The proposed project is to either decommission (remove) the dam or repair the dam and remove the built-up silt.
Location
Just off of Highway 16, East of Hill City SD 3 miles.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
02/28/2024
2
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2024 (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; Watershed Improvements |
| Great American Outdoors Act Mitchell Dam Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/28/2024 |
| Forests | Black Hills National Forest |
| Districts | Mystic Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Township 1 South, Range 5 East, Section 28 (43.94054217, -103.5365191) on Spring Creek. |