In Making a Decision....

The District considers these factors:

• The effects on soil erosion and sedimentation, considering the methods available to complete the project and the nature and economics of the various alternatives.
• The effects of stream alteration.
• The effects on stream flow, turbidity, and water quality caused by materials used or by removal of ground cover
• The effects on fish and aquatic habitat.
• Whether there are modifications or alternative solutions that are reasonably practical that would reduce the disturbance to the stream and its environment and better accomplish the purpose of the project.
• Whether the proposed project will create harmful flooding or erosion problems upstream or downstream.