Decision Memo Completed

Hidden Mile Fence Construction/Reconstruction

Rio Grande National Forest Conejos, Colorado Conejos Peak Ranger District

Fence reconstruction and new fence construction including floating fence. Fence will be built to wildlife specifications. Permitted cattle will be fenced out of the area to allow for riparian vegetation restoration, habitat enhancement/protection.

Location

Located approximately 3 miles NW of Horca, along FSR 250.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
02/13/2014
2
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Hidden Mile InstreamDecision Signed Date: 07/24/2014
ForestsRio Grande National Forest
DistrictsConejos Peak Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 32N, Range 5E, section 34.
Grazing managementWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants