It is imperative that all watercourse crossings, including bridges, low water crossings and. The swat approach for pipeline watercourse crossings. Ministry of natural resources and forestryfisheries and. Cepa is producing the edition of its comprehensive guidelines for constructing transmission pipelines across bodies of water in collaboration with over 100 biologists, engineers, government officials and other experts. Other types of works that comprise changes in and about a stream include stream diversion, stream bank erosion protection andor stabilization, debris removal and beaver dam management. Watercourse crossing open government government of alberta. A new direction for canadas pacific salmon fisheries, dfo, 1998, bklt. The cumulative effects of hundreds and hundreds of these crossings is not trivial. Water crossings this booklet places crossings in three categories. Description of proposed activities installation of an embedded closedbottom culvert is proposed for this crossing.
We have accumulated many books, pamphlets, videos, maps, posters and other. Ebook donation helping ease sting of layoffs for medicine hat library. Alberta environment, as the department responsible for the administration of the water act, monitors and audits for compliance, and enforces the code of practice requirements. This paper describes a multiyear program to assess pipeline crossings of sensitive watercourses along a major pipeline project. Pipeline associated watercourse crossings 3rd edition. Kinder morgans antispawning the waterwealth project. These guidelines should not be considered as a code for the design or construction of any type of watercourse or wetland alteration. Guidelines for the design of fish passage for culverts in nova scotia.
Watercourse crossings should be appropriately bridges, culverts and low water crossings. Bridges drainage control technique low gradient velocity control short term steep gradient channel lining mediumlong term outlet control soil treatment permanent symbol photo 1 temporary bridge crossings formed with a culvert bridging slab photo 2 a barge used for the temporary. Forest roads and water crossings initiative ontora. These guidelines relate to the design and construction of watercourse crossings and ancillary works, such as roads on waterfront land. Watercourse crossings descriptions for the purpose of this bmp, structures which cross creeks, streams, ponds, or other surface areas of running or open water are defined as watercourse crossings. Fisheries and oceans canada manitoba operational statement. Name of watercourses or waterbodyies near the proposed project. Silt fences, however, should never be used as filters within a watercourse, as they have limited capaci. This guide is intended to assist those responsible for watercourse crossing in meeting their obligations and requirements under the code of practice. The life cycle of pipeline watercourse crossings in canada 3 additional information this guide is a supplement to the collection of pipeline crossing documents available from government and industry. Kirby expansion project watercourse crossing locations.
If a lasp becomes effective in the area in which a property fronting a watercourse crossing is located, the city will remove the watercourse crossing as part of the lasp and the owner will be required to pay the owners portion of the lasp fees. Salmon habitat to recover from trans mountain pipeline. Environmental guidelines for watercourse crossings water resources management division water rights, investigations, and. We have accumulated many books, pamphlets, videos, maps, posters and other materials. Under highflow conditions, water runs over the roadway and precludes vehicular traffic. Watercourse crossings are typically used to provide a more confined, safer, and environmentally sensitive means for crossing from one.
Policy and guidelines fish friendly waterway crossings. Contractor shall undertake watercourse crossing works in accordance with the watercourse crossing ccp, this watercourse crossing management plan, company specifications, esia and host country legislation. The development of this document is seen as a means to promote a consistent approach to pipeline associated watercourse crossings throughout canada and to aid in developing a common understanding among industry, government and other stakeholders. Guidelines for roads and watercourse crossings chapter 1 forest road planning and construction 4 1. Watercourse crossings and culverts can impact on existing. A lowwater crossing also known as an irish bridge, causeway in australia, lowlevel crossing or lowwater bridge provides a bridge when water flow is low. Providing a watercourse crossing for livestock and machinery will reduce the disturbance to the watercourse, which will help reduce sedimentation. In late 2003, we also received a substantial donation of materials from john saremba. Guidelines and procedures for watercourse crossings in alberta is to provide practitioners with an overview of the information and procedures needed to successfully plan and construct alberta transportation watercourse. A watercourse crossing is not a permanent component of any drainage system. The life cycle of pipeline watercourse crossings in canada.
Contemporary art comes home intertwined two historic sites with worldrenowned contemporary art in a setting that was the genesis of american art in the early nineteenth century. The following web links provide additionalsupporting information. We support economic growth in the marine and fisheries sectors, and innovation in areas such as aquaculture and biotechnology. This code of practice applies to overhead pipeline or telecommunication line bridge crossings. The ffhiat used dfos measures to avoid causing harm to fish and fish habitat including aquatic species at risk dfo, 2016 as a basis to build the list of. Instream works includes excavation of the streambed and. The manual does not cover every type of watercourse alteration type, but attempts to provide general guidance for selecting and sizing some watercourse crossings. Unprecedented in its concept and execution, the exhibition river crossings. In late 2003, we also received a substantial donation of. If yes, include a list of the guidelines being used to avoid negative effects to fish and fish habitat. Review the current situation by examining the watercourse crossings on your farm.
For a period of up to five years, we will be periodically returning to each watercourse to ensure our restoration and reclamation measures have been effective. Certification manual for watercourse alteration sizers. The results will be documented and filed with the neb. Pipeline associated watercourse crossings manual bc oil. As part of the trans mountain expansion project, substantial work has gone into determining potential environmental impacts and prescribing mitigation methods to reduce these impacts during construction. It is important to plan and construct a crossing properly so that the structure is sound and operates correctly with minimal impact on the watercourse or wetland, and the surrounding land. Dfo monitors isolated and trenchless crossings and requires a list of. Click the icon on the left to download a free version of adobe acrobat reader.
Speciic designed to minimize the disturbance of information about each follows. Design drawings and the methods for installing the structure are provided in appendix xx. Trans mountain has made a number of commitments to continue monitoring our watercourse crossings after construction. Apr 24, 2006 the pipelineassociated watercourse crossings manual guides industry through the best practices for pipeline and vehicle watercourse crossings. Ice bridges and snow fills fisheries and oceans canada. Guidelines for watercourse crossings on waterfront land. Pipelineassociated watercourse crossings manual bc oil and. Fishstream crossing guidebook iv acknowledgements the fishstream crossing guidebook, 2012 is a revision of the forest practices code fishstream crossing guidebook, march 2002. Ice bridges are constructed on larger watercourses that have sufficient stream flow and water depth to prevent the ice bridge from coming into contact with.
Dfo and mnrf are committed to the protection and conservation of fish habitat. Pipeline associated watercourse crossings capp 2005 this guide contains. The following are some of the commonly referenced sources. A watercourse crossing is defined in section 12cc, and generally means an access over or through a water body involving the use of structures such as a culverts or bridges. In addition, cepa members also use best practices for maintenance and repairs on pipelines that cross waterways. A qualitative assessment of fish habitat along upstream. Once you get that first taste of adventure off the beaten path, its hard to go back. Fishstream crossing guidebook ubc faculty of forestry.
Save over 20% credits will not expire, so you can use them at any time. Pipeline associated watercourse crossings fish and fish habitat. Fish salvage operations will require a permit from dfo. The pipeline associated watercourse crossings manual is a recommendation of practices for the design and construction of pipeline water crossings. It is important to minimise the risk of sedimentladen runoff from the approach roads being allowed to discharge directly into the watercourse without passing through an appropriate sediment trap or vegetative filter. Pipelineassociated watercourse crossings manual bc oil.
Fraser salmon the public expect that the board and dfo would tell regulated companies like trans mountain how and when watercourse crossings will be made. Crossings have the potential to disrupt the hydrologic, hydraulic, and geomorphic functions of a watercourse affecting flows, bed and bank stability and the ecological values and functions of the riparian corridor. Province of new brunswick department of environment. Guide to the code of practice for watercourse crossings. It is difficult to attribute specific authorship to this revised guidance document, as so many technical experts and professionals have been involved in various iterations. Any watercourse crossing has the potential to alter.
Salmon habitat to recover from trans mountain pipeline work within 2 years. This booklet addresses the necessity for careful consideration of a number of issues to gain or regain, and to maintain safe ingress and egress over water bodies utilizing private crossings. Begin by estimating the volume and frequency of livestock and vehicle crossings, and consider whether improvements could help you to increase efficiency, save money and protect the environment. When access through a wetland or watercourse is required, a crossing may need to be constructed. Watercourse crossing information richmond, british columbia. Policy and guidelines for fish friendly waterway crossings policy and guidelines for fish friendly waterway crossings this brochure provides a summary of the specific legislation and policy requirements that must be observed by those intending to plan, design and construct waterway crossings in nsw. If you have a thirst for adventure, then wellgroomed, pristine trails probably wont hold your attention for long.
Pipeline associated watercourse crossings 3rd edition canadian. Pipeline associated watercourse crossings 4th edition. Within the calgary region, there are many crossings of river, creek and ravine systems by transportation infrastructure, including railways, roads, light rail transit lines and pathways. Forest roads and water crossings initiative task team report october 1, 2003 findings and recommendations pertaining to liability assessment determination of responsibility planning implications executive summary forest access roads and water crossings are a common feature on the landscape across the province of ontario. Guidelines for roads and watercourse crossings chapter 1 forest road planning and construction 3 1. Snowfills should not realign, dredge, or infill the watercourse with mate. This approach is cheaper than building a bridge to raise the level of the road above the highest flood stage of a river, particularly in developing. Government of newfoundland and labrador department of municipal affairs and environment water resources management division st.
Code of practice for watercourse crossings made under the water act and water ministerial regulation table of contents section definitions 1 compliance with the code of practice 2 notice to the director 3 notice where the works are not completed within time period 4 nonapplication of this code of practice 5. It is difficult to attribute specific authorship to this revised guidance document, as so many. Fisheries and oceans canada manitoba operational statement version 3. If an lasp becomes effective where there are existing watercourse crossings, the city will remove the crossings as part of the lasp and the fronting property owner will be required to pay the owners portion of the lasp fees. Pipelineassociated watercourse crossings manual 6546kb the pipelineassociated watercourse crossings manual guides industry through the best practices for pipeline and vehicle watercourse crossings. The code does not apply to those watercourse crossings. Pipeline associated watercourse crossings manual bc oil and gas commission. Guide to the code of practice for watercourse crossings, including guidelines for complying with the code of practice.
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