Decision Memo Completed

Pole Creek Hardened Crossing

Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest Beaverhead, Montana Madison Ranger District

This project proposes to improve a hardened crossing in an allotment on Pole Creek to alleviate excess sedimentation and provide a preferred crossing for cattle.

Location

The project is located 40.5 miles South from Alder. Approximately 300 feet West of Centennial-Divide Road at FS/BLM Boundary.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/15/2023
2
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)

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 ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Grazing Allotment Management; Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements
Pole Creek Hardened CrossingDecision Signed Date: 02/13/2024
ForestsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
DistrictsMadison Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 12 south, Range 4 west, Section 36 of the Montana Principal Meridian.
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Grazing managementWildlife, fish, rare plants