SPA 124 PERMIT (Stream Protection Act)

SPA 124 applies to agencies or subdivisions of state, county or city government proposing a project that may affect the bed or banks of any stream in Montana. Many federal agencies also comply through a memorandum of understanding or general agreement.

AGENCY: Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks

  • WHO NEEDS AN SPA 124 PERMIT?

    SPA 124 applies to governmental entities proposing stream-related projects.

    This may include:

    • City

    • County

    • State agency

    • Many federal agencies*

      Contractors may perform the work on behalf of the governmental entity.

      *Many federal agencies comply through a memorandum of understanding or general agreement.

    See Examples of SPA 124 Projects →

HOW TO APPLY FOR AN SPA 124 PERMIT

  • BEFORE YOU START:

    See what information, photos, plans and project details may be helpful to have ready. You can start your application and return anytime.


    Prepare Before You Apply →

  • 1. COMPLETE THE JOINT APPLICATION FORM IN GILLY

    Create an account and begin your application.

    Gilly guides you through the project information and any additional questions required for the permit.

  • 2. DOWNLOAD & SUBMIT TO MONTANA FISH, WILDLIFE & PARKS

    After completing the Joint Application Form in Gilly, download your completed application.

    Submit it directly to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks along with preliminary plans or sketches of the proposed project.

    SPA 124 applications are not submitted through Gilly.

    FInd Your Regional FWP Office →

EXAMPLES OF SPA 124 PROJECTS MAY INCLUDE:

  • Infrastructure & Transportation Project

    • Bridge construction, repair or replacement

    • Roadway culverts

    • Utility crossings

  • Habitat & Water Resource Management

    • Stream restoration

    • Water treatment intakes

    • Irrigation diversions

  • Recreation Projects

    • Public boat ramps

    • Retaining walls or bank protection