Book Description

Draft environment impact statement which reviews proposed construction of a new embankment for Lake Brownwood. The embankment would stabilize the existing spillway to preserve present values of the lake for flood control, water supply, recreation and other related purposes. But much of the flora would be removed if the dam were constructed; lake fishery would replace the stream oriented ecosystem, and the terrestrial fauna would be displaced; however, most of the large animal inhabitants are migratory. Social patterns of the residents would be temporarily disrupted, but input of Federal funds will promote community growth. Archaeological resources in the project area may be subjected to adverse impact unless salvaged prior to construction. There are no historical sites affected by the project. An additional feature in a contract award for this project will include special provisions which will require the contractor to prepare an environmental protection plan to prevent environmental pollution during construction operations. Thus, the contractor will have the major responsibility to protect the environmental resources in connection with the project's construction.