Decision Memo Completed

Agricultural Irrigation and Livestock Watering System (aka Ditch Bill) Easements

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Delta; Mesa, Colorado Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest All Units

The GVRD received 170 applications for easements on existing water facilities. Qualifying facilities receive an easement but additional terms can be added to OM Plan to protect resources. Decision/implementation to occur next several months.

Location

Various locations on the Grnd Mesa and northern portion of the Uncompahgre Plateau

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/06/2005
2
Scoping Start
04/06/2005
3
Decision
03/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
03/2012 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Agricultural Irrigation & Livestock Watering SystemDecision Signed Date: 03/09/2012
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsGrand Valley Ranger District
Special use management