Decision Memo Completed

Center for Snow and Avalanche Studies, Amendment #9 (OUR476)

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

CSAS conducts field monitoring and observations of climatic and physical factors effecting snowpack and snowmelt in the Senator Beck Study Basin in the San Juan Mountains through a User Agreement with the GMUG. Amendment adds facilities.

Location

Senator Beck Study Basin in the San Juan Mountains

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/12/2023
2
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2024 (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
Center for Snow and Avalanche Studies, Amendment #9 (OUR476)Decision Signed Date: 02/02/2024
ForestsGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
DistrictsOuray Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSection 10 and 11, T. 42 N., R. 8 W
Special use management