Decision Memo Completed

Crystal Lake Dam Repairs

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

Rebuild embankments that exhibit significant leakage. Repair or replace non-functioning outlet works and spillway. Install toe drains. Install riprap on the dam. Clear woody vegetation growing on the dam.

Location

Crystal Lake, approximately 4 miles south of Ouray, CO along HWY 550

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/20/2011
2
Comment Period
04/20/2012
3
Decision
06/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
Crystal Lake Dam RepairsDecision Signed Date: 06/01/2012
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsOuray Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Land management planning