Decision Memo Completed

Musselshell Meadow Diversion Ditch and Headgate Removal

Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests Clearwater, Idaho Lochsa/Powell Ranger District

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.

Location

Township 35 North, Range 6 East, Sections 19, 20, and 30; Clearwater County, Idaho

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/21/2019
2
Decision
11/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)

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
Musselshell Meadow Diversion Ditch and Headgate RemovalDecision Signed Date: 11/17/2023
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants