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.
Location
Helicopter use is proposed in the Salmon River Corridor, including portions of the designated Wild and Scenic corridor, Gospel Hump, and Frank Church Wildernesses.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/31/2022
2
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Forests | Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest |
| Districts | Salmon River Ranger District; Red River Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Portions of (Boise Meridian): Various Townships, Ranges, and Sections in the Salmon River Corridor |