. 8.2 Should any of the Permittee/Contractor or its subcontractors operations cause outages to said communications facilities,the agreed amount of liquidated damages shall be at the following rates and shall be collected from the Permittee/Contractor: Open wire communication circuits:$1.00 per minute per circuit Communication cable:$1.00 per minute per cable 8.3.A minimum charge of $250.00 will be made for each outage plus the total repair costs.The outage time shall be that as established by ARRC''s Test Board, Anchorage. 8.4 There shall be no equipment operated or excavation made within fifteen (15)feet of any ARRC communication pole guy,anchor,or other communications apparatus unless authorized in advance by the Telecommunications Supervisor. 8.5 Fiber optic cable systems are buried on ARRC''s ROW Property.Protection of the fiber optic cable systems is of extreme importance since any break could disrupt service to users resulting in business interruption and loss of revenue and profits. Contractor shall telephone the telecommunications company(ies)involved, arrange for a cable locator,and make arrangements for relocation or other protection of the fiber optic cable prior to beginning any work on ARRC's Property. SECTION 9.ROAD CROSSINGS 9.1 Whenever automatic railroad crossing signals are in the work area,these signals must remain in operating condition at all times.If,as a result of the Permittee/Contractors or subcontractor's activities the signals become inoperable,the crossing shall be continuously flag protected until the signals are again operable.See Section 6 for flagging specifications. Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 7 of 12 (Rev.08/14) 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 9.9 9.10 9.11 SECTION 10. 10.1 10.2 When regular railroad crossings are used as haul routes inside or outside the work area,flagpersons shall be provided by the Permittee/Contractor for said crossings in all situations at the discretion of the ARRC. Temporary road crossings may be installed provided the Permittee/Contractor has acquired from ARRC a temporary road crossing permit for said crossing.If the crossing is not shown on the project plans as approved by ARRC,then it will be at ARRC's sole discretion whether to allow a later-requested crossing. The temporary road crossing shall be constructed to the length and the standards specified in the temporary road crossing permit.All protective signs required by ARRC shall be provided and properly maintained by the Permittee/Contractor.The temporary road crossing shall be installed under ARRC flag protection in accordance with Section 6 of these specifications. The flange ways of all road crossings used by the Permittee/Contractor or its subcontractor as haul routes or temporary road crossings shall be kept clean and free of gravel at all times and shall otherwise be maintained to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer. When a temporary road crossing is in use,ARRC flag protection shall be provided at all times.See Section 6 for specifications. When a temporary or private road crossing is not in use,the Permittee/Contractor shall provide suitable barricades (gates with padlocks, posts driven into the ground,etc.)to prevent vehicular access to the crossing. When not in use during the winter season,the temporary road crossing shail!be removed.Upon completion of the work or termination of the crossing permit,the temporary crossing shall be removed and the area restored to its original condition. The Permittee/Contractor agrees that all others using the private road crossing, except ARRC and its employees,shall be considered agents of the Permittee/Contractor. Sight Triangles at road crossings shall be maintained by Permittee/Contractor free of vegetation and other obstructions to vision in accordance with the table entitled "Sight Triangle Distance”attached and as otherwise established and revised from time to time by ARRC. Temporary public road crossings must be included in a traffic contro!plan submitted by the Permittee/Contractor to Alaska Department of Transportation (ADOT)for review and approval prior to constructing the crossing. POWER AND COMMUNICATION LINES All power and communication lines shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the current edition of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC). Underground power and communication lines shall be installed in accordance with Section 11 of these specifications.Whenever an underground power or Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc..Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 8 of 12 (Rev.08/14) 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 10.7 SECTION 11. 11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.5 SECTION 12. 12.1 12.2 communication line crosses underneath a track,a casing pipe shall be installed for carrying such lines. The minimum clearance above the top of rail of ARRC track shall be in accordance with the handbook referenced in Section 11.1,plus six (6)inches to allow for future grade raises. The minimum clearance above ARRC communication lines shall be in accordance with the handbook referenced in Section 11.1. Additional lines may not be added,or the characteristics of the line(s)changed without the prior written approval of ARRC's Director,Real Estate or Chief Engineer. Wires shall be strung across ARRC tracks only when ARRC flag protection is provided in accordance with Section 6 of these specifications. No wires shall be strung across ARRC's communications lines without first receiving prior written approval from ARRC's Telecommunication Supervisor,and such work must be accomplished only at a time and in a manner prescribed by said Telecommunication Supervisor. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES All underground utilities,including culverts,pipelines,and underground power and communication lines,on ARRC Property shall conform to the current American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-way Association (AREMA) Manual for Railway Engineering. Unless another method is authorized in advance and in writing by the Chief Engineer,ail underground utilities shall be installed under tracks and roads by boring,jacking or tunneling. Boring,jacking or tunneling shall be done under ARRC tracks only when ARRC flag protection is provided in accordance with Section 6 of these specifications. The proposed plan for boring,jacking or tunneling shall be approved by the Chief Engineer prior to commencing the operation. All boring,jacking or tunneling headings shall be continuously protected against any loss of ground material by shoring and/or cribbing as necessary. OPEN TRENCHING Only when authorized in advance and in writing by ARRC shall any portion of the track be removed to allow trenching for installation of the Facility. If allowed to open trench,the track may be removed from service only at the time authorized by the Chief Engineer and shall be restored to service within the time period specified by the Chief Engineer.Should the track not be restored to service within the time period specified,the agreed amount of liquidated damages shall be at the rate specified in the written authorization allowing the open trenching or the liquidated damages in accordance with Section 7 of these Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 9 of 12 (Rev.08/14) 12.3 12.4 12.5 12.6 SECTION 13. 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 13.5 13.6 13.7 SECTION 14. 14.1 specifications,whichever is greater,and shall be collected from the Permittee/Contractor. All track work shall be accomplished by qualified track persons. Only that portion of the track structure necessary to excavate,stockpile and install the Facility shall be removed.All track material removed shall be handled, stockpiled and relayed in a manner to avoid damage.Any material which may be damaged shall be replaced by the Permittee/Contractor at its own expense. The backfill of the trench under the track and in the road bed prism shall be of the same type of material as taken out,except the top 2 feet shall be clean pit run gravel.Backfilling and compaction shall be in one-foot lifts with a compaction of 95%of maximum density in the area affecting the roadbed prism. The ballast used in replacing the track shall be equal in depth and quality as that which was removed.The track shall be relayed and brought to original grade in accordance with standard ARRC practices.The track shall be resurfaced as often as necessary for a period of 12 months after completion of construction to remove any settlement that may have occurred. EXCAVATIONS Unless authorized in advance and in writing by ARRC,the top of any excavation shall not be within 20 feet of the centerline of any track;nor shall any excavation exceed ten (10)feet in depth regardless of its proximity to track. No water shall be allowed to stand in open excavations in the track area. Bridging and shoring shall be adequate to safely carry ARRC traffic and the decision of the Chief Engineer pertaining to same shall be final. All open excavations shall be continuously protected by flags,flares,barricades or watchpersons,as directed by ARRC. No excavation shall be left open more than three days,unless authorized by the Chief Engineer. ARRC embankments and cut slopes shall not be disturbed any more than necessary to accommodate the construction and shall be left in a stabilized condition. ARRC ditches,culverts and roadways shall be kept clean and free of rock, gravel,construction debris and equipment at all times. ARRC INSPECTIONS ARRC may furnish an inspector during the periods of construction on ARRC Property.The ARRC inspector will inspect the removal and replacement of tracks,excavation,backfill,necessary bridging for tracks,shoring,flagging, lighting,clearances,etc.,when necessary.The ARRC inspector will work directly with the representative of the Permittee /Contractor and the decision of the ARRC inspector in matters pertaining to ARRC operations and safety shall be final.In the event more than one shift is worked,an ARRC inspector will be Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 10 of 12 (Rev.08/14) SECTION 15. 15.1 15.2 SECTION 16. 16.1 16.2 SECTION 17. 17.1 17.2 17.3 SECTION 18. 18.1 required for each shift.Presence or absence of an ARRC inspector shall not relieve the Permittee /Contractor of liability for damage done to property of ARRC,or the property of ARRC lessees or permittees having installations on ARRC Property.All ARRC cost and expense for furnishing said inspector(s) shall be collected from the Permittee /Contractor. USE OF EXPLOSIVES The use of explosives shall be done in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local laws and ordinances regarding same. No blasting of any kind will be permitted unless the Permittee/Contractor thoroughly safeguards the movement of trains and other rail traffic and personnel in the area where such blasting is being conducted.Before blasting,ARRC flag protection in accordance with Section 6 of these specifications shall be provided on each side of the blast area by the Permittee/Contractor.This flag protection shall not be removed until the track is inspected for damage from the blast. SNOW REMOVAL Snow removal operations shall be conducted in such a manner as to not place snow (1)upon the tracks of ARRC;(2)where it interferes with the normal operation of the automatic crossing signals;or (3)where it impairs the visibility of either highway or rail traffic at the crossing. Snow removal operations shall be conducted in accordance with Section 3 of these specifications. CLEAN-UP At all times,all work and activities on ARRC Property shall be accomplished in such a manner as to keep the ARRC Property in a neat,orderly and safe condition satisfactory to ARRC. Upon completion of Permittee/Contractor's work,all equipment and unused materials shall be removed and the ARRC Property shall be left in a neat and clean condition satisfactory to ARRC. Should the Permittee/Contractor or its subcontractor fail to comply with Section 17.1 and 17.2 above,ARRC may perform the required clean-up.All ARRC costs and expenses for performing this work shall be collected from the Permittee /Contractor. INDEMNITY To the extent not prohibited by applicable statute,Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless ARRC,its affiliates,and its and their officers,agents and employees (individually an "Indemnified Party”or collectively "Indemnified Parties")from and against any and all loss,damage,injury,death,liability,claim, demand,cost or expense (including,without limitation,attorney's,consultant's and expert's fees,and court costs),fine or penalty (collectively,"Loss")incurred by any person (including,without limitation,any Indemnified Party,Contractor,or any employee of Contractor or of any Indemnified Party)arising out of or in any Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 11 of 12 (Rev.08/14) 18.2 18.3 18.4 18.5 manner connected with (i)any work performed by Contractor,or (ii)any act or omission of Contractor,its officers,agents or employees,or (iii)any breach of this Agreement by Contractor. The right to indemnity under this Section 18 shall accrue upon occurrence of the event giving rise to the Loss,and shall apply regardless of any negligence or strict liability of any Indemnified Party,except where the Loss is caused by the sole active negligence of an Indemnified Party as established by the final judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction.The sole active negligence of any indemnified Party shall not bar the recovery of any other Indemnified Party. Contractor expressly and specifically assumes potential liability under this Section 18 for claims or actions brought by Contractor's own employees. Contractor waives any immunity it may have under worker's compensation or industrial insurance acts to indemnify the Indemnified Parties under this Section 18. No court or jury findings in any employee's suit pursuant to any worker's compensation act or the Federal Employers'Liability Act against Contractor may be relied upon or used by Contractor in any attempt to assert liability against any Indemnified Party. The provisions of this Section 18 shall survive the completion of any work performed by Contractor.In no event shall this Section 18 or any other provision herein be deemed to limit any liability Contractor may have to any Indemnified Party by statute or under common law. Contract No.9963 Tetra Tech,Inc.Exhibit B Standard Specifications for Work on Railroad Property Page 12 of 12 (Rev.08/14) DEC