CRAYFISH , MUSSEL , CANDY DARTER PROG AGRMNT W / USFWS

2026-11-03

CRAYFISH , MUSSEL , CANDY DARTER PROG AGRMNT W / USFWS . This work will consist of writing a Programmatic Agreement ( PA ) by utilizing data gathering and coordination to establish a streamlined process for handling routine environmental requirements regarding the Endangered Candy Darter and Diamond Darter , Threatened / Endangered / Proposed Freshwater Mussels , and Threatened / Endangered Crayfish for commonly encountered project types in West Virginia . The PA will be produced in accordance with the Section 7 Endangered Species Act and will focus on repetitive actions at the state level . To develop the PA , the Consultant will : Identify the general locations of future projects and the schedules for completion of the projects The Consultant will work with the WVDOH to identify and group project types and review upcoming WVDOH projects that are to be included in this Agreement . Identify areas where the Endangered Candy Darter and Diamond Darter , Threatened / Endangered Crayfish , Threatened / Endangered / Proposed Freshwater Mussels and their listed / proposed critical habitat are likely to be impacted by these future projects Identify recovery plans , biological studies , and biological opinions conducted within the geographic area of these projects in addition to data that the USFWS / WVDNR / WVDEP already have . In coordination with state and federal agencies including the USFWS , jointly develop general strategies for addressing species conservation needs Develop avoidance and minimization procedures , such as seasonal restrictions or erosion - control measures , to remove or reduce the risk of direct impacts to listed and proposed listed species and their critical habitat The Consultant shall assist the WVDOH in developing a process for users of the programmatic to determine when a project does not require the use of the programmatic , which projects qualify for use of the programmatic , and which fall outside the scope of the programmatic Develop methods to offset impacts to listed / proposed species and their listed / proposed critical habitat . The PA will then be submitted to the Engineering Division for review and distribution to other interested agencies . The purpose of this PA is to satisfy programmatic consultation requirements under Section 7 of the ESA and will be developed in conjunction with and in accordance with the formal Section 7 consultation processes . Method of payment shall be Cost Plus Fixed Fee . A single assignment will be made for this project .

West Virginia

2026-05-02