Decision Memo Completed

Ouray Silver Mines, Inc. Hayden Weather Station Proposal

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

The proposed weather station would be installed on a ridge of Hayden Mountain directly above the Waterhole slide path to enhance avalanche forecasting and mitigation in the Canyon Creek watershed while improving safety for travelers on Campbird Rd.

Location

T. 43 N., R8W, S. 23, N.M.P.M., Lat: 107.70679 Long: 37.96688

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
11/03/2020
2
Scoping Start
11/03/2020
3
Decision
12/2020 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
12/2020 (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
Ouray Silver Mines, Inc. Hayden Weather Station ProposalDecision Signed Date: 12/04/2020
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsOuray Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management