Beaver dam analogs would be installed along Silver Creek and its tributary Green's Gulch to mimic historic beaver dams. The long-term goal is to restore riparian area habitat for native plants and animals.
Location
Along Silver Creek and Green's Gulch, approximately 13 miles south of Lead, SD.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
05/11/2023
2
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2023 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements |
| Silver Creek Riparian Restoration | Decision Signed Date: 06/16/2023 |
| Forests | Black Hills National Forest |
| Districts | Northern Hills Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |