Decision Memo Completed

Houselog Creek Low Tech Process Based Restoration

Rio Grande National Forest Saguache, Colorado Saguache Ranger District

The Forest proposes to install Low Tech Process Based Restoration structures in Houselog Ck. to stabilize/improve stream banks/erosion and sediment flow, riparian/floodplain condition, and benefitting Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout habitat.

Location

Houselog Creek is Southwest of the town of Saguache. It is a tributary to Hodding creek which flows into Saguache Creek.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
04/22/2024
2
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Houselog Creek Low Tech Process Based RestorationDecision Signed Date: 08/09/2024
ForestsRio Grande National Forest
DistrictsSaguache Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSection- S23, Township-T44N R5E
Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants