Burcham and Wheeler Flats Wildlife Area, Exp. 2, WCB Project ID: 2020069
Summary
SCH Number
2021030014
Public Agency
California Wildlife Conservation Board
(WCB)
Document Title
Burcham and Wheeler Flats Wildlife Area, Exp. 2, WCB Project ID: 2020069
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/1/2021
Document Description
The project involves acquisition of approximately 160 acres for the protection of eastern Sierra mountain sagebrush scrub areas that provide important habitat for mule deer and the greater sage grouse.
Contact Information
Name
John P. Donnelly
Agency Name
Department of Fish and Wildlife, Wildlife Conservation Board
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Near Bridgeport
Counties
Mono
Parcel #
APN 006-120-007
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Statutory Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Public Resources Code 21080.28. Acquisition of an interest in Land by a Public Agency.
Reasons for Exemption
Project involves the acquisition of land for wildlife conservation purposes and the transfer of an ownership interest in land to preserve open space and habitat, including
plant or animal habitats.