Decision Memo Completed

Crooked Creek Barrier Modification and Cutthroat Restoration

White River National Forest Eagle, Colorado White River National Forest All Units

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 Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Species Population Enhancements
Crooked Creek Barrier Modification and Cutthroat RestorationDecision Signed Date: 08/21/2017
ForestsWhite River National Forest
DistrictsWest Zone/Sopris Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT7S R83W S10,11,14-17,19-22,28
Wildlife, fish, rare plants