While carrying out the mission of MCLB Barstow, the Natural and Cultural Resources Program provides stewardship for the plant and animal species that inhabit the base, as well as the pre-historic, historic, and culturally significant resources that are noted in this area.  The Marine Corps commitment is made with respect to federal laws, such as the Endangered Species Act and the National Historic Preservation Act, and other applicable regulations.

Handbook for Preparing, Revising and Implementing Integrated Natural Resources Management Plans on Marine Corps Installations, May 2004

      Federal Laws and Applicable Regulations
            (also see Chapter 6 - Integrated Natural Resources Mgmt. Plan)

           Endangered Species Act

MCLB Barstow provides habitat that supports ten (10) federally listed threatened and endangered species (2 birds, 2 invertebrates (fairy shrimp), and 6 plants).  These species are widely distributed throughout the base.  As a result, conservation and compliance with the Endangered Species Act is a primary focus the MCLB Barstow natural resource management program.  Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act requires that we consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding any action that “may affect” a threatened or endangered species.

• U.S. Marine Corps Endangered Species Act Reference Guide (2013)
• Endangered Species Act, Section 7 Consultation Handbook 
• Endangered Species Act, Section 7 Consultation Regulations (50 CFR 402) 
• Section 7 Consultation, Frequently Asked Questions 
• Endangered Species Conservation - Partnering with the Department of Defense

    Clean Water Act

Section 404, Clean Water Act, requirements for permitting actions that would place dredge or fill material into “waters of the United States”, including wetlands, are of principle natural resources management concern on MCLB Barstow.  MCLB Barstow strives to avoid impacts to “waters of the U.S.”.  Avoiding impacts to “waters of the U.S.” conserves our resources and avoids the need for lengthy and time-consuming permit processing that delays mission accomplishment.
          The Section 404 regulatory program is administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACoE), Civil Works, Regulatory section with oversight by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 

Clean Water Act, Federal Regulations (33 CFR 320 - 332)

Definition of Waters of the United States (33 CFR 328) 

Section 404 - Permit Required to Place Dredge/Fill in Waters of the U.S. 

• Section 404 - Permitting Regulations (33 CFR 323)  
• Section 404 Permit Process
• Section 404 Nationwide Permits with General Conditions (2012)  
  • Regional Conditions on using Nationwide Permits (Los Angeles District)  

  Migratory Bird Treaty Act

• Migratory Bird Treaty Act - List of Migratory Birds  
  • more information about list of migratory bird 
  • no permit needed to release birds trapped inside buildlings 
• Birds of Conservation Concern - Nationwide Listing Report 
• MOU between Dept. of Defense and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for Conservation of Migratory Birds (2014) 

Other Relevant Laws and Executive Policy

• Soil Conservation Act
• Federal Noxious Weed Act
• North American Wetlands Conservation Act
• Executive Order 11988 - Flood Plain Management
• Executive Order 11990 - Protections of Wetlands
• Executive Order 13112 - Invasive Species Control
• Executive Order 13423 - Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy, and Transportation Management
• Environmental Practices on Federal Grounds Presidential Memorandum 60 FR 40837

 

Operating Procedures

Wildlife Problems and Complaints Problems with snakes, rodents, rabbits, and insects should be referred to the Public Works Trouble Desk at 577-1609/1619. Problems with live birds: Natural Resources Division guidance for Migratory Birds  Response for bird nest in vehicles and building Contact the Wildlife Biologist at 577-6498 SOP for injured or dead large wildlife (deer, coyotes, mountain lions, bobcats) Endangered Species Act, Section 7 Consultation: – The Natural Resources Division staff for the Environmental Management Department processes these consultations on behalf of MCLB Barstow. Action proponents are responsible for ensuring the preparation of documentation needed to support Endangered Species Act consultation. Documentation requirements are described in the Endangered Species Act links above. Clean Water Act, Section 404 Permitting: The Environmental Management Department processes Clean Water Act permitting applications on behalf of MCLB Barstow. The Natural Resources Division staff assists with Section 404 permitting, and the Environmental Engineering Division staff assists with associated Section 401 Water Quality Certifications. Action proponents are responsible for ensuring the preparation of documentation and/or permit applications needed. The Clean Water Act links above provide information regarding the permitting process and requirements.

Records

Endangered Species Act Consultations (Contact NRD) Clean Water Act, Section 404 Permits (Contact NRD)

Program Manager
Natural and Cultural Resources

(760) 577-6111