Decision Memo Completed

Carson Lake Dam Project

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests Mesa, Colorado Grand Valley Ranger District

Propose issuance of construction permit to the City of Grand Junction to conduct necessary reconstruction work on the Carson Lake (aka Hogchute Res) Dam and spillway. Engineering drawings and specs are being prepared to meet State requirements.

Location

Project is located in the Kannah Creek Watershed. The project is off of NFSR #108, 1.5 miles south of intersection with the Lands End Road, NFSR #100.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/15/2021
2
Decision
05/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Facility Maintenance
Carson Lake (Hogchute) Dam RehabilitationDecision Signed Date: 05/03/2021
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsGrand Valley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSection 22, T12S., R96W., 6th Principle Meridian
Facility managementSpecial use management