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 Exclusion | 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| Ouray Silver Mines, Inc. Hayden Weather Station Proposal | Decision Signed Date: 12/04/2020 |
| Forests | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests |
| Districts | Ouray Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |