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Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests

R01 Northern · 404 projects · crawled 2026-08-01
Completed 318 Cancelled 86
Decision Memo 324 Environmental Assessment 60 Environmental Impact Statement 20
403 with documents 111 with comments page
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 4/29/2026
Junction of West Fork Potlatch River and Feather Creek along FSR 377. · Latah, Idaho

Rd decomm to facilitate meadow restoration along W Fk Potlatch River. Rd construction to maintain access to FSR 377 and trail relocation to improve public safety; improve parking. Requesting EAD under IIJA, comment period per IIJA offered if granted.

Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels managementWatershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
12/2025 (Estimated)
Decision
05/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Buddie Carroll · buddie.carroll@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Developed Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Trail Management; Road Improvements/Construction; Grazing Structural Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/17/2025
Approximately 14 miles east/southeast of Kooskia, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Modification of closure on FSR 1114 proposed by Nez Perce Tribe. Closure beginning at intersection of FSR 1114 and FSR 286 from Sept. 1-Dec. 1 for approx 20 years until hiding cover for elk grows back from Clear Creek Integrated Rest. timber sale.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
10/15/2024
Comment Period
10/15/2024
Objection Period Start
12/2024 (Estimated)
Decision
03/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Travel Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/16/2025
The project is located approximately 13 miles east of Lucille, Idaho, in Idaho County. The project is located near Little French Creek, a tributary of Slate Creek and the Lower Salmon River. · Idaho, Idaho

The proposal to authorize Jason Streeter to complete mineral exploration through a small-scale placer operation involving the use of mechanized tracked-equipment to excavate potential gold-bearing gravels and overburden for on-site processing..

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
12/2025 (Estimated)
Decision
04/2026 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 25 North, Range 3 East, Section 14 (Boise Merdian).
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/6/2025
The project is located in Idaho County, approximately 20 miles south of Elk City, Idaho. And within the Crooked and Rhett Creek watersheds, tributary to the Salmon River on Red River Ranger District. · Idaho, Idaho

Treat vegetation to reduce wildfire risk to the local communities of Dixie and Comstock, and surrounding federal lands. Create fuel breaks and escape routes using a combination of prescribed burning and mechanical treatments, with temporary roads.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
02/06/2024
Comment Period
02/06/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chandra Neils · chandra.neils@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Roadless Area Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green)
Dixie-Comstock Community Protection Project Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 06/14/2024
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R7E, Sec.36; T26N, R8E, Sec. 2, 3, 8-17, 19-36; T26N, R7E, Sec. 1, 12, 13; T25N R8E, Sec. 1-24, 26-30, 32-34; T24N, R8E, Sec. 4; Boise Meridian.
North Fork Aspen 3 Cancelled
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 4/4/2025
T39N R10E S19 (Junction Cr Aspen Clones) T41N R11E S30 (Birch Hill Aspen Clone) T42N R11E S25-26 (Long Creek Aspen Clone) · Clearwater, Idaho

Treatment of 4 mature aspen clones (43 acres) through cutting or girdling mature aspen, competing conifers, and overmature shrubs in treatment unit to increase wildfire resiliency, create wildlife habitat, and promote healthy aspen clone development.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
12/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Terra Rintelen · terra.rintelen@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/26/2025
Township 28 North, Range 9 East, Sections 7, 12-14, 23, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Proposal is exploratory drilling on 10 sites (2 holes per site) in the Blanco creek area. Access to sites by FS roads, old logging roads and two temp rds (735 ft./360 ft.) Water to be drawn from small creek or Ditch creek. Samples processed offsite.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/12/2019
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/26/2025
T28N, R8E, NW/4, S3; T29N, R9E, SE/4, S32, Idaho Co., Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Goldski, LLC, proposes to exploratory drill to test for gold values to determine if valuable minerals exist to warrant further development of a mining operation.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N, R8E, NW/4, Section 3 and T29N, R9E, SE/4, Section 32
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/26/2025
T26N, R7E, Sections 23, 24, Boise Meridian · Idaho, Idaho

Conduct suction dredging/placer exploration in McGuire Creek, with 4 foot diameter test holes every 100-125 feet down to bedrock with 4 inch suction dredge. Reclamation done concurrently.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/25/2025
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Section 19; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace an existing timber bridge on Forest Road 649 at Leggett Creek and realign 175 feet of stream channel to improve the stream alignment and road / bridge alignment crossing.

Road management
Scoping Start
02/27/2020
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Robyn Smith · robyn.smith@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Blanco Pines Cancelled
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/31/2024
The Blanco Pines project area is located six miles southeast of Elk City, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The project is designed to maintain, enhance or improve ponderosa pine stands and wildlife habitat. The project will also create a fuel break by reducing hazardous fuels adjacent to private property.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
09/26/2024
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jordan Byram · jordan.j.byram@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 12/30/2024
T41N, R1E, Sections 7 and 8 · Latah, Idaho

Installation of approx. 1 mile 3 stranded barb 4th strand barbless drift fence to enclose allotment boundary that has recently changed. Use hand drills to help dig holes for posts. Cattleguard may be installed and would require backhoe and excavator.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/12/2021
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Hannah Munson · Hannah.Munson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 12/23/2024
Forest Service Road 100 near confluence of Mike White and Lolo Creek. Approximately 17 miles northeast of Kamiah, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Relocate approximately 350 feet of Mike White channel which is currently in a bypass channel and install an AOP culvert at intersection of the channel with USFS 100 Road in order to accomplish the goal of fish passage.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
07/01/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/20/2024
Allison Creek watershed is located 8 miles west of Elk City, Idaho. Ericson Creek watershed is located 6 miles northwest of Elk City, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Remove or modify 11 existing dam embankments, and complete wetland and stream restoration within Allison Creek and Ericson Creek watersheds.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
10/11/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Robyn Smith · robyn.smith@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 12/18/2024
Five miles north of Deary Idaho. · Latah, Idaho

Move allotment fence because State of Idaho no longer wants to allow cattle grazing. Fence will keep cows in existing FS allotment.

Grazing managementLand ownership management
Scoping Start
03/12/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Hannah Munson · Hannah.Munson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 12/18/2024
Approximately 65 miles east of Kooskia at the Indian Grave Creek confluence with the Lochsa River. At intersection of Saddle Camp Road and Highway 12. · Idaho, Idaho

Realign the confluence of Indian Grave Creek with the Lochsa River which was moved and steepened during the construction of Highway 12. This would remove the last fish barrier to passage in the watershed.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
07/01/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 12/5/2024
Located at Fish Creek boat ramp on Lochsa River, on US Highway 12 at milepost 120. · Idaho, Idaho

Highly used Fish Creek boat launch site on Lochsa River would receive expanded metal stairs and a new raft slide within existing stair and raft slide footprint.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
07/01/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/8/2024
Near the intersection of FSR369 Beaver Ridge Road and US Highway 12. · Idaho, Idaho

Installation of 500 feet of single phase electrical underground line along FSR 369 to provide power to adjacent landow. Construction will take approximately one week. Missoula Electric Coop will design, construct, operate and maintain this powerline.

Land ownership management
Scoping Start
07/31/2024
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 10/31/2024
Multiple T/R/S; north to northeast of Canyon Work Center; northern boundary abuts Idaho Panhandle NF; Clearwater County, Idaho. · Clearwater, Idaho

Use low/mod intensity fire over 5-10 yrs to encourage early seral veg & reduce insect/disease-caused fuel buildup. Project area 19 Burn Units (70k ac) w/ 43 Ignition Areas (22k ac). Fire allowed to spread in Burn Units to create mosaic on landscape.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/20/2019
Decision
07/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theodore Peterson · theodore.peterson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 10/29/2024
FSR 4743 · Clearwater, Idaho

The project will replace the existing three culverts and one side channel culvert currently channeling Partridge Creek across FSR 4743 with appropriate AOP drainage structures.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
09/09/2024
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Buddie Carroll · buddie.carroll@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Near Santiam Creek on the Red River District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District proposes to approve the use of ATVs for overland travel for access to prospect for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/11/2012
Decision
06/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R7E, Sections 29, 32, and 33
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Newsome Creek, Red River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to approve Tim Hoskins’ proposal to excavate 17 placer test pits in the Newsome Creek drainage area.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N R6E Sections 12 and 13
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Access to the project area is by Forest Road 1858 up Newsome Creek to Forest Road 1826, up Road 1826 to Trail 819 to Newsome Creek, up Newsome Creek via Trail 826 to the project site. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District Ranger proposes to allow the claim operator to conduct placer testing in the Newsome Creek drainage by digging 12-15, 10' x 10' or 10' x 12' test pits.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/01/2013
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N, R7E, Sections 18-19 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Section 19; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Approve Plan of Operations as proposed or require changes or additions to minimize adverse environmental effects. Two sections up to 150ft L & 5ft-6ft W to be sampled in Leggett Crk using a highbanker suction dredge. Reclamation done concurrently.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/12/2019
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Ozark Creek drainage · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to approve David Tisch’s proposal to excavate up to 22 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values in the Ozark Creek drainage.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
09/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R4E Sections 7 and 18
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Township 28 North, Range 8 East, Section 1; T29N, R9E, Section 6; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Approve Plan of Operations as proposed or require changes or additions to minimize adverse environmental effects. Three 300ft L sections of the Red River to be sampled 3 times perpendicular to section L (9 samples total) using a 4 in. suction dredge.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/02/2019
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/24/2024
Township 28 North, Range 8 East, Section 3; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Approve Plan of Operations as proposed or require changes or additions to minimize adverse environmental effects. One section up to 400ft L to be sampled in the Red River using a 5 in. suction dredge with a 4 in. intake. Reclamation done concurrently

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/02/2019
Decision
06/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/23/2024
T43N, R1W, Sec. 31; T35N, R6E, Sec. 3; T33N, R7E, Sec. 11; T29N, R9E, Sec. 34; T29N, R5E, Sec. 19; T28N, R7E, Sec. 35; T27N, R8E, Sec. 19; T25N, R4E, Sec. 7; Clearwater, Idaho, Latah Cos., Idaho · Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

Permanently close open shafts and/or adits at abandoned mine sites for public safety while maintaining wildlife (bat) habitat and the historical integrity of the sites. Method(s) used to the close sites will vary, depending on the conditions present.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
12/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Curtis Caton · curtis.l.caton@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityAbandoned Mine Land Clean-Up
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/22/2024
T37N R11E Sec1-3,10-15,22-24; T37N R12E Sec1-11,16-19; T38N R11E SecPB37-PB39,10-14,22-27,33-36; T38N R13E Secs9-16,PB39-43,19,22-24,26,27,29-32; T39N R11E Sec25-26,PB44,PB45; Clearwater/Idaho Cos., · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

Use low/mod intensity fire to encourage early seral veg & reduce insect/disease-caused fuel buildup. Project area 22 Burn Units (56k ac) w/ 68 Ignition Areas (9k ac). Fire allowed to spread in Burn Units to create mosaic on landscape.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/20/2020
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theodore Peterson · theodore.peterson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District; Lochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/20/2024
Helicopter use is proposed in the Salmon River Corridor, including portions of the designated Wild and Scenic corridor, Gospel Hump, and Frank Church Wildernesses. · Idaho, Idaho

The purpose of the proposed action is to allow access to test sheep for the potentially life-threatening Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae (MOVI) bacteria. There is a need to use helicopters to conduct operations.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsSpecial use management
Scoping Start
01/31/2022
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Carol Hennessey · carol.hennessey@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionPortions of (Boise Meridian): Various Townships, Ranges, and Sections in the Salmon River Corridor
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/20/2024
Township 28 North, Range 8 East Sections 16,17,20 and 21; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Treat 68 acres (17 units) within 200 feet around private property through hand thinning, hand piling/burning and raising canopy base heights. The fuels treatments would be maintained over the long term.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
02/27/2020
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Hisloc Fuels Cancelled
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 10/20/2024
Approximately 25 miles northeast of Lowell, Idaho on Highway 12. · Idaho, Idaho

Fuel reduction near the Lochsa Historical Ranger Station and Wilderness Gateway Campground.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/28/2020
Decision
03/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neal Cox · neal.cox@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 10/20/2024
Township 41 North, Range 1 West, Section 31, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Construct meadow-spanning beaver dam analog-type structures within Leanna Meadow to improve its water holding capacity (water retention) and slow water release through spring and summer. Slash et al to be harvested w/in 50 ft. of the meadow edge.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zoanne Anderson · zoanne.anderson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Newsome Fuels Cancelled
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/20/2024
Township 30 North, Range 6 East, Section 25; T30N, R7E, Sec 30; T29N, R7E, Sec 7, 8, 9; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Treat land within 300 feet around private property by hand thinning, hand piling/burning and raising canopy base heights. Units to be maintained over the long term. No treatment in Silver Creek-Pilot Knob IRA.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
02/27/2020
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Robyn Smith · robyn.smith@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 10/20/2024
T39N R8E Sec 1, 2, 13, 24, 25; T39N R9E Sec 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20; T40N, R8E, Sec 34-36; Clearwater County; Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Non-commercial slash (6051 ac; 3 units) around retention trees (Ponderosa/Western white/Whitebark pine, Western larch). No slashing in RHCA. Treat 20 aspen clones (48 ac) in units. Pburn 3 units (4 ignition areas). Project in Pot Mtn IRA.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels management
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Terra Rintelen · terra.rintelen@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 10/20/2024
Township 28 North, Range 3 East, Section 8, Pinnacle Ridge Pasture (White Bird Creek Allotment), Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The project would construct a low water ford across Pinnacle Creek to minimize livestock impacts to the stream and its banks. Rock would placed to cover the existing stream width and extend onto the banks to create a rocked approach on either side.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsGrazing management
Scoping Start
08/12/2020
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Species Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Allison Dams Cancelled
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/27/2024
Please see Map in Scoping Letter · Idaho, Idaho

The earthen fill at the blown out dams and outlets from the dam and ponds are failing, and the stream's flow is seeping through eroding existing material. Restore riparian areas.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionAllison - Blown out Dam: T29N, R7E, SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 of S16; Dam/Pond below FS Road #9874: T29N, R7E, NE 1/4 of NE 1/4 of S21; Dam/Pond east of FS Road #307I: T29N, R7E, NE 1/4 of SE 1/4 of S21
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/27/2024
This project covers all of the Nez Perce - Clearwater National Forests in north central Idaho. · Benewah; Clearwater; Idaho; Latah; Lewis; Nez Perce; Shoshone, Idaho

To increase aspen component and improve vigor of existing aspen, improve wildlife habitat, increase fire resiliency. Includes felling/girdling encroaching conifers, removal of competing vegetation, root stimulation, planting, prescribed burning.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
06/28/2024
Decision
01/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/11/2024
Township 29 North, Range 9 East, Sections 19, 20, 21, and 29-34, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Underburn ponderosa pine stands (7 stands; 522 acres) to help maintain and enhance the current conditions by removing understory fuels.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
02/27/2020
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 8/20/2024
Township 25 North, Range 3 East, Section 3; Idaho County; Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Excavate 4 trenches to test existing placer gravels. FSR 643A accesses project area. Install a culvert and harden a stream crossing. Samples processed onsite; water from Sand Creek/small stream; water/waste discharged into open trench. No camping.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 7/15/2024
The project is located approximately 5 miles west of Riggins, Idaho, in Idaho County. The pit is accessed from Road 487. Legal location: Township 24 N, Range 1 W, Section 11 (BM). · Idaho, Idaho

The project will develop the existing Indian Springs rock pit by excavation, crushing and stockpiling rock. The total surface disturbance will be less than 20 acres.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/01/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 7/15/2024
The project is located approximately 6 miles southwest of Riggins, Idaho, in Idaho County. The pit accessed from Road 517E. Legal location: Township 24 N, Range 1 W, Sections 27, 33 and 34 (BM). · Idaho, Idaho

The project will develop the existing McClinery Ridge rock pit by excavation, crushing and stockpiling rock on less than 20 acres.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/01/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 7/15/2024
The pit is located approximately 10 miles south of Grangeville, Idaho. The pit is accessed just south of the intersection of Roads 221 and 642.Legal location: Township 24 N, Range 1 W, Section 11 (BM) · Idaho, Idaho

The project will develop the existing Twin Cabins rock pit by excavation, crushing and stockpiling rock on less than 20 acres.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/01/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/8/2024
The project location is approximately 3 miles southeast of Elk City, Idaho, in Idaho County. Legal location: Township 28 North, Ranger 9 East, Section 6, SE 1/4, Boise Merdian. · Idaho, Idaho

AVISTA Corporation proposes to amend their existing Special Use Permit (CLE91) to add 0.2 miles onto existing powerline of underground power cable in conduit in the shoulder of Forest Development Road 9822 to a residential private property..

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/29/2024
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeremy Harris · jeremy.harris@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/8/2024
The project is located 8 miles southwest of Elk City, Idaho; in Idaho County. Access from Crooked River Road 233. Township 28 North, Range 8 East, Section 19 (PB47), Southwest 1/4, Boise Merdian. · Idaho, Idaho

A Special Use Permit to James Finch would be authorized for construction and easement of a new road on Forest Service Lands from Crooked River Road 233 to his property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/29/2024
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeremy Harris · jeremy.harris@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Twentymile EA Completed
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/27/2024
T29N, R6E, Sec. 34; T28N, R6E, Sec. 2-10, 15-22, 28-34; T27N, R6E, Sec. 3-6; T28N, R5E, Sec. 12-13, 24-26, 35-36; T27N, R5E, Sec. 1-24, 26-30, 32-34. · Idaho, Idaho

Manage vegetation and reduce hazard fuels through commercial timber harvest and landscape prescribed burning. Temporary road construction, road reconstruction, road improvement and road maintenance. Seasonal road access to sourdough Peak is proposed.

Recreation managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/06/2023
Comment Period
04/06/2023
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Ritland · Karen.Ritland@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/26/2024
Forest Wide - Entire Nez Perce National Forest · Idaho, Idaho

Develop a travel management plan and map to comply with the National Travel Management Rule. This project would designate motor vehicle use on roads, trails or areas on the Nez Perce National Forest, and does not include over-the-snow vehicles.

Recreation managementSpecial area managementRoad management
NOI in Federal Register
05/17/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
10/22/2010
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
02/24/2016
Objection Period Start
02/24/2016
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTravel Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District; Moose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
McBee SUP Completed
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/25/2024
Township 23 North, Range 1 West, Sections 25 and 36; Idaho County; Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Authorize a (20-year) Forest Road Special Use Permit to Mr. McBee, to allow him use of motorized vehicles to access his private property. No road work or vegetation maintenance is being proposed with this project.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Leah LaNier · leah.lanier@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
McBee Access SUPDecision Signed Date: 06/24/2024
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/25/2024
Gold Lake Creek and Ozark Creek drainages · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to approve Robert Martin’s proposal to excavate 17 placer test pits in the Gold Lake Creek and Ozark Creek drainages.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R3E Section 12
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 6/24/2024
The Pete King Wildlife Restoration project is located in the southwest portion of the Lochsa/Powell Ranger District in Idaho County, Idaho. It encompasses the Pete King drainage. · Idaho, Idaho

The purpose of the Pete King Wildlife Restoration project is to manage vegetation to improve elk summer and winter range and restore the resiliency of both forest and non-forest vegetation relied upon by wildlife.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/06/2019
Comment Period
07/01/2020
Objection Period Start
01/2023 (Estimated)
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Brandon Knapton · brandon.knapton@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · R1 - Northern Region All Units · updated 6/12/2024
The Nez Perce National Historic Trail is approximately 2,184 miles, extending from the vicinity of Wallowa Lake in eastern Oregon to the Bear Paw Battlefield, about 16 miles south of Chinook, MT. · Clark; Clearwater; Fremont; Idaho; Lemhi; Lewis; Nez Perce; Beaverhead; Blaine; Carbon; Chouteau; Fergus; Gallatin; Golden Valley; Lewis and Clark; Missoula; Phillips; Ravalli; Stillwater; Wheatland; Yellowstone; Wallowa; Asotin; Park; Teton, Idaho; Montana; Oregon; Washington; Wyoming

This analysis identifies the visitor use capacity on National Forest System lands only, on the Nez Perce National Historic Trail to assist in the protection and management of trail resources.

Heritage resource managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
06/03/2022
Comment Period
06/03/2022
Decision
11/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sandra Broncheau-Mcfarland · sandra.broncheau-mcfarland@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest; Bitterroot National Forest; Custer Gallatin National Forest; Lewis And Clark National Forest; Lolo National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest; Shoshone National Forest; Salmon-Challis National Forest; Caribou-Targhee National Forest; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
DistrictsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest All Units; Bitterroot National Forest All Units; Custer Gallatin National Forest All Units; Lewis And Clark National Forest All Units; Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units; Shoshone National Forest All Units; Salmon-Challis National Forest All Units; Caribou-Targhee National Forest All Units; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Sourdough Sheep Completed
Environmental Assessment · North Fork Ranger District · updated 6/3/2024
The project area is located approximately 20 miles north of Pierce, ID in Clearwater County. Primary access to the project area is via FR 246 and 681. · Clearwater, Idaho

The Sourdough Sheep Vegetation Management Project will focus primarily on managing and restoring the vegetation resources within an ~842 acre project area on the North Fork Ranger District on the Nez Perce - Clearwater National Forests.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
10/18/2023
Comment Period
10/27/2023
Objection Period Start
01/24/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Skowlund · andrew.skowlund@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40N, R7E, Sections 5-8, 16-21, & 28-30
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/31/2024
Travel planning on the Powell, Lochsa, North Fork Ranger Districts and Elk Creek basin of the Palouse Ranger Dsitrict · Clearwater; Idaho; Shoshone, Idaho

SEIS to analyze Elk Habitat Effectiveness and Minimization Criteria (Trails)

Regulations, directives, ordersRecreation managementRoad management
NOI in Federal Register
11/28/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
08/18/2023
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
05/31/2024
Objection Period Start
01/23/2024
Decision
05/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zoanne Anderson · zoanne.anderson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityPlan Amendment; Trail Management; Travel Management
Clearwater National Forest Travel Planning Record of DecisionDecision Signed Date: 11/10/2011 (Constrained Due to Litigation) Legal Notice Date: 01/12/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District; North Fork Ranger District; Lochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionForest-wide (with some exceptions)
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 4/26/2024
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Section 22; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Approve Plan of Operations as proposed or require changes or additions to minimize adverse environmental effects. Test pits along Moose Crk at upper limit of previously mined area. Rd 307A repair work at washout and a temp road built to access sites.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/02/2019
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 4/12/2024
Township 25 N, Range 2 E, Sections 15, 16, 21, 28, and 29, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Construct let-down style fence to restrict livestock drifting from Fiddle Crk Allotment into Allison-Berg Allotment. Fence to be constructed in sections, where most effective, along an approx. 3 mile boundary between allotments.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/03/2022
Decision
04/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Muddy Snow Decks Completed
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 4/1/2024
The decks are located along the FS 5106 Road near Lynx Creek, the FS 519 Road located near Molly Creek, and the FS 5111 and FS 5103 Road in the Mud Creek drainage. · Idaho, Idaho

Decked timber is the result of the fire suppression activities. Removal is needed to complete restoration of fire suppression acticity, remove fuel concentrations, remove potential insect sources, and provide economic benefits to local communities.

Forest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/27/2024
Decision
04/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/25/2024
T29N, R6E, Sections 6,7 Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Excavate test pits (up to 10) a maximum of 12 by 12 feet down to bedrock. Processing done onsite. Water drawn from Bagley Creek. Temporary road (200 feet)that crosses Bagley Creek to be constructed to access site. Project in Mallard IRA.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/25/2024
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Sections 17, 18; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Conduct placer exploration by excavating up to 20 trenches (4 feet wide x 16 feet long, down to bedrock). No road construction/reconstruction is proposed. Concurrent reclamation of trenches would be done. Only one trench would be open at a time.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/21/2020
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 3/22/2024
T32N, R7E, Section 25 · Clearwater, Idaho

Replace existing 74 foot two-span bridge with 134 foot channel spanning bulb-tee bridge designed to handle 100 year flows. Current bridge has increased risk of failure and impedes movement of large debris.

Road managementWatershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
Decision
03/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Gage Mckeag · Gage.Mckeag@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Limber Elk Completed
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/18/2023
North and east of Elk City, Idaho in Idaho County. · Idaho, Idaho

The overall purpose of the Limber Elk project is to improve forest health in stands affected by insect & disease and to reduce hazardous fuels adjacent to Elk City, Idaho; in Idaho County..

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/29/2021
Decision
12/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N, R8E, Secs:2-23; T30N, R7E, Secs: 12, 13, 14, 23, 24, 35, 36; T30N, R8E, Sec: 2-5, 7-36; T30N, R9E, Secs: 7, 18, 19-20, 29-33; T29N, R7E, Sec.1; and T29,R9E, Sec: 3-11, 14-23, 29-30; B.M..
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/5/2023
Township 29 North, Range 9 East, Sections 29 and 30; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The claimant proposes exploratory drilling on the Red River RD to test for gold values. The project area is in previously disturbed and undisturbed areas in the Kirk's Fork drainage. The proposal is for 4 drill sites with a max of 2 drill holes/site.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/30/2017
Decision
07/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/5/2023
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Sec. 18 and T29N, R6E, Sec 13; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Approve Plan of Operations as proposed or require changes or additions to minimize adverse effects. Excavate up to 4 trenches in 4 areas (16 total). Trenches reclaimed once testing completed for the site. Only 1 active trench open at a time.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/02/2019
Decision
12/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martin.jones@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/17/2023
T 35 N R6E Sections 19, 20, 29, 30 · Clearwater, Idaho

Installation of up to 24 beaver dam analogs and post assisted log structures along 1.5 miles stretch. Use local vegetation hydraulic post drives. Intent to mimic natural conditions created by beaver dams, raise water table, meadow recovery.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
Decision
11/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/17/2023
Township 35 North, Range 6 East, Sections 19, 20, and 30; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Remove the 0.25-mile legacy diversion ditch and associated concrete headgate just south of Musselshell Work Center to improve the wetland and help restore wet meadow habitat in Musselshell Meadow.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/21/2019
Decision
11/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Kirks East Elk Cancelled
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/27/2023
The East Fork, Kirks Fork, and Elk/Lick Creek allotments are located north and east of Elk City, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Authorize livestock grazing on the East Fork, Kirks Fork, and Elk/Lick Creek allotments.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
04/01/2023
Comment Period
04/01/2023
Objection Period Start
09/2023 (Estimated)
Decision
01/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Janelle Nelson · Janelle.Nelson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 8/9/2023
The communication site sit atop Iron Mountain that is approximately 4 air miles northwest of Elk City, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Proposal to modify the communication site on Iron Mountain to improve reliability, provide internet/broadband service, and make emergency telephone servicess more reliable in the Elk City area.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/13/2023
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jamie Nickel · Jamie.Nickel@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Red Siegel Completed
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/28/2023
Eight miles southeast of Elk City, Idaho. Idaho, County. · Idaho, Idaho

The overall purpose of the Red Seigel project is to improve forest health in stands affected by insects, reduce hazardous fuels and improve public and fire fighter safety, near Elk City, Idaho.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/05/2022
Comment Period
01/06/2022
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Hardwick · Karen.Hardwick@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5); 32.3 (9)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R9E, Sections 11, 14-23, 25-36; T29N, R10E Sections 25-36; T28N, R9E, Sections 1-5, 7-30, 32-36; T28N, R10E, Sections 1-23, 27-33; T27N, R9E, Sections 1-4; and T27N, R10E, Sections 4-6.B.M.
Newsome Fuels Completed
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 4/27/2023
Township 30 North, Range 6 East, Section 25; T30N, R7E, Sec 30; T29N, R7E, Sec 7, 8, 9; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Treat land within 300 feet around private property by hand thinning, hand piling/burning and raising canopy base heights. Units to be maintained over the long term. No treatment in Silver Creek-Pilot Knob IRA.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/16/2015
Thomas McLeod · thomas.mcleod@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Nez Perce-Clearwater NF's Roadside, Recreation Site and Administrative Site Maintenance ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/18/2016
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Green Horse Completed
Environmental Assessment · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 3/27/2023
The Green Horse project area is within the O'Hara Creek, Glover Creek-Selway River, Horse Creek, and Upper American River drainages of the Selway and South Fork Clearwater Rivers. · Idaho, Idaho

Proposal of vegetation management activities to meet the need to improve forest health on stands affected by insect & disease, reduce hazardous fuels, improve public & firefighter safety, and provide resource outputs to maintain community stability.

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
02/22/2020
Comment Period
02/22/2020
Objection Period Start
02/23/2021
Decision
03/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sara.daugherty@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 31 North, Range 8 East, Sections 4, 9-16, 20-29, 35, and 36; T. 31 N., R. 9 E., Sections 7, 8, 19-20, 28, 33
Environmental Impact Statement · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 2/22/2023
Project activities will occur on NFS lands within the Clear Creek drainage, located approximately 5 air miles southeast from Kooskia, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek District proposes to use a combination of timber harvest, pre-commercial thinning, prescribed fire, reforestation, and road system improvements to achieve desired age class and species distributions and to improve watershed health.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementForest products
NOI in Federal Register
01/06/2012
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
09/28/2018
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
07/09/2021
Objection Period Start
07/09/2021
Decision
02/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Ritland · Karen.Ritland@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
Clear Creek Integrated Restoration Project FSEIS RODDecision Signed Date: 02/17/2023
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N, R6E; T31N, R6E; T31N, R53; BM
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 2/13/2023
T40N, R1E, sections 22 & 23 (Boise Meridian) · Clearwater, Idaho

Project Proponent, Potlatch-Deltic Corporation has requested temporary (5 year) road maintenance, construction and use across Forest Service Management property.

Special use managementRoad management
Scoping Start
03/31/2022
Decision
02/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stefani Spencer · stefani.spencer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (23), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(23)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Special Use Authorizations; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40N, R1E, sections 22 & 23 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 2/13/2023
T42N, R2W, sections 26 & 27 Boise Meridian · Latah, Idaho

Authorize road reconstruction, road maintenance and temporary road construction for access to adjacent Potlatch-Deltic land to facilitate timber harvest and haul.

Road managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
03/31/2022
Decision
02/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stefani Spencer · stefani.spencer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (23), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(23)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Special Use Authorizations; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT42N, R2W, sections 26 & 27 Boise Meridian
Smith Ridge Completed
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 12/22/2022
Ridgetop area spanning three watersheds between Minnesaka Creek (Little N. Fork of Clearwater River, Salmon Creek (N. Fork Clearwater River), and Isabella Creek, 40 air miles northeast of Orofino, ID. · Clearwater, Idaho

The Smith Ridge project would decrease insect and disease mortality and improve oveall forest health and ecological funtion.

Forest products
Scoping Start
09/28/2018
Decision
12/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Skowlund · andrew.skowlund@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Smith Ridge ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/22/2022
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/7/2022
The Knock-on-Wood Habitat Improvement project area encompasses approximately 78,500 acres in the Lolo Creek watershed within the Clearwater River subbasin; 15 miles northeast of Kamiah, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Knock-on-Wood Habitat Improvement project would place large wood or install structures in streams within the Lolo Creek drainage. The addition of wood would provide complex fish habitat by improving limiting factors for steelhead habitat.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
04/08/2022
Decision
11/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Gage Mckeag · Gage.Mckeag@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
Knock-on Wood Habitat ImprovementDecision Signed Date: 11/04/2022
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 10/19/2022
T28 N R14 E Sec 3 & 10, T27 N R 16 E Sec 2, 1, 10, 11, 12, 15 · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

Whitebark pine planting in Idaho Roadless Areas where there have been recent fires. Seedlings come from forest and are resistant to blister rust. Planting will be done with hand tools, and all travel on foot in roadless areas.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kristina Deyoung · kristina.deyoung@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/18/2022
Treatments would occur Forestwide, only on specified road segments. · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

Fall and leave, or fall and remove, any dead, dying, or structurally unsound trees within the project area. Felling/removal is proposed for up to a maximum of 165 feet (50 meters) from either edge of the road surface, unless otherwise indicated.

Forest productsRoad management
Scoping Start
09/13/2020
Comment Period
12/2022 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
02/2023 (Estimated)
Decision
05/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Vincent · eric.vincent@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 9/13/2022
Blacktail Butte · Idaho, Idaho

Fuels treatment by thinning, harvesting, and/or prescribed burning to reduce fuel hazard and to restore/maitain open Ponderosa/Douglas fir stands.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
06/19/2004
Objection Period Start
08/27/2007
Decision
01/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Barry Ruklic · bruklic@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Blacktail hazardous Fuels ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/01/2008
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Clearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionAll or portions of T29N,R3E; T29N,R4E; T30N,R3E; T30N,R4E; T30N,R5E; T31N,R5E
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/24/2022
North Fork Slate Creek, Upper Main Slate Creek, and the Main Canyon watersheds · Idaho, Idaho

Vegetative treatment of 5766 acres and associated watershed improvements.

Watershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
NOI in Federal Register
04/16/2004
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
04/16/2004
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/09/2004
Decision
06/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Clean Slate Ecosystem Management Project EISDecision Signed Date: 06/09/2004 Legal Notice Date: 06/09/2004
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 8/9/2022
Eastern portion of Palouse RD, about 3 miles north of the city of Elk River. Project is within the boundary of the 2021 Johnson Creek fire's 1,600 acre perimeter. · Clearwater, Idaho

Commercial timber harvest, hazardous fuels treatment, site preparation, and reforestation on approx. 735 acres within Johnson Creek Fire perimeter to recover economic value, reduce safety hazards, and re-establish forested conditions.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
11/19/2021
Comment Period
05/28/2022
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stefani Spencer · stefani.spencer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41N R2E Sections 25, 26, 35, and 36; T41N R3E, Section 31; T40N R2E Sections 1 and 2; T40N R3E Section 6
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 8/9/2022
Western portion of the Palouse Ranger District, about 3 miles southeast of the city of Harvard. Proposed action is within the 1,600 Sand Mountain Fire perimeter. · Latah, Idaho

Commercial timber harvest, hazardous fuels treatments, site preparation, and reforestation on approximately 569 acres in Sand Mountain Fire perimeter order to recover economic value, reduce public safety hazards, and re-establish forested conditions.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
11/19/2021
Comment Period
05/28/2022
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stefani Spencer · stefani.spencer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT42N, R3W Sections 26, 27, 33 and T41N, R2W Section 4.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/5/2022
Township 30 North , Range 8 East, Sections 28, 29, 31, 32, and 33; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Conduct exploration drilling operations south of Orogrande, Idaho. The proposal is for a total of 62 drill sites. Only one site would be active at a time. Access primarily on Forest Service Roads. Access also requires approx. 3300 ft. of temp road.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/21/2020
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Hayden Lewis · hayden.lewis@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 5/16/2022
Meadow Creek watershed and adjacent face drainages are located in the South Fork Clearwater River Subbasin · Idaho, Idaho

Prepare a SEIS for the cumulative effects analysis referred to in United States District Court Judge Edward J. Lodges March 31, 2005 unpublished order. Review completed and posted to website with determination on 5/15/08.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Recreation managementForest productsFuels managementWatershed managementRoad management
NOI in Federal Register
09/21/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
09/21/2007
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
03/21/2008
Decision
02/2003 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityStewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Facility Maintenance; Plan Amendment; Trail Management; Noxious Weed Treatments; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Meadow Face Stewardship RODDecision Signed Date: 02/15/2003 (Constrained Due to Litigation) Legal Notice Date: 02/15/2003
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Clearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 5/9/2022
T30N, R8E, Section. 26 · Idaho, Idaho

Replacement of two undersized culverts on Flint Creek and tributary on FS Road 9812 with open bottom arch-plate culverts to allow fish to pass at all flow levels. Move trail/trailhead 100 feet from culvert site to aid floodplain restoration.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katy Bilisoly · Katy.Bilisoly@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Owl Salvage 2021 Completed
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 4/29/2022
This project is located on the North Fork Ranger District, approximately 23 miles NE of Pierce Idaho. · Clearwater, Idaho

The Owl fire burned approximately 300 acres of National Forest System lands on the North Fork Ranger District between July and September 2021. The Owl Salvage project proposes commercial harvest of fire damaged trees and reforestation activities.

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
11/22/2021
Decision
04/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Skowlund · andrew.skowlund@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 40 North, Range 7 East, Sections 12 and 13; Township 40 North, Range 8 East Section 18
Gold Dust Mines Completed
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 4/13/2022
T43N, R1W, Sec. 31; Mountain Gulch Claims; Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Claimants to test lodes by drilling 10 core holes/site (4 sites) w/ portable drill. Each hole reclaimed upon completion. Drilling water brought in. Claimants to remove excess wood, metal debris, etc. from three previous operations. No rd. construct.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
04/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Curtis Caton · curtis.l.caton@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/6/2022
Sand Mountain Camp-dispersed site on NFSR 38 2 mi.SSE of Sand Mountain. Swanson Camp-Riviera, 2 mi. N of Larson Point. Dixie-Jumbo Camp-Jack Creek Summit. BM Hill Camp-NFSR 595 2 mi. W of Lolo Pass. · Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

Permits for 2022 commercial mushroom harvesting and designated camp areas for commercial harvesters for resource protection and sanitation management.

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/01/2022
Decision
04/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Skowlund · andrew.skowlund@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionT41N, R2W, Sec. 13; T40N, R8E, Sec. 31 SE1/4; T27N, R9E, Sec. 28; T38N, R15E, Sec. 18
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 2/25/2022
Project area located along FR 247 starting approx. 1 mi. west of Washington CG (Unit 1: T39N, R7E, S15) then east to/along FR 250 ending approx. 2 mi. southwest of Cedars CG (Unit 38: T40N, R11E, S6). · Clearwater, Idaho

Prescribe burn 2185 acres (38 units) along North Fork of the Clearwater River. Non-commercial thin/slash 96 acres (parts of 8 units); hand-pile/burn the slash before pburning. Thin/pile would not be done in RHCAs. Pburns allowed to creep into RHCAs.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/12/2019
Decision
02/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Pruss · mpruss@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 2/10/2022
Township 42 North, Range 3 West, Section 36; Township 42 North, Range 2 West, Section 31; Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

96 acres (3 units) of fuels reduction treatments: (hand slash/hand pile 21 ac; hand slash/jackpot burn 25 ac; masticate/jackpot burn 50 ac) around / adjacent to Laird Park CG (Latah county-designated WUI).

Fuels management
Scoping Start
02/27/2020
Decision
02/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Alan Carlson · alan.carlson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 2/9/2022
Please see Map in Scoping Letter · Idaho, Idaho

Proposed activities would primarily focus on instream habitat below the culvert and substrate conditions in the culvert. Work would include increasing the pool depth directly below the culvert.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
02/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katy Bilisoly · Katy.Bilisoly@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R5E, S27
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/18/2021
T35N, R6E, Sections 19, 29, 30 · Idaho, Idaho

Reroute part of exclosure fence surrounding Musselshell Meadow. Relocate sections of fence in areas inundated by water or covered with veg. to drier sites. Constructed by hand with hand tools.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
Decision
11/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/4/2021
The project is located five miles west of Elk City, Idaho; in Idaho County. · Idaho, Idaho

Idaho Department of Fish and Game proposes to install, operate, maintain, and use an Instream PIT Tag Detection System (PIT Tag Array) in Crooked River to assist with population monitoring of adult steelhead and salmon..

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/20/2021
Comment Period
08/20/2021
Decision
10/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Idaho Depart. of Fish & Game, Crooked River Instream PIT Tag ArrayDecision Signed Date: 10/04/2021
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 29 North, Range 7 East, Section 25, Boise Meridian.
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/30/2021
T29N, R4E, Sections 21 and 28 · Idaho, Idaho

Install up to 10 beaver dam analogs/post assisted log structures to raise water table, access the floodplain and transport fine sediment. Work would be done by hand using hydraulic post driver, chainsaw, hand tools and use native and local plants.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
05/06/2021
Decision
07/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Gaea Ridenhour · Gaea.Ridenhour@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/30/2021
Various - please see map in Scoping letter · Idaho, Idaho

Several decades of accumulated MPB mortality and disease have created serious fuels and public safety concerns. Roads identified for treatment are major arterials are major arterials in the event of emergency or natural disaster.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
03/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Edward Koberstein · ekoberstein@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionVarious - please see map in Scoping letter
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/30/2021
T27N, R10E, Sections 9 and 10, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Snags pose a safety hazard along FSR 468. Dead standing trees within 150 feet (both sides) would be removed via a commercial sale along approx. 5 miles (186 ac) of the road. The project would take approx. 1 year to complete, starting in 2022

Forest productsRoad management
Scoping Start
10/12/2017
Decision
11/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Hake · kevin.m.hake@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/28/2021
Township 25 North, Range 4 East, Section 7; Idaho County; Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Excavate existing placer gravels/tailings in a previously mined area. Material processed onsite; water taken from an existing 180-foot x 160-foot impoundment. Construct 5 settling ponds for process water/waste material. Personnel to camp onsite.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/15/2021
Decision
07/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 8/3/2021
Township 28 North, Range 9 East, Section 8; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Approve Plan of Operations as proposed or require changes or additions to minimize adverse environmental effects. Excavate trenches in one area (~2 ac). Construct crossing across Siegel Crk for access. Recirc water from 2 sumps. Camp at project site.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/02/2019
Decision
08/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/29/2021
T33n, R6E, Section 2 · Idaho, Idaho

Replace existing undersized culvert with 10 by 96 foot long structural plate arch. Current culvert is undersized, and at risk of failure. New culvert will improve fish passage, and restore natural stream flow. Would require temp. road closure.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Gage Mckeag · Gage.Mckeag@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/16/2021
Township 26 North, Range 7 East, Sections 23 & 24; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Conduct lode exploration mining activities on an upland ridge south of McGuire Creek. Exploration done by trenching down to bedrock to extract rock samples for analysis: 25-30 trenches proposed, ea. 2-3 ft. wide by 5-15 ft. long.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/21/2020
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/16/2021
Township 26 North, Range 7 East, Sections 1 and 12; T26N, R8E, Sections 1 and 13; T27N, R7E, Sections 11 and 36; T27N, R8E, Section 31; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Conduct exploration drilling south of Orogrande, Idaho. The proposal is for a total of 52 drill sites. Only one site would be active at a time. Access primarily on Forest Service Roads. Access also requires approx. 3500 ft. of temp road.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/21/2020
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
South Orogrande Exploration Drilling (Red River Ranger District)Decision Signed Date: 06/15/2021
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
White Pine Completed
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 4/21/2021
sections 4, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 34 and 35, T43N, R3W, Boise Meridian and portions of sections 2, 3, 11, TT42N, R3W, Boise Meridian · Benewah; Latah, Idaho

Commercial harvest & non-commercial fuels treatments to improve species/age class diversity & forest health and reduce potential fire behavior in WUI. Build temp. rds. Site prep. Reforest harvest units. Road Maintenance for watershed improvement.

Road managementFuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
09/28/2018
Comment Period
09/28/2018
Objection Period Start
10/30/2020
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Amy Boykin · Amy.Boykin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/8/2021
Township 37 North, Range 14 East, Section 22, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

A Communication Use Lease would be authorized for AT&T to construct/maintain a new communication site (< .10 acres) incl. a 150 ft. cellular tower to serve the FirstNet Nationwide Safety Public Broadband Network. Access to the site on FS Road 5623.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/28/2020
Decision
09/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/2/2021
Township 28 North, Range 3 East, Sections 5, 6, 7, and 8, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Re-route/construct about 1.5 miles of fence dividing the Bentz Ridge and Pinnacle Ridge Pastures (White Bird Creek Allotment) to improve accessibly and functionality of the fence while improving forage use and livestock distribution in Bentz pasture.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
08/25/2020
Decision
01/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Alyssa Badertscher · Alyssa.Badertscher@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Stray Creek Completed
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 1/15/2021
Twelve miles northeast of Kooskia, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Harvest and reforestation of stands in in the Stray Creek drainage on the Lochsa Ranger District.

Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
10/12/2019
Comment Period
10/12/2019
Objection Period Start
02/21/2020
Decision
01/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 33 North, Range 6 East, Sections 5, 6, 7, and 8; T. 34 N., R. 6 E., Section 31
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 1/13/2021
Project area includes the following management areas in the Nez Perce-Clearwater NFs: CLWNF - MAs C4, C8S, E1 and E3; NPNF - MAs 4, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, and 23. · Benewah; Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

Forest Service proposes stand improvement treatments in overstocked stands across the Nez Perce-Clearwater NFs. Wilderness, IRA, RHCA, etc. excluded from treatment. All work done by hand. Only existing FS Roads used for access. Implement over 15 yrs.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/28/2020
Decision
01/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Vincent · eric.vincent@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/21/2020
Township 37 North, Range 14 East, Section 34, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Missoula Electric Cooperative proposes to establish a new Right-of-Way to provide power to private landowner. The existing authorization would be amended to include burying ~1700 ft. of powerline in the existing road prism of NFS Road 111.

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/18/2020
Decision
12/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Gold Hill Completed
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 9/16/2020
The Gold Hill project area is located in the Gold Creek subwatershed, with smaller portions occurring in the headwaters of Big Creek and Meadow Creek subwatersheds on the Palouse Ranger District. · Idaho, Idaho

Proposed action includes timber harvest to provide economic benefits, and address existing and potential future forest health issues.

Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
05/15/2019
Comment Period
08/26/2019
Objection Period Start
12/02/2019
Decision
04/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chandra Neils · cneils@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/16/2020
Township 28 North, Range 3 East, Section 8, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Construct Beaver Dam Analogs using hand tools along 1-mile stretch of the Pinnacle Creek headwaters to address incised channel, bank sloughing, and to capture sediment. Locations of BDAs to be determined under the direction of Forest Hydrologist.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
04/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Little Boulder Completed
Environmental Impact Statement · Palouse Ranger District · updated 8/13/2020
Little Boulder and Hog Meadows watersheds, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Little Boulder is a vegetation, fuels, and watershed management project, located in the Little Boulder and Hog Meadows watersheds; all headwaters of the Potlatch River.

Watershed managementFuels managementForest products
NOI in Federal Register
11/06/2014
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
01/20/2018
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/22/2020
Objection Period Start
02/15/2019
Decision
08/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Amy Boykin · Amy.Boykin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Center Star Mining Completed
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 8/12/2020
T29N, R7E, NW  of Section 35; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Reopen/stabilize main portal of Center Star Mine. Work includes hand sampling/mechanized drilling. Second portal may be opened as safety exit. Approx. 2400 ft. of old skid trails/mining roads would be reconditioned. Disturbed areas reclaimed.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
08/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/11/2020
Township 37 North, Range 14 East, Section 28, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Bury 300 feet of telephone line in an existing ITD ROW along Highway 12.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/28/2020
Decision
07/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/30/2020
T27N, R10E, Sections 9 and 10, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Snags pose a safety hazard along FSR 311. Dead standing trees within 150 feet (both sides) would be removed via a commercial sale along approx. 5 miles (181 ac) of the road. The project would take approx. 1 year to complete.

Forest productsRoad management
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
07/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Lane · ablane@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
North Fork Aspen 2 Completed
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 6/11/2020
Multiple T/R/S; North Fork Ranger District, Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Cut/girdle mature aspen clones, competing conifers and over-mature shrubs in 22 units (4 areas, 324 acres). Where evidence of aspen regen/suppression present expand extent of aspen by treating conifers and mature shrubs adjacent to existing clones.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/30/2019
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Pruss · michael.pruss@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/19/2020
The project area is approximately 15 miles east of Riggins, Idaho. The project is in the vicinity of Florence, in Idaho County. · Idaho, Idaho

The Forest is collaboratively developing the project to reduce hazardous fuels adjacent to the historic Florence Cemetery and private properties; and create a fuel break near the vicinity of Florence, Idaho.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
06/28/2018
Decision
05/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jennie.fischer@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (9)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Wildfire Resilience Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/14/2020
Milepost 23 on Hwy (T29N, R5E, S27) in Idaho Co., Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace the existing pipe arch on Peasley Creek with a bottomless structure to provide an appropriately sized structure for 100-year storm flows and to allow for aquatic organism passage, including ESA listed Snake River steelhead, upstream.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
01/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 5/11/2020
Areas of the Cayuse Creek drainage administered by the North Fork RD south of Old Kelly Creek Work Center, extending west of work center and north of Kelly Creek to the North Fork of the Clearwater. · Clearwater, Idaho

East Saddle Integrated Restoration project proposes wildlife habitat improvement through fuels treatments and commercial timber harvest.

Forest productsWildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels management
Scoping Start
02/14/2020
Decision
05/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Amy Boykin · Amy.Boykin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
East Saddle ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/07/2020
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/28/2020
T27N R1E Section 29; T26N R1E Sections 4, 6, 8, and 16; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace two undersized culverts, Forest Service Road 9337 at Sherwin Creek and FSR 9335 at the North Fork of Joe Creek, and install a culvert on 9337B at Sherwin Creek to replace an existing ford.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management
Scoping Start
02/27/2020
Decision
04/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Culvert Replacement and InstallationDecision Signed Date: 04/27/2020
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Tinker Bugs Completed
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 3/31/2020
Immediately south of Syringa, Idaho. from Lodge Creek west to the Forest boundary in the Middle Fork Clearwater River basin. · Idaho, Idaho

The Tinker Bugs project area is classified as Rural WUI lands. A proposed action has been developed in collaboration with interested public and stake holders to restore forest structure, composition, and density; and reduce fuel loadings.

Fuels managementWatershed managementForest products
Scoping Start
09/29/2018
Decision
03/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/10/2020
Township 33 North, Range 3 East, Section 1; Kamiah, Lewis County, Idaho · Lewis, Idaho

Construct a new office on FS administrative site: relocate the 2 annexes adjacent to the bunkhouse; construct new SO building, parking areas for employee/public and fleet security, and an access path & road linking lower and upper portions of site.

Facility management
Scoping Start
07/06/2019
Comment Period
07/06/2019
Decision
02/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Travis Mechling · tmechling@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 2/3/2020
Township 42 North, Range 2 West, Sections 20 and 21, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Salvage harvest 80 acres on NFS using skyline logging systems with ground-based (tractor) systems used on slopes less than 35%. Up to 0.5 miles of temporary road would be built. Site prep to replant burn areas incl. pburn and pocket gopher baiting.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/20/2017
Decision
12/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Thomas Spong · tspong@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Crane Point Completed
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/3/2020
Township 43 North, Range 4 West, Sections 14, 23, 24, 25 and 27; Benewah County, Idaho. · Benewah, Idaho

Commercial harvest & non-commercial fuels treatments to improve species/age class diversity & forest health and reduce potential fire behavior in WUI. Build temp. rds. Site prep. Reforest harvest units. Decommission user-created trails & legacy roads

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
08/24/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stefani Spencer · stefanilspencer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 2/3/2020
Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Salvage harvest approx. 70 acres of dead and dying trees due to mountain pine beetle infestation to reduce fuel loading and increase forest user safety in the project area. Work to be accomplished through commercial timber sale.

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
09/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Lane · ablane@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/3/2020
T31N, R7E, Sections 29 and 30, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Snags pose a safety hazard along FSR 464. Dead and dying trees within 200 feet (both sides) would be removed via a commercial sale along approx. 1.5 miles (60 ac) of the road. The project would take approx. 1 year to complete, starting in 2017.

Road managementForest products
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Lane · ablane@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
Hamby Saddle Hazard Tree Removal (2)Decision Signed Date: 08/16/2018
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 2/3/2020
Multiple stands and T/R/S within the Palouse Ranger District. · Latah, Idaho

Thin trees on 526 acres (36 stands). Majority of trees cut less than 7 inches in diameter. All work done by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvest equipment used. Only existing roads used to access the sites. No thinning in RHCAs.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/02/2019
Decision
11/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Nicholas Wagner · nicholas.wagner2@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 1/31/2020
Township 34N, Range 6E, Section 5; Township 35N, Range 6E, Section 29 and 32 · Idaho, Idaho

Replacement of 3 metal pipe culvers on White, Mike White, and Nevada Creeks to improve aquatic organism passage, improve stream function, and decrease likelihood of culvert failure in flooding event.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
08/09/2019
Decision
01/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 1/28/2020
Siegel Creek drainage, Red River Ranger District. · Idaho, Idaho

This proposal is for the excavation of 10 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
09/25/2013
Decision
12/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R9E, Sec. 35
Environmental Assessment · North Fork Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
Washington Creek watershed of the North Fork Ranger District, Clearwater National Forest · Clearwater, Idaho

Vegetation and watershed improvements within the Washington Creek watershed of the North Fork Ranger District, Clearwater National Forest, Idaho.

Forest productsWatershed management
Scoping Start
12/14/2012
Comment Period
09/08/2014
Objection Period Start
04/17/2015
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
George Harbaugh · gharbaugh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSections 5-8, T38N, R7E; Sections 3-10, 15-22, and 27-33, T39N, R7E; and Sections 28, 32, and 33, T40N, R7E, Boise Meridian, Clearwater County, Idaho
Environmental Assessment · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
Center-Johnson project is located approximately 3 miles west of Slate Creek, Idaho, in Idaho County. Activities off Roads 493 (Deer Creek), 672 (Cow Creek), 9335 (Joe Creek) and maybe 9337. A Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Area. · Idaho, Idaho

Vegetation treatments to reduce the risk or extent of, or increase resilience to insects and disease infestation; reduce wildfire risk to the local communities and surrounding federal lands. A collaborative process will be used to develop actions.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/06/2017
Comment Period
12/06/2017
Objection Period Start
10/19/2018
Decision
09/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface; Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/10/2019
Red River Ranger District, Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho County, Idaho, 5 miles southwest of Elk City, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests is proposing to rehabilitate the lower two miles of the Crooked River valley bottom with meanders & re-align 3 miles the Crooked River Road 233 through the narrow canyon.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
NOI in Federal Register
12/12/2012
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
03/28/2014
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
02/25/2015
Objection Period Start
02/25/2015
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Crooked River Valley Rehabilitation - Final Record of DecisionDecision Signed Date: 07/21/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R7E, Sections 25 and 36; T29N, R8E, Sections 32 and 33; T28 N, R7E, Sections 1, 2, 11, 13, 14, and 24; T28N, R8E, Sections 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 18, 19, 20. (Boise Meridian).
Environmental Assessment · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
The project area is located approximately 10 air miles southwest of Grangeville, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The vegetation management project would occur on about 1026 acres by pre-commercial thin and timber harvest.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/18/2011
Comment Period
09/05/2012
Decision
08/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Edward Koberstein · ekoberstein@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 28 North, Range 4 East, Sections 4, 5, 8, 9, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 29, 30, 31, and 32 and T29N, Range 4 East, Section 27, 28, 33, and 34, Boise Meridian
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
The project area is located four air miles northwest of Elk City, Idaho, immediately adjacent to the Elk City Township between the Elk City Wagon Road and Highway 14. · Idaho, Idaho

The Dutch Oven Project proposes fuel reduction and vegetation management activities on approximately 2000 acres approximately 4 air miles northwest of Elk City, Idaho.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/08/2014
Comment Period
10/19/2015
Objection Period Start
02/10/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R7E, Sections 1, 2, 10-16, 21-28
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
Approximately 14 miles south of Grangeville, Idaho; in Idaho County. About one-half mile west of "4-Corners" adjacent to an inactive rock pit and southwest of Road 243 (Free Use Road). · Idaho, Idaho

The Four Corners Corral project proposes to install a corral for livestock management.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/23/2017
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N, R03E, Section 35, SESW (Boise Meridian).
Lower Orogrande Completed
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/10/2019
Orogrande Creek watershed of the North Fork Ranger District, Nez Perce/Clearwater National Forests · Clearwater, Idaho

This is the final posting of the Lower Orogrande project that plans to implement timber harvest and watershed improvements within the Orogrande Creek watershed.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsWatershed management
NOI in Federal Register
01/08/2010
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
11/02/2012
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
11/28/2014
Objection Period Start
11/28/2014
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
George Harbaugh · gharbaugh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Lower Orogrande Record of DecisionDecision Signed Date: 04/24/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N, R6E and T38N, R6E, Boise Meridian, Clearwater County, Idaho
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
The project area is located within the Newsome Creek watershed, a tributary of the South Fork Clearwater River, between Grangeville and Elk City, ID. · Idaho, Idaho

The Forest Service proposes to decommission and or improve 167 miles of road within the Newsome Creek project area.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
12/16/2009
Comment Period
07/13/2012
Objection Period Start
03/27/2014
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Newsome Creek Watershed Road Restoration Project - Decision Notice/FONSIDecision Signed Date: 06/04/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area is located within Townships 29 and 30 North, Ranges 6 and 7 East.
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/10/2019
Deadwood, Boulder, Snowy Summit, and Lost Hat fires located on the Red River, Lochsa/Powell, and North Fork Ranger Districts. · Idaho, Idaho

UPDATE: Teepee Springs fire recovery projects - Chair Pt. & Van Keating Ridge CE projects; and the Big Hill fire recovery CE project have all been CANCELLED.

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
12/18/2015
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13); 32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District; North Fork Ranger District; Lochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
13 ignition units on the north side of the Selway River Canyon from Lowell, ID, east to the mouth of Gedney Creek. · Idaho, Idaho

Joe Hudson, Moose Creek District Ranger, has decided to reintroduce fire into the ecosystem on approximately 4,124 acres in 13 ignition units over an approximate 10 year period.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
04/26/2012
Comment Period
05/02/2012
Decision
12/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Doug Graves · dagraves@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
North Selway Face Prescribed BurnDecision Signed Date: 12/10/2013 Legal Notice Date: 12/10/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Strychnine Pine Completed
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
Strychnine Creek watershed, Palouse Ranger District, Clearwater National Forest, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Vegetation, hazardous fuels, and watershed activities in the Strychnine Creek watershed on the Palouse Ranger District, Clearwater National Forest, Latah County, Idaho

Forest productsFuels managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
11/16/2012
Comment Period
09/08/2014
Objection Period Start
01/09/2015
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
George Harbaugh · gharbaugh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Plan Amendment; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact - Strychnine PineDecision Signed Date: 04/13/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSections 2-11, 15-22, 30 and 31, T42N, R2W; and Sections 33-36, T43N, R2W, Boise Meridian, Idaho
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/10/2019
Windy-Shingle project is located approximately 5 miles west of Riggins, Idaho, in Idaho County. Activities off Roads 517 (Seven Devils), 487, 2109, 624 and 2056. A Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Area. · Idaho, Idaho

Vegetation treatments to reduce the risk or extent of, or increase resilience to insects and disease infestation; reduce wildfire risk to the local communities and surrounding federal lands. A collaborative process will be used to develop actions.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
02/15/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Windy-Shingle Project Decision MemorandumDecision Signed Date: 10/13/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
O'Hara Culverts Completed
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 11/7/2019
NFS Road 651 (Hamby Road), Moose Creek Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

Replacement of five culverts on NFS Road 651.

Road management
Scoping Start
09/17/2013
Comment Period
10/28/2013
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
O'Hara Culverts Decision MemorandumDecision Signed Date: 01/23/2014 (FS Withdrawn) Legal Notice Date: 01/23/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N, R7E Sec. 25 SE 1/4 Culvert 1; T32N, R7E Sec. 36 SE 1/4 Culvert 2; T31N, R7E Sec. 1 NE 1/4 Culvert 3; T31N, R7E Sec. 1 NE 1/4 Culvert 4; T31N, R7E Sec. 1 SE 1/4 Culvert 5.
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 11/4/2019
Township 26 North, Range 3 East, Section 24, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace Idaho Central Trail #88's current ford of Boulder Creek with a bridge and hardened approaches. Bridge 34-foot in length, constructed with wood stringers and deck with rock-filled gabion baskets for abutments.

Recreation managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
09/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sean Santolin · sean.santolin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/25/2019
The project area lies about seven miles east of Kooskia, Idaho in the norther half of the Clear Creek watershed · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

Project would decommission approximately 65 miles of non-system roads in the Clear Creek watershed. These roads are currently not open to public access and are not needed for future land management activities.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management
Scoping Start
03/31/2014
Decision
01/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
Clear Ridge Non-System Road Decommissioning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/14/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N, R6E and T32N, R6E, Idaho and Clearwater Counties, Idaho
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/25/2019
Recommended Wilderness Areas within the Clearwater National Forest, as described in the 1987 Clearwater Forest Plan as Management Area B2. · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

This project will analyze motorized and mechanized travel within Recommended Wilderness Areas (Management Area B2) on the Clearwater National Forest.

Regulations, directives, ordersRecreation managementRoad management
NOI in Federal Register
11/13/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
07/17/2009
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
01/12/2011
Objection Period Start
07/05/2016
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zoanne Anderson · zanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTrail Management; Travel Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 10/25/2019
Approximately five miles south of Lowell, Idaho in the Swiftwater, Elk City, Goddard and O'Hara drainages. · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek District is proposing to harvest dead timber that was burned in the 2014 Johnson Bar Fire.

Forest products
NOI in Federal Register
10/16/2014
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
12/16/2016
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
03/03/2017
Objection Period Start
03/06/2017
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
Johnson Bar Fire Salvage RODDecision Signed Date: 02/17/2016 (FS Withdrawn)
Johnson Bar Fire Salvage projectDecision Signed Date: 06/28/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT23N R7E S20, BM
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/25/2019
The area lies about 12 miles east of Kamiah, Idaho in Idaho and Clearwater counties. · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

The project proposes to decommission approximately 41 miles of unneeded Forest system roads and 25 miles of non-system skid trail/log jammer roads in the Lolo Creek watershed.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
11/04/2013
Comment Period
08/01/2014
Objection Period Start
02/11/2015
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning
Lolo First 50 Road Decommissioning Project Final Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 04/07/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33N, R5E and R6E; T34N, R5E, R6E, R7E; T35N, R5E, R6E, and R7E; T36N, R5E, R6E and R7E
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 9/5/2019
Township 39 North, Range 1 West, Sections 34, 35, 36, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Improve instream habitat for aquatic organisms, esp. ESA listed steelhead, in the lower reaches of Little Boulder Creek. Log structures, Beaver Dam Analogs, and Post Assisted Log Structures to be constructed by hand using onsite materials.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
08/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Dan Kenney · dkenney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 8/28/2019
Township 27 North, Range 5 East, Section 19, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct a 250 foot reroute of Trail #305 and a ford with hardened approaches through Fox Creek. Ford to consist of native rock and gravel from an old bridge abutment onsite. All work to be done using hand tools. Trail remain open during reroute.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
08/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sean Santolin · sean.santolin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/17/2019
Access to the project area is by Forest Road 1858 up Newsome Creek to the mouth of Baldy Creek, where a primitive two-track road leads upstream to the project area. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District Ranger proposes to allow the claim operators to excavate up to 12 placer test pits in the Baldy Creek drainage.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/01/2013
Decision
07/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N, R7E, Sections 18 and 19 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 7/10/2019
Township 35 North, Range 6 East, Sections 19, 20 and 30; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The Nez Perce Tribe and other partners propose to install up to twelve beaver dam analogs along 1.5 miles of Musselshell Creek near Musselshell meadows. This is a follow-up to a similar project successfully implemented in 2018.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
05/30/2019
Decision
07/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Susan Graves · sgraves@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 7/2/2019
The project area includes NFS lands within the 78,517-acre Lolo Creek drainage, approximately 16 air miles northeast of Kamiah, Idaho. · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

The Lolo Insect & Disease project proposes forest management and watershed improvement activities within the Lolo Creek wateshed, located approximately 16 air miles northeast from Kamiah, Idaho.

Watershed managementForest productsRoad management
NOI in Federal Register
10/02/2017
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
02/16/2018
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
03/29/2019
Objection Period Start
08/10/2018
Decision
07/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Roadless Area Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownships 35 and 36 North, Ranges 6 and 7 East, Boise Meridian.
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/27/2019
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Sections 29, 30, and 32; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

AVISTA proposes to provide service to a private landowner by establishing two new ROWs, installing 2 new poles, and burying 2.3 miles of powerline along NFS Roads 492, 9823 and 9823A. An existing authorization would be amended for the new ROWs.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/30/2019
Decision
06/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · adam.mcclory@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Greek Creek AOP Completed
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/3/2019
Township 25 North, Range 3 East, Section 22; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace the existing culvert on FS Road 9322 with an AOP. The culvert restricts movement of aquatic organism up Greek Creek. The culvert is also currently undersized for spring flows.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management
Scoping Start
11/16/2017
Decision
05/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Parachute Fuels Completed
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 4/29/2019
1-2 miles north of Powell, Idaho along Forest Road 5628. · Idaho, Idaho

Roadside fuels and hazard tree treatment along the Forest Road 5628 north of Powell.

Road managementFuels management
Scoping Start
11/09/2018
Decision
04/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Daniel Fabbi · dfabbi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Wildfire Resilience Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Road Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 4/29/2019
Township 28 North, Range 8 East, Sections 6 and 7, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The claimant proposes exploratory drilling on the Red River RD to test for gold values. The project area is in previously disturbed and undisturbed areas in the Kirk's Fork drainage. The proposal is for 19 drill sites with a max of 2 drill hole/site.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/30/2017
Decision
04/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/26/2019
Crks-Johnson:27N 1E S19; Deer:7N 1W S11-12/26N 1E S5-6; Sherwin:26N 1E S7-9,16; China:26N 1E S30; Papoose:24N 1W S24-26; Fish:29N 3E S21; Tollgate:29N 3E S34; Pinnacle:28N 3E S8; Schwartz:30N 4E S33. · Idaho, Idaho

Dead/dying and/or live trees (where dead/dying not available) would be directionally felled to limit livestock access to 10 streams (6 allotments) to restore/maintain stream health. Focus areas would be where livestock impacts are greatest.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/10/2019
Township 24 North, Range 1 West, Sections 22 and 27, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct an approx. 0.5-mile drift fence to restrict livestock from access to the Papoose Creek and Squaw Creek drainages via Blue Mountain Road. Most of the work to be done using hand tools.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/10/2019
Township 29 North, Range 4 East, Sections 16 and 17, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Construct a corral and a catch pen fence near the junction of FR 451 and 451A to facilitate livestock handling/loading/trucking. Trees in the catch pen area would be removed, likely via a commercial sale. Most of the construction to be done by hand.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/10/2019
Township 29 North, Range 4 East, Sections 22 and 27, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct approx. 0.3-miles of drift fence (2 sections) to prevent livestock access to So. Fork Clearwater River, HWY 14 and So. Fork Station/CG. Relocate an existing cattle guard onsite to where the fence crosses Cove Road.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 3/11/2019
T37N, R7E, Sections 15-32, French Creek drainage · Idaho, Idaho

The French Larch project proposes vegetation and watershed improvement activities in the upper Orogrande drainage on the North Fork District of the Nez Perce Clearwater National Forest

Forest productsWatershed management
Scoping Start
04/22/2014
Comment Period
02/16/2016
Objection Period Start
12/09/2016
Decision
04/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrew Skowlund · amskowlund@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/21/2019
Township 32 North, Range 4 East, SE/4, SW/4, Section 4, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Issue a 20-year private road special use permit to allow the proponent to cross NF System Lands to access his private property. The ROW would be 475 ft. x ft. (0.22 acres). Proposal does not include the use of machinery to improve access.

Special use management
Scoping Start
11/15/2018
Decision
02/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Pierce Powderhouse Completed
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 2/12/2019
Portions of Section 27 T37N R5E · Clearwater, Idaho

Regeneration harvest and reforestation on approximately 140 acres of land to limit further spread of insects & disease, and increase resiliency among stands

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/18/2017
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephanie Israel · sisrael@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/12/2019
Proposed treatment areas are along the divide between the Selway River and the South Fork of the Clearwater River from Lookout Butte on the western edge to O'Hara Point on the eastern edge. · Idaho, Idaho

Proposed treatment within a 65,000 acre area affected by the spruce beetle on the Moose Creek and Red River Ranger Districts

Forest productsFuels managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
05/04/2018
Decision
12/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District; Moose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 12/10/2018
French Mountain area · Clearwater, Idaho

The North Fork Ranger District proposes to approve the claimant’s proposal to excavate seven to ten test pits to expose vein material to test for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/15/2012
Decision
05/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N, R6E, Section 27
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 11/29/2018
Palouse RD: T25N, R1W, Sec 1, 2; T25N, R1E, Sec 7, 17; T25N, R3E, Sec 28, 33; T26N, R1E, Sec 18, 19, 20; Salmon River RD: T40N, R1W, Sec 4; T42N, R2W, Sec 10, 15; 3T4N, R2W, Sec 3 · Idaho; Latah, Idaho

Thin (cut/fell) approx. 112 acres (four stands) on Palouse Ranger District and approx. 265 acres (13 stands) on Salmon River Ranger District. All work done by hand/chainsaw; no mechanical timber harvesting equipment used. Access on existing roads.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
06/28/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Palouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Woodrat Salvage Completed
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 10/22/2018
The proposed Woodrat salvage units are located immediately northwest of Syringa, Idaho in Township 33 North, Range 6 East; Sections 19, 20, 29, 30, and 31; Boise Meridian · Idaho, Idaho

The Woodrat Salvage project proposes to harvest and/or reforest approximately 536 acres of dead and dying trees within the 2015 Woodrat fire perimeter.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
01/29/2016
Comment Period
01/29/2016
Objection Period Start
12/02/2016
Decision
03/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Woodrat Salvage Project Final DN/FONSIDecision Signed Date: 03/20/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Palouse Ranger District · updated 10/17/2018
West Fork Potlatch-Potlatch River subwatershed of the Upper Potlatch watershed · Latah, Idaho

Project would include timber harvest on approximately 1,600 acres, fuels reduction, and associated road work in the West Fork Potlatch River subwatershed.

Forest productsFuels managementWatershed managementRoad management
NOI in Federal Register
04/26/2017
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
04/27/2017
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
05/2018 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
05/2018 (Estimated)
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Johanna Kovarik · jkovarik@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41N R1W Sections 4,5, 7-17, Boise Meridian, Latah County, ID
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 9/27/2018
T42N R3W, Sec. 20, Palouse Ranger District, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Permanently close an open shaft at an abandoned mine site to eliminate public safety risks. Closure methods include poly foam plugs, metal bars, drain pipes, and earthen materials. Backhoe or other earthmoving equipment would be used to fill hole.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Max #2 Exploration Completed
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/27/2018
Ozark Creek drainage of the Salmon River District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River District proposes to approve the removal of placer samples from 10 test pits for the purpose of testing for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/11/2012
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R3E, Section 12
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/20/2018
Meadow Creek drainage of the Salmon River District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River District proposes to approve the excavation of up to 50 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/11/2012
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R4E, Section 7
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/17/2018
Township 30 North, Range 7 East, Section 2; Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Construct communication facility at Iron Mt Comm. Site: an 8'x14' metal building and a 40' self-supporting tower. Site accessed via FSR 464G. Two portable comm. trailers onsite till facility built. Issue a 30-year Communication Use Lease to Tek-Hut.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/23/2018
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Iron Mountain Communication LeaseDecision Signed Date: 07/11/2018
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 8/17/2018
Township 36 North, Range 6 East, Section 2,3, and 34; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The project proposes to use a backhoe to dig a trench, approximately 100 ft. in length and 10 ft. in depth, to expose a north-south vein for sampling. Access to the site would be on an existing claim road from historic mining on the site.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/31/2018
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 8/9/2018
The project site is accessed by Forest Roads 233 (Crooked River Road), 311 (Penman Road), and 9848. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to approve Ralph Reynolds and David Brush’s proposal to open an old adit and develop a new adit for the purpose of extracting bulk ore samples for testing and assay.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
11/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R7E Section 12
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/9/2018
NW, NE Sec 30, T33N, R6E · Idaho, Idaho

Nez Perce Tribal personnel propose to install up to 4 beaver dam analog structures within Pete King Creek.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
06/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Taylor Greenup · tgreenup@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 8/9/2018
T42N, R1E, Section 32, Latah Co., Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Extend the existing allotment boundary fence approx. 2100' to tie in with Hwy 3 embankment in order to stop livestock from wandering onto the highway.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katlyn Howisey · katlynmhowisey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/20/2018
The project area encompasses approximately 200,500 acres, which includes all of the Gospel-Hump Wilderness. The Gospel-Hump Wilderness is located 24 air miles from Grangeville, Idaho. This area drains into both the Salmon and South Fork Clearwater Rivers. · Idaho, Idaho

Invasive plant management strategy for Gospel-Hump Wilderness to prevent the establishment of new invasive species and reduce impacts of established invasive species on the native plant community desired by the Wilderness Act and Forest Plan.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/22/2014
Comment Period
12/22/2014
Objection Period Start
10/11/2017
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Carol Hennessey · cahennessey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityNoxious Weed Treatments
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/18/2018
Township 35 North, Range 6 East, Section 20 · Idaho, Idaho

To restore stream and riparian function in Musselshell Meadows, four beaver dam analogs would be constructed, using locally gathered materials, along a 1/4 mile of Musselshell Creek. All work to be done by hand with access to the sites by foot.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/31/2018
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/18/2018
A section of NFS Road #233, from the Old Orogrande townsite to the USFS airstrip near Concord Hill · Idaho, Idaho

The road surface is currently rutted and difficult to drive, and several culverts are degraded.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R6E, S32
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/10/2018
Township 24 North, Range 1 West, Section 25, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Approx. 0.6-mile, 3-strand barbed wire/barbless bottom wire or 12.5 gauge hot-wire fence following a ridgeline. May req. rock jacks. Wire gates placed as nec. to move livestock. All materials from FS; labor by permittee. Site accessible from Road 517

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/23/2018
Decision
06/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/9/2018
Authorize livestock grazing on the Red River, Moose Creek, and Salmon River Ranger Districts · Idaho, Idaho

Continue to permit livestock grazing by incorporating adaptive management strategies on 8 active allotments within the project area, and close 7 allotments.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
12/21/2011
Comment Period
04/2016 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
07/2015 (Estimated)
Decision
12/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 5/10/2018
Township 37N, Range 13E, Section 12; and Township 37N, Range 14E, Sections 6 and 7, Boise Meridian, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Plan of Operations proposes to explore an underground mineralized body within the boundaries of mining claim group.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
09/13/2017
Comment Period
12/08/2017
Objection Period Start
02/22/2018
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Little Papoose Mine Exploration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/04/2018
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 5/7/2018
Newsome Creek, Red River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to approve Press Thomas’ proposal to excavate up to 12 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values in the Newsome Creek drainage area.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R7E Section 5
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/7/2018
Meadow Creek drainage of the Salmon River District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River District proposes to approve the excavation of 6 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/11/2012
Decision
04/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R4E, Section 7
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/7/2018
Township 23 North, Range 1 West, Section 7, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Construct approx. 0.1 miles of 4-strand fence (bottom wire smooth) with steel and wood posts. Posts may require rock jacks where unable to be driven into rocky soils. Work to be done by permittee. Access to the project site will be by foot.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/15/2018
Decision
04/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 5/3/2018
Township 36 North, Range 6 East, Sections 3 & 5; Township 37 North, Range 6 East, Section 34; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Claimant to drill two exploration holes at each of seven drilling sites. One drill site to be open at a time. Drill cutting sumps will be sealed upon completion of drilling. Reclamation of disturbed areas would occur at the end of the field season.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
08/16/2013
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 5/3/2018
Multiple (25) stands on the North Fork Ranger District, Clearwater County, Idaho. · Clearwater, Idaho

Thin approximately 472 acres of trees in overstocked previously harvested stands. Work completed by contract crews under FS oversight and by FS personnel. All work to be done by hand using chainsaws. Access to the treatment sites on existing roads.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/31/2018
Decision
04/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 5/3/2018
Township 40 North, Range 7 East, Sections 6 & 7; T40N, R8E, Sections 4,5,8,15 & 16; T41N, R7E, Sections 20,29-31; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Construct 4 %u2013 10 logjam structures within the active channel of Beaver Crk, Isabella Crk, Skull Crk, or Quartz Crk to improve instream habitat for aquatic organisms, including bull trout (fed. threatened) and R1 sensitive species.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/31/2018
Decision
04/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Dan Kenney · dkenney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Bovill Source Completed
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 3/21/2018
Township 40 North, Range 1 West, Section 1; Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Potlatch Corp. proposes to expand the Bovill Source. Approx. 8 to 12 test pits (250 ft. squ. x 15 ft. deep) would be excavated and a total of 15 to 24 holes drilled from 30 to 60 ft. in depth. Up to 45 trees would be removed for creation of the pits.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
02/15/2018
Decision
03/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/21/2018
Township 26 North, Range 8 East, Section 20; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Expand an existing 3.0-acre pit by up to 2 acres in order to replenish the amount of aggregate and riprap for upcoming projects, and recondition ~ 5.5 miles of FS Road 1188.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
11/16/2017
Decision
03/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 3/6/2018
NW/4 of Section 14, T25N, R3E · Idaho, Idaho

Exploratory drill to test for gold values on unpatented mining claim to determine if valuable minerals exist to warrant further development of a mining operation.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
03/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNW/4 of Section 14, T25N, R3E
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/27/2018
Township 26 North, Range 7 East, Section 18; Rd 311 at milepost 10.5; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace existing timber bridge with steel girder bridge. Reconstruct 500 ft. of Rd 311 surrounding site to align bridge approaches. Rd 311 closed during bridge removal/replacement. Start summer/fall 2017 or 2018.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
02/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/27/2018
Township 28 North, Range 8 East, Section 36; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace the existing culvert on FS Road 1800 with an AOP. The culvert restricts movement of aquatic organism up Little Moose Creek. The culvert is also currently 3.4 plugged and undersized for spring flows.

Road managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/16/2017
Decision
02/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/27/2018
Township 29 North, Range 7 East, Section 8; West Fork Newsome Creek; Road 440A (mile 0.50); Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace existing timber bridge with timber or steel bridge. Reconstruct 100 ft. of Rd 440A surrounding site to align bridge approaches. Rd 440A closed during bridge removal/replacement. Start in summer/fall 2017 or 18.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
02/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 2/21/2018
Township 33 North, Range 8 East, Section 5; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Remove a section of raised gabion basket trail and create a 'persuasion' channel to allow river flow to enter a side channel of the Lochsa River. The project will restore approx. 0.3 mi of potentially valuable rearing habitat for juvenile salmonids

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/31/2018
Decision
02/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/20/2018
dispersed campsites in the Palouse and North Fork Ranger Districts · Clearwater; Latah, Idaho

The project would install barriers to restrict vehicle access to sensitive riparian areas at dispersed campsites on both the Palouse and North Fork Ranger Districts.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
01/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Shawn Dieterich · sdieterich@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District; North Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Pete King PALS II Completed
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 2/5/2018
Township 33 North, Range 6 East, Section 30; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

This project builds on the Pete King Beaver Dam Analogs project done in 2016, and will take place directly upstream of the previous project area. Up to six post and log structures will be installed in a 0.25-mile reach of Brushy Fork Creek.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/18/2018
Decision
01/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/5/2018
Forestwide · Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

Plant conifer seedlings in various locations across the Forests in stands / areas where timber management activities are allowed and reforestation treatments are required. All planting would be done using hand tools.

Watershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
11/16/2017
Decision
12/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 1/23/2018
Township 38 North, Range 16 East, Section 25; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The culvert at So. Fork Spruce Crk/Road 373 is a partial barrier to aquatic organisms incl. SR steelhead and Sp/Su Chinook. Replacing the culvert will allow aquatic organisms to pass upstream and downstream, connecting over 8 mi. of upstream habitat.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
09/29/2017
Decision
01/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
South Fork Spruce Creek Culvert ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 01/23/2018
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 12/1/2017
T40N, R1W, Sec 5 & 8; T40N, R2W, Sec 1, 2, 25, 36; Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Latah SWCD proposes to install up to 100 beaver dam analogues in the Corral Creek watershed to address channel incision, bank erosion, high flow velocities, floodplain access, groundwater storage, and to re-establish native riparian woody plants.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Crook · ecrook@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/1/2017
Township 28 North, Range 2 East, Sections 2 and 11; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct an approximately 1/4 mile long, 3-strand barbed wire, barbless 4th bottom wire fence to encourage livestock to utilize lower slope forage in the spring, allowing higher elevation forage to grow without being impacted.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/16/2017
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Crystal Dannar · cdannar@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 12/1/2017
T39N, R6E, Section 36, Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

FSR 246 crosses Washington Creek at two sites; each having 3-5 undersized culverts at risk of failure. The culverts at each site would be removed and replaced with a bridge designed to pass the 100 year flow. It will take approx. 6 weeks to complete.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Travis Mechling · tmechling@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
103 Salvage Completed
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/29/2017
Township 35 North, Route 7 East, Section 6, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The approx. 12-acre project area is mostly dead/dying timber, the result of the 2015 fires. The need is to remove hazard trees along the FS 103 road and salvage valuable timber resources. Healthy timber will be retained. The site will be replanted.

Forest products
Scoping Start
09/28/2017
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Daniel Fabbi · dfabbi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 11/29/2017
Township 37 North, Range 15 East, Section 18; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Project continues the series, begun with the South Brushy (2016) and Brushy Fork Face (2017) projects, of decommissioning non-system roads tributary to Forest Service Road 5669 (Big Basin Road) in the checkerboard part of the Forest.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
09/28/2017
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 11/1/2017
T41N, R10E, Sections 35 and 36; T41N, R11E, Section 31; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The Forest Service is proposing to regenerate aspen clones in the Birch Ridge area on the North Fork RD. FS crews, using chainsaws, would cut-and-fell approx. 150 acres (6 stands) of aspen and competing conifers within and adjacent to mature clones.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
06/30/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Pruss · mpruss@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 10/26/2017
Across Lochsa-Powell Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Plant western white pine, western larch and ponderosa pine seedlings on approximately 3592 acres (82 stands). Access to the sites only be by existing roads. Surveys would be conducted after the first and third growing seasons to monitor survival.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/11/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 10/18/2017
T41N, R1W, Section 10, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

The Stove Draw fence crosses a very boggy draw with seasonal water flow. The permittees propose to remove 1500 ft. of existing fence and rebuild 2200 ft. of new fence along a dry ridgeline to the east. Work would take one to two weeks to complete.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
10/10/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katlyn Howisey · katlynmhowisey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/3/2017
Township 28 North, Range 8 East, Section 18; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The claimant proposes exploratory drilling on the Red River RD to test for gold values. The project area is in previously disturbed and undisturbed areas of the Baner Creek drainage. The proposal includes 11 drill sites with 2 holes max/site.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/30/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 9/26/2017
T37N, R13E, Sections 23 and 26, Boise Meridian, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The North Side Powell Project proposes forest management and watershed improvement activities in the Wendover Creek drainage on the Powell District.

Forest productsWatershed management
Scoping Start
10/31/2013
Comment Period
12/17/2014
Objection Period Start
07/12/2017
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 9/25/2017
North Fork Clearwater River (French and Orogrande Creeks) · Clearwater, Idaho

The North Fork Ranger District proposes to approve the claimant's proposal to explore underground in an existing shaft, which has several tunnels in the French Mountain area.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/29/2012
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N, R6E, Section 34
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/25/2017
The project is to be implemented across the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. · Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

Suppress pocket gopher populations in harvested units on the Forests that have been or will be planted with conifer seedlings. Treatments would be conducted by contractors licensed by the State of ID as professional pesticide applicators.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
08/16/2017
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/25/2017
T27N, R7E, SW 1/4 Section 19 (shafts); T28N, R7E, NE  Section 35 (adit); Red River Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Permanently close two shafts and one adit to eliminate public safety risks. Shafts would be closed via expandable foam plug and/or use of fill material from existing sources. One shaft may be closed via a bat gate. Adit may be closed via a bat gate.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
08/2017 (Estimated)
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/25/2017
T29N R5E, SW1/4 of NE  Section 19 and T25N, R4E, SW  Section 7; Salmon River Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Permanently close two hazardous mine adits to eliminate public safety risks. The adits will be closed by constructing bat friendly gates across the portals. The gates will be constructed so as to allow access by mining claimants if needed.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/2017 (Estimated)
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/21/2017
Township 28 North, Range 7 East, Section 36; County 233 road (milepost 10.5); Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace existing timber bridge with steel stringer bridge. Reconstruct 100 ft. of NF Trail 821 surrounding site to align bridge approaches. Rehab and close unauthorized ford using local native vegetation. To be started in 2017 or 2018.

Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/21/2017
Township 29 North, Range 4 East, Section 27; Rd. 309 (milepost 0.90); Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace existing timber bridge crossing Mill Creek (milepost 0.90) with concrete bridge. Reconstruct 310 ft. of Rd. 309 surrounding site to align bridge approaches. Rd. 309 closed during bridge removal/replacement. Start in summer/fall 2017 or 18.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 9/21/2017
Lochsa-Powell Ranger District; Clearwater and Idaho Counties, Idaho · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

Thin approximately 2381 acres (128 stands). Work done by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvesting equipment. Trees felled/left in place. Retained species favor western white pine, larch and ponderosa pine. No burning. Access on existing rds.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/27/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Pre-commercial Thinning - ForestwideDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 9/18/2017
Township 37 North, Range 15 East, Section 8; in the checkerboard part of the Forest; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Reclaim approx. 10 miles of legacy roads. Work includes clearing rds. of veg., decompacting & recontouring roads; plant native veg. on slopes; remove culverts, reestablish stream grade, construct grade control structures, where nec. Summer 2017.

Watershed managementRoad managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
Brushy Fork Face (Section 8) Road DecommissioningDecision Signed Date: 07/07/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Lowell WUI Completed
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 9/14/2017
Lowell WUI is located on forest road 317 (the Coolwater Rd) that leads to Coolwater Lookout and is boarded by private lands on the west and National Forest on the north east and south. · Idaho, Idaho

Regeneration Harvest on about 330 acres of WUI around the town of Lowell Idaho, to reduce risk or extent of insect and disease infestation and reduce hazardous fuels adjacent to private land, allowing firefighters to better engage wildfire.

Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
10/01/2014
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tam White · twhite@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District; Lochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT23N R7E S 3, 4, 9, 10 BM
Bentz Ridge Access Completed
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/1/2017
T28N, R2E, Sect. 2, 3, 10; Salmon River Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Bennett Industries requesting Special Use Permit for use of FS Trail #340 (3.4 miles; closed to motorized use; open to snowmobiles) to access Bentz Ridge inholding. BI would conduct 0.5 miles of trail reconstruction and annual maintenance of trail.

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/03/2017
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/2/2017
T31N, R7E, Sections 3, 4; T32N, R7E, Sections 17, 32, 33, 35, 36; Moose Creek Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Thin approximately 175 acres (9 stands). Work done by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvesting equipment. Trees felled/left in place. Retained species favor western white pine, larch and ponderosa pine. No burning. Access on existing rds.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/27/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Pre-commercial Thinning - ForestwideDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/2/2017
North Fork Ranger District, Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Thin approx. 397 ac. (24 stands). Work by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvesting equipment. Trees felled/left in place. Retained sp. favor w. white pine, larch & ponderosa pine. Pile/burn slash 3 stands; no other burning. Access existing rds.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/27/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Pre-commercial Thinning - ForestwideDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/2/2017
Palouse Ranger District, Latah County, Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Thin approximately 881 acres (34 stands). Work done by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvesting equipment. Trees felled/left in place. Retained species favor western white pine, larch and ponderosa pine. No burning. Access on existing rds.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/27/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Pre-commercial Thinning - ForestwideDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/2/2017
Red River Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Thin approximately 364 acres (24 stands). Work done by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvesting equipment. Trees felled/left in place. Retained species favor western white pine, larch and ponderosa pine. No burning. Access on existing rds.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/27/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Pre-commercial Thinning - ForestwideDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/2/2017
Salmon River Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Thin approximately 351 acres (16 stands). Work done by hand using chainsaws; no mechanical harvesting equipment. Trees felled/left in place. Retained species favor western white pine, larch and ponderosa pine. No burning. Access on existing rds.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/27/2017
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Pre-commercial Thinning - ForestwideDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2017
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/24/2017
The lands to acquire are in the upper Lochsa River drainage on the border of ID and MT. The federal lands to exchange out of are scattered on the Idaho Panhandle, Clearwater, and Nez Perce NF's. · Benewah; Bonner; Clearwater; Idaho; Kootenai; Latah, Idaho

The Forest Service (FS) is considering a land exchange with Western Pacific Timber. The FS would receive approx. 40,000 acres of WPT land in the upper Lochsa River drainage and WPT would recieve an equal value of Forest Service land in north Idaho.

Land ownership management
NOI in Federal Register
09/12/2011
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
11/18/2011
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
05/2014 (Estimated)
Decision
05/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lois Hill · lrhill@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityLand Exchanges
ForestsIdaho Panhandle National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSandpoint Ranger District; Palouse Ranger District; North Fork Ranger District; Powell Ranger District; Clearwater Ranger District; Red River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Palouse Ranger District · updated 7/20/2017
Three miles east of Helmer, Idaho. · Latah, Idaho

45 acres of meadow and wetlands restoration. Installation of instream habitat structures along 2 miles of stream.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/07/2012
Comment Period
12/16/2016
Objection Period Start
04/20/2017
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Crook · ecrook@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40N R1W Sections 13, 23, 24, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
Township 37 North, Range 15 East, Section 10; in the checkerboard part of the Forest; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Reclaim approx. 10 miles of legacy roads. Work includes clearing rds. of veg., decompacting & recontouring roads; plant native veg. on slopes; remove culverts, reestablish stream grade, construct grade control structures, where nec. Summer 2017.

Road managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/19/2017
South Fork Clearwater River, Fall Creek drainage on the Red River District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District proposes to approve a small lode exploration project to determine if gold and other valuable metals exist in sufficient quantities to justify further development of a mining operation.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/11/2012
Decision
04/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R6E, Section 25
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 7/19/2017
Lower and East Sand Creek, Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to approve Kent Powell’s proposal to excavate up to 18 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values in the Sand Creek drainage area.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R4E Sections 18 and 19
Nat Brown Fencing Completed
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 7/19/2017
Nat Brown Meadow in section 7, T41N, R1W, Latah Co., Idaho · Latah, Idaho

The FS is proposing to extend the existing Nat Brown exclosure fence by approx. 1600' to include most of the meadow, adding an add. 3.7 acres, and constructing a new 1.1-acre exclosure in the riparian meadow opposite NFS Road 3327.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katlyn Howisey · katlynmhowisey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Pass WUI Cancelled
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 7/19/2017
Around or adjacent to Lolo Pass Visitor's Center. · Idaho, Idaho

A fuels reduction treatment around Lolo Pass Visitor's Center (approx. 200 acres).

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
04/2015 (Estimated)
Comment Period
09/2015 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
10/2015 (Estimated)
Decision
12/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionPortions of T38N R15E Sections 15 and 16, BM.
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
Township 33 North, Range 6 East, Sections 23, 25, 26, and 36, Township 33 North, Range 7 East, Section 9; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Pocket gopher control on 109 acres (4 stands). Suppression of population is needed due to seedling mortality caused by predation; loss of reforestation investment; and to meet NFMA requirement to adequately reforest w/in five years post final harvest

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
Township 39 North, Range 9 East, Section 3; Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Pocket gopher control on 78 acres (1 stand). Suppression of population is needed due to seedling mortality caused by predation; loss of reforestation investment; and to meet NFMA requirement to adequately reforest w/in five years post final harvest.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
Township 40 North, Range 1 West, Sections 2, 3; Township 41 North, Range 1 West, Sections 15, 16; Township 40 North, Range 2 East, Sections 27, 34; Clearwater and Latah Counties, Idaho · Clearwater; Latah, Idaho

Pocket gopher control on 518 acres (9 stands). Suppression of population is needed due to seedling mortality caused by predation; loss of reforestation investment; and to meet NFMA requirement to adequately reforest w/in five years post final harvest

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Schiweck Access Completed
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
SW1/4 sec 34, T.26N. R.8E; Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Issue a Special Use Permit to allow Mr. Schiweck to construct and maintain an access road (driveway) to his private property across NFS lands. The driveway would be approx. 500 ft. long by 20 ft. wide, and connect to Forest Service Road 222D.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/15/2017
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 7/19/2017
Shearer Guard Station is located on the Selway River approximately 16 miles upstream from Moose Creek Ranger Station, 35 miles west of Hamilton, Montana, and 75 miles east of Grangeville, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The purpose of the project is to reduce fuel loadings in the stands surrounding Shearer Guard Station. Treating the area surrounding the guard station would reduce the costs and resource needs to protect the historic structures from wildfires.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
06/2011 (Estimated)
Comment Period
09/2011 (Estimated)
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N, R13E, Section PB38
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 7/19/2017
Please see Map in Scoping Letter · Idaho, Idaho

Waw'aalamnima Creek has about half of the total wood compared to the reference conditions within the analysis area. In the creek, 64% of the log weirs were noted to provide a full or partial passage barrier to resident species.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
07/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Lloyd · rebeccalloyd@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36N, R13E, S05; T37N, R13E, S17, 19, 30, 31 and 32; T37N, R12E, S23, 25, 26 & 36
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
T33N, R6E, Section 12, Lochsa-Powell Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Plant trees on approx. 20 acres (1 stand) in the Higgins Hump Fire area. Planting will be done by hand by a contract crew. Access to the planting site will be on existing roads.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
04/14/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
Moose Creek Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Plant trees on approx. 1480 acres (167 stands) in the Johnson Bar Fire area (565 acres, 58 stands) and Wash Fire area (915 acres, 109 stands). Planting will be done by hand by a contract crew. Access to the sites will only be by existing roads.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management
Scoping Start
04/06/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
T36N, R7E, S6 (Snowy Summit Fire area) and T41N, R9E, S30 (Snow Creek Fire area), North Fork Ranger District, Clearwater County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Plant trees on approx. 58 acres (2 stands) in the Snowy Summit Fire area (36 acres, 1 stand) and Snow Creek Fire area (22 acres, 1 stand). Planting will be done by hand by a contract crew. Access to the sites will only be by existing roads.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
04/06/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/19/2017
T26N, R2E, Sections 1, 15, 22, 23, and 27; Salmon River Ranger District, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Plant trees on approx. 255 acres (5 stands) in the 2012 Sheep Fire area. Planting will be done by hand by a contract crew. Access to the sites will only be by existing roads.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
04/07/2017
Decision
04/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/18/2017
Upper Mill Creek (27N, 3E, S12, 13,14 / 4E, S6,7), Merton Creek (28N, 4E, S32, 33), American Creek (28N, 4E, S15, 21, 22, 27,28, 33); Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

USFS & Nez Perce Tribe to construct beaver dam analogs in Merton, Mill, and American Creeks. Stream reaches over-steepened or have head-cuts selected. BDAs constructed using hand tools. Access on existing FS Roads & Trails. Conducted over 3-10 yrs.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/28/2017
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 3/17/2017
The site is located in the French Mountain area and is accessed by taking the Forest Road 250 to Forest Road 535 from Pierce, ID. · Clearwater, Idaho

The purpose of the proposed action is to test for gold values on unpatented mining claims. The need is to determine if sufficient quantities of valuable minerals exist to warrant further exploration or development.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
02/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N R6E, Sec. 34
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 1/26/2017
Project locale is from unnamed spring on National Forest Lands immediately northwest of the old Adams Ranger Station to three private property cabin sites approximately 380 yards away. · Idaho, Idaho

The AWA would like to install a 1" - 2" buried waterline from an unnamed spring to transport water approximately 380 yards to private property, whose residents currently have to transport water by hand.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/09/2013
Decision
01/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joseph Holzinger · jholzinger@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R3E, NE1/4, SE1/4, Section 23 (Boise Meridian)
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 12/20/2016
Road 111 intersects Highway 12 approximately 2 miles east of Powell, Idaho. This gravel surfaced road is 11.6 miles long. · Idaho, Idaho

This project proposes to decommission the last 5.45 miles of Road 111 to reduce watershed and aquatic impacts. This section of road bisects the North Fork of Spruce/White Sands Roadless Area.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
05/09/2014
Comment Period
06/2015 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
09/2015 (Estimated)
Decision
12/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPowell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36N, R15E, Sections 6, 8, 9, 15, 16 and 22
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/14/2016
Deadwood Creek, immediately south of the Elk City Township, Red River Ranger District. · Idaho, Idaho

Goldski, LLC, proposes exploratory drilling in the Deadwood Creek area of the Red River Ranger District.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
09/30/2013
Decision
11/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N, R8E, Sec. 13, 24; T27N, R8E, Sec. 17.
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 12/14/2016
NFS Road 4716-A is located in section 18, T43N, R4W, Latah Co., Idaho · Latah, Idaho

Idaho Dept. of Lands is requesting a road easement, under the State of Idaho / Forest Service Cost Share Agreement, to gain permanent access to their lands across NFS lands on an existing road for the protection and management of their lands.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
11/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Ratliff · dratliff@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 12/14/2016
Township 33 North, Range 7 East, Sections 30 and 31, Idaho Co., Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Lochsa RD is proposing to plant approx. 320 acres of western white pine, western larch and ponderosa pine seedlings in 7 stands without timber salvage operations in the Woodrat Wildfire area. Planting would be done using hand tools.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
09/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 12/14/2016
Township 36 North, Range 7 East, Sections 6 and 7, Clearwater Co., Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The North Fork RD is proposing to plant approx. 18 acres of western white pine and western larch seedlings in 2 stands without timber salvage operations in the Snowy Summit Wildfire area. Planting would be done using hand tools.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
09/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 11/16/2016
T 36N, R 6E, SEC. 1, 12, 14, & 15; T 36N, R 7E, SEC. 5, 6, & 17; T 37N, R 7E, SEC. 32 · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

164 acres of salvage harvest within the Snowy Summit and Lost Hat fire areas on the North Fork Ranger District.

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
07/30/2016
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sara Daugherty · sddaugherty@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/31/2016
Elk Creek Falls Trailhead on the Palouse Ranger District · Clearwater, Idaho

This project proposes to address dead and dying hazard trees surrounding the Elk Creek Falls trailhead.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
10/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSections 2 and 11, T39N, R2E
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 10/31/2016
NFSR 5326 and 5326-A are located in section 19, T40N, R7E, Clearwater Co., Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Id. Dept. of Lands is requesting use of NFS Roads 5326 and 5326-A to access State land for a timber harvest scheduled for 2016 with tree planting to be completed by 2021.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
10/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Travis Mechling · tmechling@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 10/24/2016
Township 37 North, Range 6 East, Section 25, Clearwater Co., Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

Id. Dept. of Lands is requesting use of NFS Roads 5216-E and 5216-E1 to access State land for a timber harvest scheduled for 2016 with tree planting to be completed by 2021.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
10/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Travis Mechling · tmechling@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/22/2016
T25N, R8E, Sections 3, 10, 11, Idaho County, ID · Idaho, Idaho

Avista proposes to install 5000' of buried electrical line and mount three junction enclosures at ground level along Road 222D. Work would be done in summer/fall 2016, and is projected to take one week to complete.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
09/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 9/22/2016
NFSR 3933 and 3933-A are found in section 29, T42N, R1E · Latah, Idaho

Potlatch Corp. is requesting the use of approx. 0.6 miles of NFS Roads 3933 (0.3 mi) and 3933-A (0.3 mi) to access their land for a timber harvest scheduled to start in summer of 2016 with tree planting to be completed by 2021.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/27/2016
Decision
09/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Ratliff · dratliff@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 9/22/2016
Along the Lochsa and Selway Rivers · Idaho, Idaho

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) and the Nez Perce Tribe propose to install four instream Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tag detection sites within the lower Lochsa and Selway Rivers.

Special use managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/31/2015
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Species Population Enhancements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSite 1: T32N, R7E, S4 SWNW; Site 2: T33N, R7E, S33 NENW; Site 3: T32N, R7E, S15 NENW; and, Site 4: T32N, R7E, S25 SENE
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 9/8/2016
See attached map · Clearwater, Idaho

Approximately 12 miles of non-system roads and trails have been surveyed and identified as having a high risk of failure, erosion, poor stream crossings, and impaired soil productivity in the Upper Elk Creek sub-watershed.

Road management
Scoping Start
07/31/2015
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Crook · ecrook@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40 N; R2 E; S3, 4, 5, 9, 10
Upper Lolo Salvage Cancelled
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/11/2016
The Upper Lolo Salvage units are located approximately 5 to 15 miles north and northeast of Syringa, Idaho in T35N R6E S26,27,33,34,35; T36N R7E S5,32; T34N R7E S7,8,17,18,19; and T34N R7E S29,30,32. · Idaho, Idaho

The Upper Lolo project proposes to harvest approximately 1,600 acres of dead and dying trees within the 2015 Musselshell, Yoosa, Four Bit, Lost Hat, Snowy Summit and Mystery fire perimeters. An ESD request was submitted but has been withdrawn.

Fuels managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
01/29/2016
Comment Period
08/2016 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
10/2016 (Estimated)
Decision
02/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lois Hill · lrhill@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 8/3/2016
Access to the claims will be the paved French Mountain Road #250 and unpaved NFS Roads #542, #5120 and #5173, as well as a number of logging roads and trails. · Clearwater, Idaho

The purpose of the proposed action is to test for gold values on unpatented mining claims. The need is to determine if sufficient quantities of valuable minerals exist to warrant further exploration or development.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
07/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36N R6E, Sec. 3, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/8/2016
Along reaches of the South Fork Clearwater River and the French and Orogrande creeks · Clearwater; Idaho, Idaho

Develop standard procedures for small scale placer mining in South Fork Clearwater River and French and Orogrande creeks to effectively protect surface resources including special status fish, prevent undue degradation, and improve approval process

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/22/2015
Comment Period
12/18/2015
Objection Period Start
02/29/2016
Decision
07/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Small-scale Suction Dredging ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/06/2016
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District; North Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 6/22/2016
The Selway Road (NFS Road 223) from MP 6.7 to MP 19.5. · Idaho, Idaho

Heavy maintenance activities are to be performed on the Selway Road.

Road management
Scoping Start
08/25/2014
Decision
03/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
Selway Road (NFS Road 223) RepairsDecision Signed Date: 03/25/2016
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N, R8E, Sections 25-31; T32 N, R9E, Sections 31-33; and, T31N, R9E, Sections 2-4, 11-12 (Boise Meridian).
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/21/2016
Areas affected by the Woodrat, Four Bit, and Walde wildfires on the Lochsa Ranger District. · Idaho, Idaho

The project would plant trees on approximately 320 acres affected by wildfire.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/16/2016
Please see map · Idaho, Idaho

Gene M., Brad M., and Roger T. (ELM) propose to explore possible gold values on unpatented minerals claims, and the need of the project is to determine if sufficient quantities of valuable minerals exist to warrant further exploration.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/31/2015
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R8E, S13, 14, 23, 24
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 6/16/2016
Please see maps · Latah, Idaho

The project would be a cooperative effort between the Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests to rehabilitate in-stream habitat in the East Fork Potlatch River.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/31/2015
Decision
06/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Dan Kenney · dkenney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12); 32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40N, R1W, S23 and 24
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/8/2016
T33N, R6E, Sections 19, 29, 30 and 31 and T34N, 7E, Sections 7, 17 and 18, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

This is a duplicate entry of the Wildfire Tree Planting project. The correct/official Wildfire Tree Planting project is project #49608.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 6/7/2016
Access to the claims will be the paved French Mountain Road #250 and unpaved NFS Road #542, as well as a private road on the Lawson Patented Placer ground. · Clearwater, Idaho

The purpose of the proposed action is to test for gold values on unpatented mining claims. The need is to determine if sufficient quantities of valuable minerals exist to warrant further exploration or development.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
06/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rebecca Anderson · rebeccaanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36N R6E, Sec. 17, 18, 19
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 5/26/2016
Please see map · Idaho, Idaho

The current culverts at the Leggett and Moose Creek crossings with Highway 14 are undersized and constitute aquatic organism barriers.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/31/2015
Decision
01/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionLeggett Creek: T 29N, R7E, S29; Moose Creek: T29N, R7E, S22
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/9/2016
West Fork Deadman Creek, Powell Creek, and Pete King Creek. · Idaho, Idaho

The Nez Perce Tribe, in partnership with the Nez Perce/Clearwater National Forests propose to replace 3 undersized culverts to remove barriers to fish passage.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
05/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Taylor Greenup · tgreenup@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 4/19/2016
Selway River Road, milepost 8.5 · Idaho, Idaho

Nineteen Mile Creek is currently spanned by a short timber bridge. The bridge pilings are beginning to rot and will need to be replaced soon. The bridge span was initially designed shorter than required to allow for a natural stream flow.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
04/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zoltan Kiss · zoltanskiss@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N, R8E, S29 NE1/4
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/19/2016
SW Sec 16, T9N, R24W, access via Forest Road 5669 · Idaho, Idaho

The Nez Perce tribe, in partnership with the Nez Perce/Clearwater national Forests propose to decommission and recontour up to 8 miles of non-system roads.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/17/2015
Decision
04/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Taylor Greenup · tgreenup@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 4/5/2016
The entrance of the Saddle Camp Road, 107, at its junction with Highway 12 approximately 28 miles southeast of Powell, ID. · Idaho, Idaho

Project involves rerouting the entrance of the Saddle Camp Road, 107, at its junction with Highway 12 approximately 28 miles southeast of Powell, ID.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management
Scoping Start
03/31/2015
Comment Period
12/21/2015
Objection Period Start
02/05/2016
Decision
04/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Taylor Greenup · tgreenup@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Saddle Camp Road Reroute Project DN/FONSIDecision Signed Date: 04/05/2016
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36N, R11E, Sections 21 and 22
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/1/2016
The Orogrande Community Protection Project is located in the Crooked River Watershed on National Forest System lands. · Idaho, Idaho

Create fuel breaks on National Forest System lands adjacent to private property and emergency evacuation routes using a combination of prescribed burning and mechanical treatments.

Forest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/07/2011
Comment Period
04/29/2015
Objection Period Start
10/09/2015
Decision
01/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Norma Staaf · nstaaf@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Roadless Area Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R07E; T28N, R07E; T29N, R07E; T27N, R08E; T28N, R08E; and T29N, R08E (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 12/22/2015
Fish Lake Airstrip · Idaho, Idaho

Project involves repairs and maintenance to the Fish Lake Airstrip.

Facility management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
03/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike VanderPas · mvanderpas@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35N, R11E, Section 34 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 10/23/2015
Please see map in Scoping letter · Idaho, Idaho

Mackay Bar outfitters wish to graze their horses on federal land to facilitate their existing outfitter and guide permit (managed by the Payette NF).

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
10/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeffrey Shinn · jshinn@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT24N, R7E, parts of Sec. 19, 20, 21, 28, 29, 30
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 10/2/2015
Please see Map in Scoping Letter. · Clearwater, Idaho

Comet Creek OHV Trail #812 consists of a steep and challenging section needing re-routed. As currently constructed, this trail segment not only provides overly challenging conditions for users but has the potential to contribute to soil erosion.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
08/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Deception OHV Trail Relocation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/07/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40N, R10E, S14
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 10/2/2015
Lemhi Creek, a tributary of the Salmon River · Idaho, Idaho

A private landowner has requested renewal of a special use permit for continued operation and maintenance of facilities that convey water from Lemhi Creek, a tributary of the Salmon River, to private property on Lemhi Bar.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
09/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R9E, Sec 32 NWNW
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 10/2/2015
Please see Maps and Tables in Scoping letter · Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

These previously harvested stands are overstocked with seedling and sapling conifer species. Stocking levels range from approximately 800 to over 4000 stems per acre. High tree densities increase competition for available resources. See Scoping Ltr.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
05/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 05/06/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionPlease see Maps and Tables in Scoping letter
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 9/17/2015
Orogrande Creek Watershed, Lower Orogrande Creek Subwatershed · Clearwater, Idaho

Two areas need to be relocated and two sections of trail that need to be armored: Relocation 1 connects trail #607 with trail #602 and is proposed to be approximately 1300'; relocation 2 on trail #602 is proposed to be approximately 800'.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
09/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Adam McClory · amcclory@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38, R7E, Sect. 22
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 8/3/2015
Dixie, ID · Idaho, Idaho

The project area is adjacent to earlier phases of the 4th of July Park renovations, and completing this phase would promote public utilization of this area.

Facility management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
08/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Brooks Beegle · bbeegle@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
4th of July Park Renovations - Final Phase ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/01/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R8E, Sec 27 SWSW
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 7/21/2015
NFS Road 100 · Idaho, Idaho

Repair of NFS Road 100 due to road slides.

Road management
Scoping Start
08/25/2014
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Letter to FileDecision Signed Date: 07/21/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSite 1: T34N, R6E, SE Section 7; Site 2: T34N, R6E, Section 7.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/7/2015
Please see Maps in Scoping Letter · Idaho, Idaho

In September 2013, a large rainstorm caused flooding in a side-drainage of the East Fork Sheep Creek, coming off the south side of Shining Butte. This flooding washed out 25-35 feet of the trail down to a depth of about 20 feet.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeremy Watkins · jwatkins02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 07/02/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 26N, R 6E, Sec. 32
Orogrande 2013 Completed
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/2/2015
Access to the project area is made by taking Forest Road 233 from State Highway 14 to a point just south of Orogrande, then via Forest Road 311 to the project area. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District Ranger proposes to allow the claim operator to perform exploratory drilling of six drill sites in the Badger Summit area of the Red River Ranger District, approximately three airline miles south of Orogrande.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/01/2013
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 07/02/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R7E, Sections 13, 24; T27N, R8E, Section 19 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 6/26/2015
Please see Table and Maps in Scoping Letter. · Clearwater; Latah, Idaho

Suppression of pocket gopher populations is necessary due to: seedling mortality caused by predation; loss of reforestation investments; and, potential failure to meet the NFMA requirement to adequately reforest within five years after harvest.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
06/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clare Brick · cbrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 06/26/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionPlease see Table and Maps in Scoping Letter.
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 6/15/2015
Near Milepost 162 on Hwy 12 · Idaho, Idaho

Because there are currently no adequately heated enclosures, the ITD proposes to construct two additional structures to house road maintenance equipment on their permitted site; proposed work is less than five acres.

Facility management
Scoping Start
04/01/2015
Decision
06/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 06/12/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N, R14E, Sec 28
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 5/22/2015
The proposed project is located within the boundaries of the North Lochsa Slope Roadless Area in an area managed with a primitive theme under the Idaho Roadless Rule. · Latah, Idaho

The IDF&G's special use renewal request is to continue maintenance and operation of the Fish Creek Weir. IDF&G has held this permit since 1995.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/08/2014
Decision
05/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 05/21/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35N, R9E, SE 1/4, Section 29 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 4/26/2015
Please see Map in Scoping Letter · Idaho, Idaho

The current 24" CMP culvert at the Road 309H/Adams Creek crossing is undersized and is an aquatic organism barrier that has caused some minor erosion downstream.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
12/30/2014
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 04/23/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 27N, R3E, Section 24
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 4/26/2015
MP 1.71 Road 359 · Idaho, Idaho

Replacement of 48" CMP at MP 1.71 on NFS Road 359 with 103" span, 71" rise x 52" Corrugated Steel Pipe Arch to allow for 100 year flows and debris caused by 33% of watershed being burned in a 2012 wildfire.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
08/25/2014
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Susan Graves · sgraves@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 04/23/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36N, R14E, NE Section 28 (MP 1.71 Road 359)
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 4/22/2015
Site 1: MP 19.5 Selway Road; Site 2: Approximately 100 feet upstream from that location in an exisitng campsite. · Idaho, Idaho

Removal of two undersized culverts and replacement as follows: Site 1: 103" span x 71" rise corrugated steel pipe-arch with a 46' length; and, Site 2: a concrete box culvert, currently being designed.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
08/25/2014
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 04/21/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNE 1/4 T31N, R9E, Section 12 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Palouse Ranger District · updated 4/16/2015
West Fork Corral Creek · Latah, Idaho

The District Ranger will re-establish a floodplain wet meadow system in two areas in the headwaters of Corral Creek.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/25/2013
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 04/01/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPalouse Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41N R2W Sec. 25, 36; T40N R2W Sec. 1 Boise Meridian
Environmental Assessment · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 4/15/2015
The project lies 11 miles southeast of Weippe, Idaho along the mainstem of Lolo Creek near Utah Creek at the old Colette Mine site. · Idaho, Idaho

Rehabilitate 0.6 miles of stream and 15 acres of riparian/floodplain habitat resulting from past mining activities.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
04/18/2012
Comment Period
12/12/2014
Objection Period Start
02/11/2015
Decision
04/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityAbandoned Mine Land Clean-Up; Noxious Weed Treatments; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
Collette Mine Stream Restoration Project Decision Notice/FONSIDecision Signed Date: 04/14/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35N, R06E, Section 32
Decision Memo · Lochsa/Powell Ranger District · updated 3/30/2015
Project site is located approximately one mile upstream of the confluence of Waw'aalaamnima Creek and the Lochsa River, at the junction of FS Road 108 and US Highway 12. · Idaho, Idaho

Forest Service Road 108 would be re-aligned away form the adjacent stream. In-stream wood placement would encourage active the active channel to migrate away from the road and re-activate an abandoned side channel.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
01/15/2014
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Connor · aconnor@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 02/23/2015
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N, R13E, Section 31 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 3/16/2015
Access to the project area is from Dixie on Forest Road 222 to Forest Road 1190 (Jack Mountain Road) to Road 1190B. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District Ranger proposes to allow the claim operator to excavate approximately 40-45 test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/01/2013
Decision
06/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R9E, Sections 6 and 7 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 3/16/2015
Access to the project is from Grangeville to Forest Development Road 221 to Forest Development Road 394 to Forest Development Road 9922 to 922A. · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River District Ranger proposes to allow the claim operator to excavate 8-10 placer test pits for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/01/2013
Decision
05/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R4E, SE1/4, Section 7 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 3/16/2015
Access to the project site is via Forest Service Road 222 to Dixie, up Road 222C to the project area. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River District Ranger proposes to allow the claim operator to excavate a series of three to four narrow sample channels in each of five individual areas for the purpose of testing placer gravels for mineral values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/01/2013
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT16N, R8E, Sections 21, 26 (Boise Meridian).
Decision Memo · North Fork Ranger District · updated 3/16/2015
French Mountain area · Clearwater, Idaho

The North Fork Ranger District proposes to approve the claimant’s proposal to excavate three test pits to expose vein material to test for mineral values on the North Fork Ranger District, Nez-Perce-Clearwater National Forests.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/15/2012
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Clinton Hughes · cehughes02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNorth Fork Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37N, R6E, Section 33
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/16/2015
Near Golden, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to approve Donald Alm's proposal to open an existing adit for the purpose of exploring for gold values.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R6E Section 27
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 3/2/2015
The project area includes the Upper Little Slate Creek watersheds, tributary to Slate Creek and the Lower Salmon River. Approximately 14 miles northeast of Riggins, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The proposed project has multiple objectives including improve watershed health and restore vegetation conditions.

Watershed managementRoad managementFuels managementForest products
NOI in Federal Register
06/28/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
07/22/2011
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
02/14/2012
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Abandoned Mine Land Clean-Up; Plan Amendment; Trail Management; Roadless Area Management; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R2E, Sec. 25, 35, 36; T26N, R3E, Sec. 21-36; T26N, R4E, Sec. 6-8, 16-22, 27-33; and T25N, R2E, Sec., 1-2, 11-12; T25N. R3E Sec. 1-18, 20-23, 28-32.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/7/2014
Deadwood area of the Red River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to approve Premium Exploration’s proposal to conduct exploratory drilling in the Deadwood area of the Red River Ranger District at a total of fourteen drill sites.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/15/2012
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N R8E Sections 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, and 18
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/7/2014
Gold Lake Creek drainage of the Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to approve Charles Bedrosian’s proposal to conduct a small placer mining operation in the Gold Lake Creek drainage of the Salmon River Ranger District.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
02/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R3E Section 1
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 11/20/2014
The project area is in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness near the confluence of Bear Creek with the Selway River. · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District proposes to install rock and log structures to reduce erosion occurring along about 120 yards of streambank on the Selway River.

Heritage resource managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
09/15/2011
Comment Period
07/28/2014
Decision
11/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steve Lucas · slucas@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityHeritage Resource Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N R13E, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/26/2014
North half of the Clear Creek drainage in Middle Fork and upper Clear Creek as well as in the Pine Knob and Brown Springs Creek areas . · Idaho, Idaho

This is a duplicate project entry. The correct number is 44198.

Road managementGrazing managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/31/2014
Decision
10/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Grazing Allotment Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N/R6E through T32N/R5E, multiple sections
Environmental Assessment · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 9/26/2014
Activities would occur in the Upper Clear Creek and Middle Fork Clear Creek drainages on the Moose Creek Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

This is a duplicate project. The project name is Clear Ridge Non-system Road Decommissioning CE. The correct project number is 44198

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
09/2013 (Estimated)
Comment Period
11/2013 (Estimated)
Decision
03/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N, R06E, Sections 21, 22, 25-36 ; T31N, R06E, Sections 1-4, 6, 8-12, 14-16, 20-22, Idaho County, Idaho
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/18/2014
County road right-of-way to the ordinary high water mark of the main Salmon River. · Idaho, Idaho

Request is for a Special Use Permit for a 50' wide x 200' long road for ingress, egress, and utilities over an existing roadway and bridge abutment.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Riggins Hot Springs Access Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT24N, R2E, Section 14 (Boise Meridian)
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 9/9/2014
Project area is on the south side of the Middle Fork Clearwater River and extends from the Forest boundary (approximately 2.5 miles southwest of the community of Syringa) upstream to Lowell. · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek District is considering activities within the Middle Fork Clearwater drainage to increase early successional habitats; increase resilient tree speces; and protect aquatic species.

Forest productsFuels managementWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
NOI in Federal Register
01/03/2014
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
10/2014 (Estimated)
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
09/2015 (Estimated)
Decision
10/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 32 North, Range 6 East Sections 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 25, 26 and Township 32 North, Ranger 7 East, Sections 7, 8, 17, 18 Boise Meridian
Lamb Ranch Access Completed
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/23/2014
NFS Road 279L off of NFS Road 279 in Dry Gulch. · Idaho, Idaho

Propertyowners request special use authorization for access to their lands.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
08/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Lamb Ranch Access Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 08/21/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R4E, Section 33 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/23/2014
Adjacent to NFS Road 9822 (French Gulch). · Idaho, Idaho

Idaho Forest Group requests long term special use authorization to contruct from 25 feet to 100 feet of new road across NFS lands to access the Laurel Inholding.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
08/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Laurel Inholding Access Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 08/21/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N, R9E, PB40 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 8/23/2014
Forrest Wilson/Joseph Wilson property, located at legal coordinates listed above. · Idaho, Idaho

The Wilsons' waterline renewal request is to continue use of their existing waterline for stock and domestic water supply.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
08/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Wilson Waterline Permit Renewal Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 08/21/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R3E, Section 23 SE 1/4 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/17/2014
Salmon River Seed Orchard property. · Idaho, Idaho

The Cereghino's renewal request is to continue farming of the Salmon River Seed Orchard property.

Special area management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Area Management
Cereghino Cultivation Permit Renewal Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 07/14/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N, R1E, Section 23 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/17/2014
Gedney Bridge on the Selway Road, NFS Road 223. · Idaho, Idaho

Repairs will be performed on the Gedney Bridge.

Road management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Gedney Creek Bridge Repairs Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 07/16/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N, R9E, Section 3 NE 1/4 (Boise Meridian).
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/25/2014
Forestwide, including Clearwater National Forest (see separate entry) · Idaho, Idaho

Pre-Commercial thinning for timber stand improvement.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
01/27/2014
Decision
05/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Geoffrey Kaeberle · gkaeberle@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/25/2014
Throughout the Nez Perce - Clearwater National Forests; in particular, the central and northern zones. · Idaho, Idaho

This project will pre-commerically thin up to 2083 acres of overstocked, mixed conifer species stands from 2014 to 2017. These treatments are in young forest stands which have resulted from regeneration harvests in the last 15 to 25 years.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
01/16/2014
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Geoffrey Kaeberle · gkaeberle@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
2014 Pre-Commercial Thinning (Forestwide)Decision Signed Date: 06/02/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/25/2014
Hagen Creek on Trail #384 of the Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to replace a 1200-foot segment of rutted Forest Trail #384 with an approximately 1800 foot reroute at a reduced grade to tie into Forest Trail #313.

Recreation managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management; Watershed Improvements; Wilderness Management
Square Mountain Trail Route 384 RerouteDecision Signed Date: 04/25/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R5E Section 9 SE1/4
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/4/2014
Southern Nez Perce Trail between Granite Springs and Poet Creek Campground along the north side of the Montana Road. · Idaho, Idaho

This project involves brushing out the Southern Nez Perce Trail between Granite Springs and Poet Creek Campground along the north side of the Montana Road.

Road management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
05/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steve Armstrong · sarmstrong@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Southern Nez Perce Trail Brushing Letter to the FileDecision Signed Date: 05/27/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionBoston Mt. Quad: T28N, R11E, Section 32; Spread Point Creek Quad: T28N, R11E, Sections 27-28, 32-36 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/19/2014
Milepost 26 on Idaho County Road 1614 (Salmon River Road). · Idaho, Idaho

Stan Wolosyn is requesting a Special Use Permit for a gasoline storage tank.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/01/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Molly Puchlerz · mpuchlerz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R5E, Section 31, SW 1/4 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/13/2014
Mackay Bar · Idaho, Idaho

The existing permitted patrol cabin facilities at Mackay Bar need expansion to accommodate increased used.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/27/2013
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kearstin Edwards · kkedwards@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Idaho Fish and Game Cabin Improvements at Mackay BarDecision Signed Date: 04/24/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT42N, R8E, Section 32 NWNW (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/13/2014
Salmon River Ranger District - Idaho County - Johns Creek Trail System · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River District Ranger proposes rerouting six sites on the Johns Creek Trail System to reduce grades on several steep, rutted portions of the trails; improve stream crossings; and, rebuild deteriorated sections of the trails.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
02/19/2013
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
John's Creek Trail ReroutesDecision Signed Date: 04/24/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R5E Sec 6; and, T28N R5E Sec 5, 8, 9, 10, 17, 29 Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/26/2014
Road 222 at Mile Post 0.03. · Idaho, Idaho

The existing culverts on Road 222 at Mile Post 0.03 are aquatic organism barriers and ahve caused some minor erosion downstream. This project involves the replacement of these culverts.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/27/2013
Decision
03/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
American River Culvert Replacement Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 03/13/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N- R8E, Section 33 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 3/26/2014
Trail 301, Salmon Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River District Ranger proposes improving Deadhorse Ridge Trail 301, which is open to motorized use, by rerouting approximately 2,000 feet of the trail onto adjacent side slopes and rehabilitating two existing ford crossings.

Road management
Scoping Start
11/06/2013
Decision
03/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
Deadhorse Ridge Reroute Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 03/11/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R3E Section 3, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 3/7/2014
Salmon River Ranger District - Idaho County - North Trail 134 · Idaho, Idaho

The North Trail 134 has a lower terminus at Silver's Station on Shingle Creek Road. There is inadequate space for public parking in this area and an issue with the right-of-way of Shingle Creek Road where it passes through private property.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
02/19/2013
Comment Period
02/19/2013
Decision
02/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTrail Management
North Trail RerouteDecision Signed Date: 02/07/2014 Legal Notice Date: 02/14/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT23N R1W Sec 1 & 2 Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 3/6/2014
Basin Creek where it crosses Road 354. · Idaho, Idaho

The existing Basin Creek culvert is a fish barrier and needs replacement. This project involves the replacement of this culvert.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
09/26/2013
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeffrey Shinn · jshinn@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R3E, Section 35 NE 1/4 SW 1/4 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/5/2014
County Road 233 at MP 10.5, · Idaho, Idaho

This project is for the removal of a corrugated steel culvert on Five Mile Creek and replacing it with a 12 foot span structural-plate open bottom arch culvert on a concrete footing.

Road management
Scoping Start
09/24/2013
Comment Period
10/28/2013
Decision
01/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N, R7E, Sec. 36 SW 1/4, Boise Meridian.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/5/2014
Lightning Fork Little Elk Creek · Idaho, Idaho

This project is for the removal of a 3' x 2' x 38' corrugated steel culvert on Lightning Fork Little Elk Creek and replacing it with a 10' span structural-plate open bottom arch culvert on a concrete footing.

Road management
Scoping Start
09/24/2013
Comment Period
10/28/2013
Decision
01/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
Lightning Fork Little Elk Creek DMDecision Signed Date: 01/15/2014 Legal Notice Date: 01/15/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N, R8E, Sec. 32 SE 1/4, Boise Meridian.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 2/5/2014
Road 646 at MP 2.5, in the Red River Ranger District. · Idaho, Idaho

This project is for the removal of an existing 12' x 9' x 60' corrugated steel culvert on Little Elk Creek and replacing it with a 14' span structural-plate open bottom arch culvert on a concrete footing.

Road management
Scoping Start
09/24/2013
Comment Period
10/28/2013
Decision
01/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
Little Elk Creek Decision MemorandumDecision Signed Date: 01/15/2014 Legal Notice Date: 01/15/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N, R8E, Sec. 32 NW 1/4, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 1/21/2014
Deadhorse Creek, Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes improving the Deadhorse Ridge Trail #301 stream crossings of Deadhorse Creek by installing two trail bridges.

Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
02/06/2012
Decision
01/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Trail Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R3E Section 3
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 1/21/2014
Mill Creek, South Fork Clearwater of the Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to replace Forest Trail #313’s ford at Mill Creek with a bridge and hardened approaches to improve habitat for the fish populations and provide a safer and more enjoyable recreational experience.

Recreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Comment Period
06/15/2012
Decision
12/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTrail Management
Mill Creek Bridge ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 12/03/2013 Legal Notice Date: 01/10/2014
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R3E Section 25 NE1/4
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 1/13/2014
Moose Creek Ranger District - Idaho County - Road 650 · Idaho, Idaho

Road 650 is a main system road that is open seasonally. There are multiple live stram culverts and cross-drain culverts that are at an end of their lifespans; either too small or starting to rust out and fail. The road also has slide issues.

Road management
Scoping Start
12/17/2012
Decision
08/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Road 650 Reconstruction Letter to the FileDecision Signed Date: 08/20/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N R5E Secs 15, 22, 23, 24, 25, 35, 36 Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/30/2013
North Fork Slate Creek area to test for mineral values on the Salmon River Ranger District, Nez-Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to approve the claimant’s proposal for exploratory drilling in the North Fork Slate Creek area to test for mineral values on the Salmon River Ranger District, Nez-Perce-Clearwater National Forests.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/15/2012
Comment Period
06/15/2012
Decision
11/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R3E, Section 21
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/17/2013
American River Trail, Red River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to relocate at least one mile and improve approximately seven miles of Trail #836.

Watershed managementRecreation managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Erin Grinde · egrinde@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Trail Management; Roadless Area Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N R8E Sections 3, 10, 15, 16, 21, 28, 33, 34; and T31N R8E Sections 33 and 34
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 9/12/2013
Moose Creek Ranger District - Idaho County - Fenn Pond (Located Across from the Fenn Ranger Station) · Idaho, Idaho

Restoration of Fenn Pond and surrounding boardwalk to provide quality fish habitat and structurally sound access to the pond.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRecreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
01/16/2013
Comment Period
01/16/2013
Decision
09/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Ward · mikeward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Species Habitat Improvements
Fenn Pond Restoration Decision MemorandumDecision Signed Date: 09/06/2013 Legal Notice Date: 09/10/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N R07E NWSE Sec 23 Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 8/23/2013
Moose Creek Ranger District - Idaho County - Road 286N · Idaho, Idaho

Road 286N is a system road that is closed year round. There are at least two live stream crossings; one is not functioning and is ponding, creating a high potential for road failure.

Road management
Scoping Start
12/17/2012
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lynelle Knehans · lmknehans@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Road 286N Reconstruction - LTFDecision Signed Date: 07/10/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N R6E Sec 27 Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 8/23/2013
Red River Ranger District - Idaho County - Road 283 at Mile Marker 6.1 (approximate) · Idaho, Idaho

The project would replace an existing 24" Corrugated Metal Pipe (CMP) with a 60" CMP, with a channel cross-section inside, designed to meet current Forest Plan standards for passage of 100-year flow events, and allow for aquatic organism passage.

Road management
Scoping Start
02/28/2013
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Wolffing · cwolffing@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Tributary to West Fork of the American River AOP - LTFDecision Signed Date: 07/09/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N R8E SW1/4 Sec 18 Boise Meridian
Environmental Assessment · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 7/2/2013
The project is in Idaho County, Idaho (approximately 18 air miles northwest of Elk City, Idaho). · Idaho, Idaho

The District proposes to harvest Engelmann spruce, subalpine fir, dead and dying lodgepole pine, and establish small patches of whitebark pine by regeneration harvesting 600-800 acres of mature forest.

Forest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/01/2011
Comment Period
07/24/2012
Decision
06/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Iron Mountain Vegetation Restoration Project DN/FONSIDecision Signed Date: 06/13/2013 Legal Notice Date: 06/20/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 30 North, Range 7 East, in Sections 2-4, 10, 11, 14, and 15 and Township 31 North, Range 7 East, in Sections 25-28 and 33-35, BM
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/28/2013
Forest Road 309 at Milepost 18.2 in the Mill Creek drainage of the South Fork Clearwater River watershed · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District and the Nez Perce Tribe Department of Fisheries Resource Management Watershed Division propose to replace one culvert located on Forest Road 309 at Milepost 18.2 in the Mill Creek drainage of the South Fork Clearwater

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Comment Period
10/25/2011
Decision
09/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Garry Seloske · gseloske@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityHarzardous Waste Compliance Actions; Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements
Hunt Creek Culvert Replacement Letter to the FileDecision Signed Date: 09/28/2012 Legal Notice Date: 09/28/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N R3E Section 7
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/21/2013
Dixie Idaho, Crooked Creek Subwatershed · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to Sibyl Ward is requesting the reissuance of a special use permit for an existing 4 foot by 4 foot spring box and a one inch diameter 415 foot water transmission line which crosses National Forest system lands.

Special use management
Decision
10/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Section 27
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/21/2013
The entire Nez Perce National Forest · Idaho, Idaho

This proposed amendment to the 1987 Nez Perce National Forest Plan would remove the current soil quality standard, page II-22, soils #2 and in its place adopt the Forest Service Northern Regional soils quality policy as the new standard.

Land management planning
Scoping Start
06/06/2012
Comment Period
06/2013 (Estimated)
Decision
06/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Norma Staaf · nstaaf@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation219 (2012)
Project ActivityPlan Amendment
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/21/2013
Sheep Fire (Salmon River Ranger District), McGuire Complex (Red River Ranger District), and Fern Fire (Powell Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

Removal of hazard trees for public and employee safety on 1,700 acres 200 feet on up to either side of approximately 43 miles of roads resulting from the Sheep, McGuire, and Fern wildfires of 2012.

Road managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/13/2013
Comment Period
05/03/2013
Decision
06/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mark Craig · mdcraig@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoadless Area Management; Road Maintenance
Nez Perce Roadside Hazard Tree ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/18/2013 Legal Notice Date: 06/21/2013
ForestsClearwater National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsPowell Ranger District; Salmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionMcGuire T26 N, R08E, Sections 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11,12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 21; T26N, R09E, Sections: 6, 7, 18, 19, T27 N, R08E, Sections 21,22, 24, 25,26, 27, 35, 36; Sheep: T26N, R02E, Sections 1, 3, 10, 1
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/14/2013
Dixie, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to reissue a special use permit to Ells and Kathy Johnson for an existing spring box and water transmission line which crosses National Forest system lands to their residence on private property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/14/2012
Comment Period
09/14/2012
Decision
11/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Dixie Special Use Permit Reissuance -JohnsonDecision Signed Date: 11/30/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Section 22, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/14/2013
Dixie, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to reissue a special use permit to Cheryl Master for the use of an existing spring box and approximately 175 feet of one inch water transmission line (partially buried) which crosses National Forest system lands

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/14/2012
Comment Period
09/14/2012
Decision
11/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Dixie Special Use Permit Reissuance - MastersDecision Signed Date: 11/30/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Sections 27 and 34, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/14/2013
Dixie, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to reissue a special use permit to Sibyl Ward for an existing 4 foot by 4 foot spring box and a one inch diameter 415 foot water transmission line which crosses NFS lands to her residence.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/15/2012
Comment Period
06/15/2012
Decision
12/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Dixie Special Use Permit Reissuance - WardDecision Signed Date: 12/19/2012 Legal Notice Date: 04/05/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Section 27, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/14/2013
National Forest system lands near the town of Dixie, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to reissue a special use permit to Sibyl Ward for an existing 4 foot by 4 foot spring box and a one inch diameter 415 foot water transmission line which crosses National Forest system lands to her residence.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/15/2012
Decision
07/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (10)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Section 27
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/14/2013
Vicinity of Pig Foot Springs along Forest Road 243 (Free Use Road) on the Salmon River Ranger District, Nez-Perce-Clearwater National Forests, Idaho County, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests proposes to use ground-based mechanical harvesting to treat 165 acres.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Comment Period
06/15/2012
Decision
04/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Edward Koberstein · ekoberstein@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Pig Foot Sanitation Salvage ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/18/2013 Legal Notice Date: 05/03/2013
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N, R3E, Sections 26, 27, 28, 34, and 35
Environmental Assessment · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/17/2013
The project area is located in Idaho County, approximately 15 air miles south of Grangeville, Idaho within the Mill Creek watershed on National Forest System administered lands. · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest proposes to initiate the wildfire protection project on approximately 1492 acres by timber harvest and pre-commercial thinning in the Adams Camp analysis area.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
06/24/2011
Comment Period
11/29/2012
Decision
05/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tammy Harding · tharding@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R03E, Sections 13, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/5/2013
Crooked River, Red River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to approve Premium Exploration’s proposal to conduct exploratory drilling at a total of eighteen drill sites in the Crooked River area of the Red River Ranger District.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/30/2012
Comment Period
06/15/2012
Decision
12/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R7E Sections 12 and 13; and T27N R8E Sections 7 and 18
Environmental Impact Statement · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/5/2012
Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

This EIS will be used to support a determination whether continued grazing by domestic sheep should be allowed or not, and if so, under what conditions.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsGrazing management
NOI in Federal Register
05/01/2009
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/2012 (Estimated)
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
12/2012 (Estimated)
Decision
12/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joanne Bonn · jmbonn@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe Allison-Berg allotment is located approximately 3 miles east of Riggins, Idaho in the Allison, Berg, and Kelly Creek drainages on the north side of the Salmon River. T24N, R2E, R3E
Environmental Assessment · Payette National Forest All Units · updated 9/28/2012
Main Salmon River Corridor, South Fork Salmon River · Idaho; Valley, Idaho

Helicopter capture and collaring of bighorn sheep to facilitate monitoring of sheep movement. Activities would occur in the main Salmon River Corridor, Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, and Gospel Hump Wilderness

ResearchWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
09/14/2011
Comment Period
09/14/2011
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sue Dixon · sdixon@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Population Enhancements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest; Payette National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District; Payette National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionT24N R8E
Environmental Impact Statement · WO - Washington Office - National headquarters · updated 7/10/2012
11 contiguous Western States (Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming) and Alaska. · Bonner; Aleutians East; La Paz; Columbia; Coos; Colusa; Denver; Douglas, Alaska; Arizona; California; Colorado; District of Columbia; Idaho; Kansas; Montana; North Dakota; Nebraska; New Mexico; Nevada; Oklahoma; Oregon; South Dakota; Texas; Utah; Washington; Wyoming

The Forest Service was a cooperating agency, assisting the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in that Agency's geothermal leasing analysis and decision. The BLM issued a record of decision on 12/17/2008.

Regulations, directives, orders
NOI in Federal Register
06/13/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/13/2008
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
10/24/2008
Decision
02/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tracy Parker · tparker03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNepa Document Prepared By Another Federal Agency
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRegulation Creation/Modification
ForestsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest; Bitterroot National Forest; Clearwater National Forest; Custer National Forest; Custer Gallatin National Forest; Helena National Forest; Lewis And Clark National Forest; Lolo National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest; Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests; Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest; Rio Grande National Forest; Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests; Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands; San Juan National Forest; White River National Forest; Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests; Carson National Forest; Cibola National Forest; Coronado National Forest; Gila National Forest; Lincoln National Forest; Santa Fe National Forest; Tonto National Forest; Boise National Forest; Bridger-Teton National Forest; Dixie National Forest; Fishlake National Forest; Manti-Lasal National Forest; Payette National Forest; Salmon-Challis National Forest; Sawtooth National Forest; Caribou-Targhee National Forest; Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest; Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest; Angeles National Forest; Cleveland National Forest; Eldorado National Forest; Inyo National Forest; Klamath National Forest; Lassen National Forest; Los Padres National Forest; Mendocino National Forest; Modoc National Forest; Plumas National Forest; San Bernardino National Forest; Sequoia National Forest; Shasta Trinity National Forest; Sierra National Forest; Tahoe National Forest; Deschutes National Forest; Fremont-Winema National Forest; Gifford Pinchot National Forest; Malheur National Forest; Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest; Mt. Hood National Forest; Ochoco National Forest; Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest; Umatilla National Forest; Umpqua National Forest; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest; Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest; Willamette National Forest; R10 - Alaska Region All Units; WO - Washington Office - National headquarters
DistrictsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest All Units; Bitterroot National Forest All Units; Clearwater National Forest All Units; Custer National Forest All Units; Custer Gallatin National Forest; Custer Gallatin National Forest All Units; Helena National Forest All Units; Lewis And Clark National Forest All Units; Lolo National Forest All Units; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units; Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest All Units; Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest All Units; Rio Grande National Forest All Units; Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests All Units; Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands All Units; San Juan National Forest All Units; White River National Forest All Units; Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests All Units; Carson National Forest All Units; Cibola National Forest All Units; Coronado National Forest All Units; Gila National Forest All Units; Lincoln National Forest All Units; Santa Fe National Forest All Units; Tonto National Forest All Units; Boise National Forest All Units; Bridger-Teton National Forest All Units; Dixie National Forest All Units; Fishlake National Forest All Units; Manti-La Sal National Forest All Units; Payette National Forest All Units; Salmon-Challis National Forest All Units; Sawtooth National Forest All Units; Caribou-Targhee National Forest All Units; Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest All Units; Uinta-Wasatch-Cache All Units; Angeles National Forest All Units; Cleveland National Forest All Units; Eldorado National Forest All Units; Inyo National Forest All Units; Klamath National Forest All Units; Lassen National Forest All Units; Los Padres National Forest All Units; Mendocino National Forest All Units; Modoc National Forest All Units; Plumas National Forest All Units; San Bernardino National Forest All Units; Sequoia National Forest All Units; Shasta Trinity National Forest All Units; Sierra National Forest All Units; Tahoe National Forest All Units; Deschutes National Forest All Units; Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units; Gifford Pinchot National Forest All Units; Malheur National Forest All Units; Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest All Units; Mt. Hood National Forest All Units; Ochoco National Forest All Units; Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest All Units; Umatilla National Forest All Units; Umpqua National Forest All Units; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest All Units; Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest All Units; Willamette National Forest All Units; R10 - Alaska Region All Units; WO - Washington Office - National headquarters
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 6/11/2012
Iron Mountain on the Moose Creek Ranger District of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District proposes to authorize a special use permit to First Step Internet, LLC for a communications site at Iron Mountain.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/13/2012
Comment Period
04/13/2012
Decision
06/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Iron Mountain Special Use Permit Issuance Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 06/04/2012 Legal Notice Date: 06/08/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N R7E Section 2
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/29/2012
Moose Creek, Lochsa, Powell, North Fork0, and Palouse Ranger Districts of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests · Clearwater; Idaho; Latah, Idaho

The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests propose to conduct precommercial thinning on the Moose Creek (1243 acres), Lochsa (139 acres), Powell (8 acres), North Fork (316 acres), and Palouse (189 acres) Ranger Districts.

Watershed managementFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
02/04/2012
Comment Period
02/04/2012
Decision
05/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mark Klinke · mklinke@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Forestwide Precommercial Thinning Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 05/21/2012 Legal Notice Date: 05/25/2012
ForestsClearwater National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater National Forest All Units; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionMultiple; See scoping/comment letter
Environmental Assessment · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/27/2012
Lodge Point and Pine Knob area · Idaho, Idaho

Commercially thin between 1,000-1,500 acres of previously managed plantations dating from the 1950’s through the early 1970’s using ground-based equipment.

Fuels managementForest productsWatershed management
Scoping Start
05/14/2010
Comment Period
06/30/2011
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Doug Graves · dagraves@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Lodge Point ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/30/2011 Legal Notice Date: 10/04/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionT32N R6E Sections 13-17, 20-30
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 4/17/2012
Trapper Creek area, a tributary to Red River on the Red River Ranger District · Clearwater, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to use mixed-severity prescribed fire to treat approximately 3000 acres.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
07/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Justin Pappani · jpappani@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R9E Sections 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, and 17
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 3/30/2012
National Forest system lands on the Red River Ranger District, north of Dixie, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to issue Michael Crane a special use permit for existing improvements on approximately a 15 by 65 foot area located on National Forest system lands on the Red River Ranger District, north of Dixie, Idaho.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N R9E Section 19
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 2/21/2012
In Rackliff Creek and Twentythree Mile Creek areas · Clearwater, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District proposes to cut deciduous shrubs using chainsaws or other hand operated tools on approximately 3000 acres in the project area on the Moose Creek Ranger District.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management
Scoping Start
10/25/2011
Comment Period
11/02/2011
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Roadless Area Management; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Selway Winter Range Improvement Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 02/14/2012 Legal Notice Date: 02/17/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N R8E Sections 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29 and 30; and T32 N R9E Sections 18, 19, and 30
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 2/2/2012
Sand Creek Drainage, Idaho County · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to authorize the mineral exploration Plan of Operation proposed by Mr. Press Thomas located on the Salmon River Ranger District.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Candlearia Mineral Exploration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/02/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R3E Section 25
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 1/10/2012
Imperial Creek on the Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to authorize the mineral exploration Plan of Operation with the following terms and conditions for the Imperial Creek Placer Exploration Project proposed by Mr. Stevan Romano.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/05/2010
Decision
01/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Imperial Creek Placer Exploration Project Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 01/06/2012
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R4E Section 18, Boise Meridian
Jubilee Mining Cancelled
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 10/17/2011
Jubilee Mining · Idaho, Idaho

The Nez Perce National Forest, Red River Ranger District is preparing an environmental assessment for a small placer mining project in the Crooked Creek drainage, a tributary of the Salmon River.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
03/14/2009
Comment Period
04/2009 (Estimated)
Decision
06/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project lies within Section 15 of T26N, R8E, Boise Meridian.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/30/2011
Near Golden, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to issue a special use authorization amendment to AVISTA to bury approximately 2.0 miles of utility line near Golden, Idaho.

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/26/2011
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Avista Special Use Authorization #CLE91Decision Signed Date: 09/30/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R7E Sections 30 and 31, and T29N R6E Section 36
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 9/30/2011
Near the Castle Creek Work Center by the South Fork Clearwater River · Clearwater, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to reroute the lower 0.6 miles of Castle Creek Trail #420.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
03/24/2011
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Josh Lattin · joshlattin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R4E Section 21 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 9/30/2011
National Forest system lands near Dixie, Idaho · Clearwater, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to issue a special use permit to the Dixie Volunteer Park Department for a 100-by-200 foot area near Dixie, Idaho.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/18/2010
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Randy Borniger · rborniger@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Section 27
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 8/23/2011
East Fork Relief Creek of the Crooked River Drainage · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to grant Camp 34 Limited Partnership, as represented by Paul Johnson, temporary and permanent access to their 125-acre private in-holding.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/01/2011
Decision
08/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Zilia Lewis · zlewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N R8E Sections 16, 17, 20, and 21
Environmental Assessment · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 8/8/2011
Headwaters of Clear Creek, tributary to the Middle Fork Clearwater River · Idaho, Idaho

This project involves decommissioning up to 10 miles of Forest system roads in the Clear Creek drainage.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/05/2011
Comment Period
04/05/2011
Decision
08/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning
South Fork/West Fork Clear Creek Road DecommissioningDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2011 Legal Notice Date: 08/08/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownships 30, 31, and 32 N, Ranges 5 and 6 E
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 7/29/2011
Clear Creek Watershed of Moose Creek Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District proposed to replace ten culverts and remove one culvert within the Clear Creek watershed.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
10/05/2010
Decision
07/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionMany-see scoping; approximately T30N R6E Section 5
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 7/29/2011
The project is located approximately 10 miles northeast of Riggins, Idaho. Idaho County. · Idaho, Idaho

This project would restore and improve conditions for whitebark pine by slashing and using prescribed fire to achieve a desired age class and landscape pattern. Release immature whitebark pine and encouraging natural regeneration around mature trees.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
06/18/2007
Decision
07/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 1 North, Range 2 East, Sections 25, 35 and 36
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/25/2011
Red River Ranger Station · Idaho, Idaho

Replace old and deteriorating water lines and wastewater treatment system at the Red River Ranger Station administrative site.

Facility management
Scoping Start
12/10/2010
Comment Period
05/09/2011
Decision
07/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
Red River Ranger Station Potable and Waste Water Replacement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/22/2011 Legal Notice Date: 07/23/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 27 North, Range 9 East, Sections 3 and 4.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 7/23/2011
East of Grangeville, Idaho, and roughly located within the Leggett Creek, Blanco Creek, and Lower Red River areas · Idaho, Idaho

Red River Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest proposes to precommercial thin up to 3,277 acres of over-stocked, mixed conifer species stands.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/30/2011
Comment Period
03/30/2011
Decision
07/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Gene Delimata · gdelimata@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements
Red River Ranger District Precommercial Thinning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/19/2011 Legal Notice Date: 07/22/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R8E Sections 1-2, 12, and 34, T27N R9E Sections 2-6, 8, 10, 13, and 15, T27N R10E Section 18, T28N R6E Sections 7-8, 15-18, and 24-25, T28N R7E Sections 21, 28, and 30, T28N R8E Section 12-13, 2
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/13/2011
Ten Mile, Rainy Day, and Twenty Mile watersheds · Idaho, Idaho

Sourdough access via FS Roads 1875, 9824, 9829, and 492 would be provided. The bridge located at the 10 mile Creek crossing of Forest Service Road 492 would also be removed and the road to the west would be decommissioned for about 1.8 miles.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/01/2010
Comment Period
10/16/2010
Decision
06/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area is located within Township 28 North, Ranges 5 and 6 East.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 6/8/2011
Leggett Creek area · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to authorize the mineral exploration Plan of Operation with the following terms and conditions for the Blue Quartz Placer Exploration Project proposed by Mr. Rick Scott.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
06/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Blue Quartz Placer Exploration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/08/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R6E, Section 24, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/1/2011
Approximately 12 miles southeast of Slate Creek, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District will improve portions of the Centennial Trail #88 and Van Buren Trail #303 to provide safe public access and prevent damage to forest resources.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
06/28/2007
Comment Period
06/28/2007
Decision
05/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeremy Harris · jrharris02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTrail Management; Roadless Area Management
Freedom/Florence Trail Reconstruction and Maintenance Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 05/31/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R3E Sections 20, 24, 25, 26, 29, 33, and 34, and T25N R3E Sections 2, 11, 12, 13, and 14 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/1/2011
Rubie Creek, Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes to authorize Mr. Robert Martin, the operator, to remove a one-yard bulk sample from a caved adit and an existing shallow pit, and to extract a channel sample of material between the adit and pit.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
02/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martin Jones · martinjones@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Max #1 Lode Exploration Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 02/17/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R3E Section 12
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 6/1/2011
O’Hara Creek located on the Moose Creek Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District proposes to restore native tree and shrub species on approximately 55 acres within the riparian areas of the lower three miles of O’Hara Creek.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/05/2010
Decision
01/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
OHara Native Plant Species Restoration Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 01/11/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N R7E, Sections 25 and 36, and T31N R7E, Section 1
Decision Memo · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 6/1/2011
Wall Creek, tributary to the South Fork Clearwater River · Idaho, Idaho

The Clearwater Ranger District proposes to reissue the expired special use permit for five years for the Clearwater Water District’s diversion structure, headgate, reservoir, buried pipeline, and associated structures at Wall Creek.

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/24/2011
Decision
05/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeremy Harris · jrharris02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N R5E Section 31
Decision Memo · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 5/31/2011
Castle Creek Work Center facility located on the Clearwater Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County · Idaho, Idaho

The Clearwater Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest proposes to remove the existing felled material using ground based equipment skidding, decking and processing within the existing road prism accessing the Castle Creek Work Center.

Facility managementForest productsFuels managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/18/2011
Comment Period
01/18/2011
Decision
05/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Edward Koberstein · ekoberstein@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Facility Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage); Watershed Improvements
Castle Creek Work Center Maintenance Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 05/25/2011 Legal Notice Date: 05/31/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R4E Sections 21 and 28 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/17/2011
Approximately 19 air miles south of Grangeville, Idaho on the Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

The North Fork Campground Dead and Dying Tree Removal project consists of activities to remove dead and dying trees within the North Fork Campground administrative site.

Recreation managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
01/15/2010
Comment Period
01/15/2010
Decision
05/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Megan Moynihan · mmoynihan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R3E, Section 32
South Township Completed
Environmental Assessment · Red River Ranger District · updated 5/16/2011
Southern part of Elk City Township · Idaho, Idaho

Mechanical fuels treatment and prescribed burning.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
08/26/2009
Comment Period
08/03/2010
Decision
10/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Justin Pappani · jpappani@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green)
South Township Hazardous Fuels ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/22/2010 Legal Notice Date: 10/29/2010
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N R8E sec 1, 2, 3
Environmental Assessment · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 5/4/2011
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest. 17 miles northwest of Riggins, Idaho. Idaho, County. · Idaho, Idaho

Re-authorized use on grazing allotments and improve forage

Grazing managementFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
08/29/2008
Comment Period
10/07/2010
Decision
04/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
Christie Creek and Sherwin Creek AllotmentsDecision Signed Date: 04/28/2011 Legal Notice Date: 05/02/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R1W, Sections 1,2, 11-13, 18-20, 28-30, 31-33; T 26N, R1E, Sections 4-9, 16-18;
Environmental Assessment · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 4/28/2011
Moose Creek Ranger District - Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness Trail #4 · Idaho, Idaho

Replace the bridge over Three Links Creek,

Recreation management
Scoping Start
02/10/2006
Comment Period
11/10/2010
Decision
01/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Trail Management
Three Links Bridge Replacement Environmental AssessmentDecision Signed Date: 01/13/2011 Legal Notice Date: 01/18/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThree Links Creek Bridge: SE1/4 NW1/4 Sec. 22, T32N, R11E
Environmental Assessment · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 4/25/2011
Clearwater Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

Stabilize fill slope failures along Peasley Creek Road (FS 469), remove the bridge at milepost 0.1, and construct approximately 150 feet of road to reconnect Road 469 to State Highway 14 on the east side of Peasley Creek.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
07/27/2009
Comment Period
07/12/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N, R5E, Sections 11, 14, 23, 26, and 29
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 4/18/2011
The project area is located about 11 air miles southeast of Kooskia, Idaho and 16 miles northeast of Grangeville, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest is proposing to pre-commercial thin up to 1981 acres of over-stocked, mixed conifer species stands located on the Moose Creek Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/09/2010
Comment Period
10/09/2010
Decision
02/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Matthew Bienkowski · mbienkowski@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Clear Creek Precommercial Thinning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/14/2011 Legal Notice Date: 02/18/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N, R5E, Sections 1-3, and 10-12; T30N, R6E, Sections 5-7; T31N R5E, Sections 21-24, 26, 28, 33-35; T31N, R6E, Sections 3-6, 9-12, 15-16, 21-22, 27-28, and 32-34; and T32N R6E, Sections 20-23, 25-32
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 4/18/2011
Salmon River and Clearwater Ranger Districts, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River and Clearwater Ranger Districts of the Nez Perce National Forest propose to precommercial thin up to 4,135 acres of over-stocked, mixed conifer species stands.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/18/2011
Comment Period
01/18/2011
Decision
03/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements
Salmon and Clearwater Ranger DistrictsDecision Signed Date: 03/17/2011 Legal Notice Date: 03/19/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R3E, T29N R5E, T29N R6E, T30N R4E, T30N R5E, T31N R4E, T31N R5E
Environmental Assessment · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 4/15/2011
Mill Creek Bridge #3 is located on Forest Service Road 309 at mile post 1.9 in the lower Mill Creek watershed. · Idaho, Idaho

The Clearwater Ranger District and the Nez Perce Tribe, in partnership with Bonneville Power Administration, propose to remove the existing bridge and replace it with a new 70-foot long by 16-foot wide concrete bridge.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/29/2010
Comment Period
06/08/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R4E Section 34, Boise Meridian, Idaho County, Idaho
Environmental Assessment · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 4/15/2011
The project area is approximately 3 acres, and is located within the Mill Creek watershed, a tributary of the South Fork Clearwater River, between Grangeville and Elk City, ID. · Idaho, Idaho

The project will relocate a diverted section of Mill Creek to a better hydrologic configuration, remove some of the slide material to restore floodplain capacity to prevent further erosion. In addition, repair the damaged sections of road 309.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/11/2010
Comment Period
07/12/2010
Decision
12/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Marty Gardner · mgardner@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Lower Mill Creek Stream Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/10/2010 Legal Notice Date: 12/20/2010
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area is located in section 34 within Townships 29 North, Range 4 East.
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 4/15/2011
Whitewater Campground and adjacent to the Whitewater Ranch located on the Red River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Red River Ranger District proposes to cut and pile trees and brush less than eight inches in diameter by hand, and conduct a prescribed burn to reduce ladder fuels and fuel loadings on approximately 6.5 acres.

Fuels managementRecreation managementFacility managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Comment Period
01/15/2010
Decision
01/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Facility Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
Whitewater Thinning and Prescribed Burning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/25/2011 Legal Notice Date: 01/31/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R09E Sections 1 and 12 (Boise Meridian)
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 2/25/2011
Forest Wide · Idaho, Idaho

Precommercial Thinning across the forest for vegetation improvement. Two decisions will be made. The hand felled units decision was completed on 01/19/2010. The plantation burning units decision is planned for 09/2010.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/23/2009
Comment Period
01/23/2009
Decision
02/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Harper · dharper@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Forestwide Plantation Prescribed BurningDecision Signed Date: 02/22/2011 Legal Notice Date: 02/25/2011
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Environmental Assessment · Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 1/27/2011
Clear Creek drainage- roads not yet identified · Idaho, Idaho

Decommission roads in the Clear Creek drainage to decrease road density and improve watershed condition.

Road managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/2011 (Estimated)
Comment Period
02/2011 (Estimated)
Decision
04/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karen Smith · kasmith03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Watershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land Description30N, 31N, 32N, Ranges 5E and 6E
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Relocate approximately 0.5 miles of the steepest and most heavily eroded sections of the Florence-Moore’s Trail (Trail #332) onto the side hill slope to allow for proper drainage and a more reasonable climbing grade.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R4E, Sections 4, 5, 8, and 9
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
National Forest system lands near Dixie, Idaho on the Red River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Issue a special use permit to the Dixie Volunteer Park Department for a 100-by-185 foot area on National Forest system lands near Dixie, Idaho.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/18/2010
Decision
07/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26N R8E Section 27 SWSW
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Improve three stream crossings on Moore’s Creek Trail (Trail #312), Gospel Creek Trail (Trail #305), and Kentucky Creek Trail (Trail #315) by rearranging the boulders in the streams to provide safe passage for pack stock.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
06/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R5E, Sections 16, 21, and 22
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Grant the current landowners, Mr. and Mrs. Rauch, a special use permit for the power line corridor

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/16/2010
Decision
05/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Area Management
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N R2E, Section 34
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Relocate 300 feet of the John’s-Taylor Trail (Trail #351) onto the adjacent side hill slope to move the trail away from a rapidly eroding stream bank.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R5E, Section 23
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Relocate approximately one mile of the Kentucky Creek Trail (Trail #315) onto adjacent side hill slopes to allow for proper drainage and reduce dangerously steep trail grades.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27N, R5E, Sections 22, 23, and 26
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct a twelve foot long nail laminated structure with abutments over Little Van Buren Creek to eliminate the hazardous stream ford currently in use located along Trail #330.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 27N, R2E, Section 34
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct an engineering designed bridge with abutments across McCrea Creek on the West Fork of Rapid River Trail.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT23N, R1W, Section 29
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Construct nail laminated structures with abutments across three muddy fords on Trail #163.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
09/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R4E, Sections 19 and 30
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 12/8/2010
Salmon River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Replace the Rhett Creek Bridge with an engineering designed bridge with abutments to accommodate pack and saddle stock along Forest Trail #96.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
06/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N R9E Section 30 within the Salmon River Wild and Scenic River Corridor
Decision Memo · Red River Ranger District · updated 12/7/2010
Red River Ranger District, Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho County, Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Restore a total of approximately 15 acres of landings at eight different sites that were used during past timber harvest and riparian habitat conservation areas (RHCA) improvement activities.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
01/29/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsRed River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30N, T29N, T28N, T27N, T26N
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/7/2010
The project area is located about 51 air miles southt of Grangeville, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

Replace two puncheon bridges, one 64 feet long and the other 104 feet long, on the Fish Creek Loop Trail #480 with nail laminated structures properly designed to accommodate the weight of trail machines.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
01/12/2010
Decision
03/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29N R3E, Section 16
Decision Memo · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 12/7/2010
Forest Road 1106B located at T31N R5E Section 31 on the Clearwater Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

Grant the Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) a road use permit for haul of commercial timber on Forest Road 1106B to expire on December 31, 2014

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/15/2010
Decision
04/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31N R5E Section 3
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 8/9/2010
The Florence Cemetery Dead and Dying Tree Removal project is located in Idaho County, approximately 29 air miles south of Grangeville, Idaho. · Idaho, Idaho

The Salmon River Ranger District proposes falling dead and dying lodgepole pine on approximately four acres within the Florence Cemetery developed recreation site.

Heritage resource management
Scoping Start
01/15/2010
Comment Period
01/15/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityHeritage Resource Management; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project is located on the Salmon River Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest at T25N R3E, Section 13, Boise Meridian
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 8/9/2010
The project location is in the nortern most portion of the O'Hara Forest Health Project · Idaho, Idaho

The Moose Creek Ranger District of the Nez Perce National Forest is proposing to add 1400 acres as a secondary containment area for Units 2 and 4 of the O’Hara Forest Health Project located on the Moose Creek Ranger District.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
06/25/2010
Comment Period
06/25/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Suzanne Acton · sacton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N R7E Section 25, and T32N R8E Sections 29, 30, 31, 32, Boise Meridian, Idaho County, Idaho
Fenn Face Completed
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 1/8/2010
Moose Creek Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

Management ignited prescribed fire on approximately 3200 acres in the Johnson Cr., Rock Creek and Rackliff Creek Drainages. Ignitions will be conducted aerially and be carried out over the course of several years.

Fuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/21/2008
Comment Period
11/21/2008
Decision
12/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Ward · michaelward@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Fenn Face Prescribed Fire ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/08/2009 Legal Notice Date: 12/17/2009
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32N R7E, Sections 13, 14, 23, 24 and 25 and T32N R 8E sections 19, 20, 29 and 30.
Environmental Impact Statement · Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 12/19/2009
Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness, administering Forests in Idaho and Montana; Clearwater, Nez Perce, Lolo and Bitterroot National Forests · Idaho; Ravalli, Idaho; Montana

Proposal is to treat invasive plants and noxious weeds with herbicides and biocontrols within the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
NOI in Federal Register
11/02/2006
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
04/01/2008
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
12/18/2009
Decision
11/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chad Benson · cwbenson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityNoxious Weed Treatments
Selway/Bitterroot Wilderness Invasive Plants Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 11/02/2009 Legal Notice Date: 12/18/2009
ForestsBitterroot National Forest; Clearwater National Forest; Lolo National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsStevensville Ranger District; Sula Ranger District; West Fork Ranger District; Lochsa Ranger District; Powell Ranger District; Missoula Ranger District; Moose Creek Ranger District
Environmental Assessment · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/29/2009
Salmon River Ranger District Salmon River Road · Idaho, Idaho

Rehabiliation of seven developed and dispersed camp sites along the Salmon River Road, from Spring Bar to Vinegar Creek. May include boat ramps, picnic area, trail head, dispersed camp sites and developed campgrounds.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
08/15/2006
Comment Period
12/16/2008
Decision
04/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anthony Botello · abbotello@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Red Pines Project Completed
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 7/24/2008
North Central Idaho · Idaho, Idaho

Fuels reduction

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
NOI in Federal Register
06/03/2003
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
08/28/2004
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
07/29/2005
Decision
11/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Red Pines Record of DecisionDecision Signed Date: 11/02/2006 Legal Notice Date: 11/15/2006
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Decision Memo · Moose Creek Ranger District · updated 6/27/2008
Selway River, Forest Service Road # 223. · Idaho, Idaho

We propose to replace four culverts along Forest Service Road #244 in the Selway River drainage. The proposed sites are located at Boyd Creek, Twentythree Mile Creek, Cache Creek, and Glover Creek.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/21/2008
Comment Period
01/21/2008
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katherine Thompson · kthompson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsMoose Creek Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionBoyd Creek (M.P. 10.66) T.32N., R.8E., Sec.27, Twentythreemile Creek (M.P. 12.42) T.32N., R.8E., Sec. 25, Cache Creek (M.P. 12.96) T.32N., R.9E., Sec. 30, Glover Creek (M.P. 15.06) T.32N., R.9E.
Antler Salvage Completed
Environmental Assessment · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/23/2008
Salmon River Ranger Dist- on the Breaks of the Salmon River · Idaho, Idaho

Salvage dead and dying material resulting from Black Butte Fire of 2006

Forest products
Scoping Start
02/03/2007
Comment Period
02/03/2007
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Megan Moynihan · mmoynihan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Buckhorn Salvage Completed
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 6/16/2008
Salmon River Ranger District, seven miles northwest of Riggins, Idaho. Idaho, County. · Idaho, Idaho

Recover the economic value of trees killed or dying as a result of the 2007 Poe-Cabin wildfire. Harvest approximately 200 acres of trees accessed by 0.5 miles of temporary road construction. Road reconditioning 2.2 miles of #1819 road for access.

Forest products
Scoping Start
02/29/2008
Comment Period
02/29/2008
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
Buckhorn Salvage ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/16/2008 Legal Notice Date: 06/16/2008
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25N, R1W, Sections 14, 15 and 22.
Decision Memo · Clearwater Ranger District · updated 12/6/2007
Salmon River Watershed - Cold Springs Creek · Idaho, Idaho

Timber sanitation project to remove mistletoe infected lodgepole pine and other species to reduce the potential for mistletoe spread.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/13/2007
Comment Period
07/13/2007
Decision
10/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Alexandra Botello · abotello@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Cold Toes Timber SaleDecision Signed Date: 10/24/2007 Legal Notice Date: 10/30/2007
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsClearwater Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28N R 3E & R4E Sections to be determined.
Decision Memo · Salmon River Ranger District · updated 7/27/2007
Nez Perce NF, Salmon River Ranger District. West of Riggins, Idaho from Deer Creek to Rapid River in the Lower Salmon and Little Salmon River watersheds. · Idaho, Idaho

Proposed reauthorization of grazing on 7 allotments located on the Salmon River District. These allotments range in size from 700 to 8,200 acres. Only one allotment has resulted in a decision, Riverview. Decisions on others may be made in the future

Grazing management
Scoping Start
07/07/2006
Decision
07/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionSec 339
Special AuthorityGrazing, Sec 339, 2005 Consolidated Appropriations Bill (Grazing Authorizations On An Allotment)
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Authorizations
Riverview AllotmentDecision Signed Date: 07/27/2007
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionWest half of: T27N, R1E; T26N, R1E; T25N, R1E; and the east half of: T27N, R1W; T26N, R1W; T23N, R2W; and most of T23N, R1W; T22N, R1W Sec. 2-6, 8-11 and T22N, R2W Sections 1-3.
Environmental Impact Statement · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 3/21/2007
American and Crooked River Drainages · Idaho, Idaho

Harvest of treat dead, dying or downed trees & at risk of maountain pine beetle. Other harvest of incidental trees from insect and disease on approximately 3000 acres.

Watershed managementForest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
NOI in Federal Register
09/15/2003
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/08/2004
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
04/2005 (Estimated)
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
04/2005 (Estimated)
Decision
04/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Scott Russell · sarussell@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
American and Crooked River Project Record of DecisionDecision Signed Date: 04/05/2005 Legal Notice Date: 04/09/2005
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units
Decision Memo · Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units · updated 5/31/2006
Kessler Creek area of the Salmon River Ranger District · Idaho, Idaho

This project proposes to use management ignited prescribed fire to reduce hazardous fuel levels.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/18/2005
Decision
05/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennie Fischer · jfischer02@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Kessler Fuels Project Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 05/03/2006
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsSalmon River Ranger District