The USFS and CPW are proposing a cutthroat restoration project on Crooked and Little Lime Creeks. Actions include construction of fish barrier(s), removing whirling disease infected trout, and reintroducing native trout.
Location
Approx. 6.5 NNE of Thomasville. From the headwaters of Little Lime and Crooked Creeks to Crooked Creek Reservoir & downstream on Little Lime Creek to within 1/4 mile of its confluence with Lime Creek.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
07/22/2016
2
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Species Population Enhancements |
| Crooked Creek Barrier Modification and Cutthroat Restoration | Decision Signed Date: 08/21/2017 |
| Forests | White River National Forest |
| Districts | West Zone/Sopris Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T7S R83W S10,11,14-17,19-22,28 |