U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Categorical Exclusions (opens in new tab)Categorical Exclusion
B. Resource Management.
Exclusion Text
(3) The construction of new, or the addition of, small structures or improvements, including structures and improvements for the restoration of wetland, riparian, instream, or native habitats, which result in no or only minor changes in the use of the affected local area. The following are examples of activities that may be included. (a) The installation of fences. (b) The construction of small water control structures. (c) The planting of seeds or seedlings and other minor revegetation actions. (d) The construction of small berms or dikes. (e) The development of limited access for routine maintenance and management purposes.
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