Decision Memo Completed

Musselshell Creek Restoration: Beaver Dam Analogs Phase 3

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

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.

Location

T 35 N R6E Sections 19, 20, 29, 30

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/07/2021
2
Decision
11/2023 (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 ActivityWatershed Improvements
Musselshell Creek Restoration: Beaver Dam Analogs Phase 3Decision Signed Date: 11/17/2023
ForestsNez Perce-Clearwater National Forest
DistrictsLochsa/Powell Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Watershed management