The goal of this proposal is to improve Gunnison Sage-grouse habitat on Forest Service lands that are designated as unoccupied critical habitat on the North Uncompahgre plateau over the next 10 years by proactive habitat improvements.
Location
The project area is the northeastern area of the Uncompahgre Plateau that contains continuous sage parks and grouse habitat. This is part of the Grand Valley Ranger District.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
12/19/2016
2
Decision
03/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
03/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements |
| Grand Valley Ranger District Gunnison Sage-grouse Habitat Enhancement Project | Decision Signed Date: 03/28/2017 |
| Forests | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests |
| Districts | Grand Valley Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |