Decision Memo Completed

Murphy Creek

Lolo National Forest Mineral, Montana Superior Ranger District

Vegetation and recreation management activities on 120 acres to reduce bark beetle susceptibility and respond to public desires for a gentle, non-motorized trail near communities.

Location

The project is located along the paved Southside Road #69 between Dry and Thompson Creeks, approximtely 4 miles northwest of Superior and 11 miles southeast of St. Regis.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/04/2016
2
Decision
07/2016 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Trail Management; Timber Sales (Green)
Murphy CreekDecision Signed Date: 07/05/2016
ForestsLolo National Forest
DistrictsSuperior Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSection 25, T17N, R27W, P.M.M.
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Recreation managementForest products