ATTACHMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

1. A complete description of the proposed project (including drawings).
2. A map showing the exact location of the project on the river.
3. Photographs of the project site from both banks of the river (if possible) and an upstream and downstream view of the project site from the project side of the river.
4. A list of all other local, state and federal permits required for this project.
5. An environmental assessment which includes separate evaluation of impacts on each of the following:

For each of these criteria, detail existing conditions, potential adverse impacts, if any, and mitigative measures to minimize, eliminate or compensate for those impacts. Provide a statement of justification for each proposed action and a discussion of any alternative locations and/or methods that were considered. If no impacts are projected for a criterion, then state that no impact is expected and give the reasons for that conclusion.

6. The signed original of the enclosed legal agreement.
7. A statement of the applicant's compliance history. (Has the applicant ever been cited for a violation of the Scenic Rivers Act?)
8. A detailed listing of the steps that the applicant has taken in the development of the project to minimize and/or offset potential impacts to the river.
9. A listing of alternatives to the proposed project.

Fees and Other Charges

The administrative fee for each application is $100.00 and must be submitted with the application. A fee of $135.00/day will be assessed for site visits and field evaluations if they are necessary. Make check payable to: State of Louisiana Scenic River Fund

Mail the completed application along with six (6) complete copies, the fee, and any additional charges to:
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Scenic Rivers Program
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898-9000
Telephone: (225) 765-2334